Boonmee - A New Life

Boonmee - A New Life

Boonmee was my favourite Elephant at the Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand Sanctuary in Petchaburri. Her story is an all to familiar reminder of the suffering of elephants in the tourist trade. But lucky for Boon Mee her story has a happy ending!

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Being a wildlife vet

Being a wildlife vet

I always wanted to be a wildlife vet, and like many vets resigned myself to the fact it's a hard field to get into and I would probably never be one. But lucky for me I fell into a position that allowed me to persue my dreams. In this post I'll talk about what it's REALLY like being a wildlife vet and tips on how to get into the field.

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Honey Esther Foundation - Part 3 - Island Life

Honey Esther Foundation - Part 3 - Island Life

In early 2010, just before beginning my fourth year of Veterinary Science, I spent four weeks on the beautiful island of Rarotonga volunteering at the Esther Honey Foundation. It was quiet the adventure and my story includes getting lost, bitten by fish, being the 'only vet on the island' and a few crazy Island Nights!

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