WORLD VETS
Invite reviews
Invite friends and colleagues to share their experiences with this nonprofit
March 5, 2013
I have been on three missions with World Vets and plan to do at least one a year throughout the duration of my career. The experience is always very rewarding and everyone is so appreciative of the work we do. As volunteers and representatives of World Vets we are treated with respect and kindness by clients and organizational members themselves. In my opinion, that speaks volumes of the organizations reputation! My work fulfills me in so many ways however, my work with World Vets is fulfilling in a completely different way and I walk away knowing I have made a difference!
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
1 person found this review helpful
June 11, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
My entire experience working with World Vets was simply amazing. I volunteered as a vet tech working in Granada, Nicaragua during the debut of the International Veterinary Medicine Program. It was very well organized and the World Vet staff showed endless compassion, patience and they enjoyed their work wholeheartedly. The impact made, not only for our four-legged friends, but for the people of Granada, in just one session (10 days) was immeasurable. Our schedule also allowed for ample time to visit/explore the culture while visiting. I strongly recommend anyone to volunteer with this outstanding organization and I know I am ready to plan my next expedition with WV!
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
June 8, 2012
I have been on one World Vets trip to Granada Nicaragua. It´s great knowing an organization is making a difference but nothing is more rewarding and life-changing than getting to see it first hand. I am truly amazed with the services World vets provides....which is all free by the way. They are a hard working group of people with a clear simple vision...to help the plight of animals. While volunteering I saw the careful and thoughtful planning involved with working in another country and the relationships developed with the Nicaraguan vets to provide the best quality medicine. Had a blast teaching, meeting people, and exploring as well! If you are looking for an organization to volunteer your time to or donate World Vets is an amazing organization to start with.
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
May 3, 2012
I have volunteered twice with World Vets and will join them again this October. Originally I volunteered knowing very little about this organization, apart from their web site. Upon signing up and actually attending my first trip, I quickly discovered the following: World Vets is a driven, committed organization. They don't cut corners and they do everything in their power to ensure the animals in the locations they assist receive the most Veterinary care they can offer. Volunteers are treated with respect, and are given a nice balance of "free" time versus "work" time. And as a non-Veterinarian, I was thrilled that the trips allowed me to learn and master new skills. This is a top-notch organization and I look forward to supporting it for many years to come.
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
January 31, 2012
This will be my 3rd World Vets trip this coming March. I love going on these trips. World Vets is a great organization and a great experience. The trips are well organized, fun and hard work. It is a very rewarding experience on a personal level. The locals are so happy to have us there and happy to learn about how to make animal lives better. It is a tough world for animals in these countries and with World Vets presents it will help to improve the lives of the animals and their people.
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
January 23, 2012
Truly a great organization to work for. I went to Thailand during the floods in 2011 to help out with animal rescue. The team that I worked with showed more heart, and the true sprite of volunteerism. I feel honored to be able to help out a great cause and hope to do more work.
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
January 22, 2012
I have been on 5 different trips with World Vets now, helping both large animals and small animals, and I'm planning to do more. I've enjoyed seeing different parts of the world and having the opportunity to help people and animals in each country. I love working closely with the local veterinarians and humane societies, this is an experience of getting to know the locals and I feel like I learn so much more about the culture (and their animals) than if I were to go to this country on my own.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I know it is not always possible, but it would be nice to know that we are helping to educate the local vet and making a lasting impact on the local animals in that way.
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)
I have improved my surgery skills with the number of spays and neuters I could do. I've also enjoyed learning the interesting cultural differences in each area and meeting amazing people who all believe strongly in helping animals as I do.
How did this volunteer experience make you feel?
These trips have all been very fulfilling experiences.
January 20, 2012
Highly recommend World Vets trips for the newly graduated Vet students. Surgical experience/training from top notch veterinary team leaders. Worth every penny!
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
1 person found this review helpful
January 20, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
I have volunteered with World Vets on two missions and both experiences have been amazing. On my first trip I joined a team organizing a spay/neuter campaign in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. My second experience was as a World Vets representative on the US military's Continuing Promise 2011, an annual joint military-civilian humanitarian mission to Central and Latin America. What strikes me the most thinking back on the trips is how much I, personally, learned and the difference that we made. For example, World Vets has been a presence in San Juan del Sur for a few years now and that presence has made a tangible difference in the community. Folks bring their animals back to the clinics to stay current on vaccines. And, according to our trip leader, the trip I was on was the first time we saw puppies and kittens come in for spay and neuter--this is almost unheard of in a lot of Central American communities. I am really proud to be a part of World Vets' efforts and will definitely continue after I gain my DVM.
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
2 people found this review helpful
January 20, 2012
2 people found this review helpful
I had the pleasure of working with World Vets at their new training center in Granada, Nicaragua. The training center is a teaching hospital where veterinary students from Nicaragua and abroad can learn and practice spay/neuter techniques. I was very impressed by the quality of the facility and the equipment. They provide the best patient care with no cost to the owner. World Vets makes a huge impact on the community through spay/neuter, vaccination and education about proper animal care. I also think that World Vets does an amazing job of taking care of their volunteers. A lot of programs forget the role of volunteer in making a non profit successful. World Vets makes you feel included and part of a team no matter your skill level. I would recommend this organization to anyone!
More feedback...
Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011