Since 2011, “The Horse Shelter” in Córdoba has been welcoming abandoned and abused animals. In Córdoba, it is very common for horses to be used to collect recyclable waste in the streets, such as cardboard and plastic, in order to sell them to recycling companies. This work is usually done by people who do not have enough money and/or education to feed and care for the horses. Most of them are malnourished and very sick. In this shelter, rescued horses are cared for and placed in environments that provide long-term welfare and care.
The project strives to provide a healthy diet and veterinary care when necessary. Horses are exercised as needed and caretakers are trained to prepare them for adoption by carefully selected new owners.
The interns work with the staff to form a team to care for the horses on a daily basis. The work for the humanitarian veterinary internship begins with the examination of all horses, care, administration of medication if necessary, helping the veterinarian during treatments, grooming, maintenance of the grounds, etc.
As with all of our animal internship programs abroad, this project allows you to gain university credits while making a real impact.. We maintain a healthy diet, veterinary care and farrier care. We seek to provide these horses with a dignified life. We use our training program to prepare them for the adoption of carefully selected new owners. The interns work with the staff to build a team to help care for our horses.
The work begins with checking the health of all the horses, feeding them, giving them medication if necessary, assisting the veterinarian during treatments, grooming, maintaining the ranch, etc.
Interns should be 18 years of age or older, they should be able tohelp for at least 1 week. We expect them to have the skills necessary for a successful international volunteering experience: Ability to adapt to a new environment/culture and genuine engagement with the host organisation.
Whether you are an enthusiast with many years of experience or you come with no experience and want to learn more, we will be happy to welcome you.
As with all of our animal internship programs abroad, this project allows you to gain university credits while making a real impact.. We maintain a healthy diet, veterinary care and farrier care. We seek to provide these horses with a dignified life. We use our training program to prepare them for the adoption of carefully selected new owners. The interns work with the staff to build a team to help care for our horses.
The work begins with checking the health of all the horses, feeding them, giving them medication if necessary, assisting the veterinarian during treatments, grooming, maintaining the ranch, etc.
Interns should be 18 years of age or older, they should be able tohelp for at least 1 week. We expect them to have the skills necessary for a successful international volunteering experience: Ability to adapt to a new environment/culture and genuine engagement with the host organisation.
Whether you are an enthusiast with many years of experience or you come with no experience and want to learn more, we will be happy to welcome you.
Those who wish to do so can choose to take a one-week Spanish course in Cordoba before the start of the project.
The aim of this week is to enable volunteers to improve their language skills and discover the culture of the country.
Prices :
The local NGO in Cordoba has strong values: positive and sustainable social impact that defies boundaries and unleashes the potential of cultural diversity through volunteer programs.
The intercultural experiences within this equine internships abroad encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and into a learning zone, expand your world view, learn a new language, experience new emotions, enrich your perspective, change your habits, get to know other cultures, and go beyond your own limits.
The intercultural experiences within this equine internships abroad encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and into a learning zone, expand your world view, learn a new language, experience new emotions, enrich your perspective, change your habits, get to know other cultures, and go beyond your own limits.
This program is available for up to 24 weeks, Please contact us for rates and availability.
Duration in weeks | Registration fees |
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4 weeks | 2100 € |
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5 weeks | 2400 € |
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6 weeks | 2750 € |
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7 weeks | 3100 € |
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8 weeks | 3450 € |
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9 weeks | 3750 € |
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10 weeks | 4100 € |
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11 weeks | 4450 € |
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12 weeks | 4800 € |
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Duration | Fees to be paid upon registration |
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4 Weeks | 2100€ |
6 Weeks | 2750€ |
8 Weeks | 3450€ |
10 Weeks | 4100€ |
12 Weeks | 4800€ |
Housing is allocated by local NGOs, not by Freepackers - the descriptions are there to give you an idea of the type of accommodation, as it is very likely that conditions will vary on site depending on the number of volunteers, weather conditions, availability, etc. Each volunteer will be accommodated according to the stated conditions, but it is possible that the accommodation may not match the description or images shown on this site word for word, for example, in the case of annexed housing, renovations, relocations, etc.
You will stay in a student residence or with a host family within 10km of the project.
Vegetarian meals are included in the project, and volunteers and staff dine together in the main house.
Volunteers also contribute to meal preparation and help with cleaning tasks in the houses.
By encouraging a sense of shared responsibility, volunteers become actively involved in maintaining a clean and organized environment, while fostering a sense of community through the sharing of meals and tasks.
The project is available all year round.
We are looking for a veterinary intern 5 days/week.
There will be the opportunity to discover Cordoba and its surroundings at weekends. You will have access to all the advice of our team regarding transportation, places not to be missed...
For any stay of less than 3 months, a visa is not necessary for UK nationals.
For any international project, Real-step requires the subscription of a travel insurance including the coverage of accidents, diseases, repatriation and includes civil liability in case of damage to third parties.
Please note that third-party liability insurance is included in our partner's insurance policies. Chapka Cap Student, and Cap Working Holiday as it is compulsory for internships and studies abroad. If you take out your Cap Student or Cap Working Holiday insurance online with our partner Chapka, you will receive an immediate 5% discount by clicking on one of the 2 links above!
If you subscribe to another insurance, we will ask you to send us a copy of your certificate in English.
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