
Spay Neuter pets in underserved Thai communities
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Thailand is home to over 9 million free roaming dogs and cats, of which it is estimated that less than 25% are spayed or neutered. Many of these animals are pets, with owners that love and care for them. Access to veterinary care is limited to only a hand full of large cities around the country, leaving pet owners with few opportunities to sterilize, vaccinate, or provide parasite prevention to dogs and cats they care for.
The Team Thailand Service trip is a program that students from The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine have been organizing for over a decade. This is an annual trip which takes a hand picked group of dedicated veterinary students and licensed veterinarians to Thailand, where we collaborate with local veterinary hospital, Vet4. Our mission is to provide vital veterinary care, including spay and neuter surgeries, parasite treatment and rabies vaccination, to rural and urban communities with limited access to these services. This endeavor not only offers a profound educational experience for veterinary students, but also fosters global connections, strengthens the human-animal bond, and contributes significantly to public, environmental and animal health.
Last year, the members of Team Thailand were able to sterilize over 150 pets in province of Phetchaburi and Bangkok. This year the team will provide services to rural communities in the provinces of Sukhothai and Suphan Buri. By supporting us, you will help bring much needed veterinary care to pets in these communities, and contribute to the development and education of future veterinarians. Your donation plays a crucial role in sustaining this impactful, globally relevant program, aligning with the values of animal welfare, community service, and international collaboration.
You can read more about last year's trip in this article by Penn Today.
Organizer
Alison Kowalski
Organizer
Philadelphia, PA