Aspiring young vets can take on the role of vet nurse and test their animal skills at Vets in Action this February half term.

When: February 15 to 23. Sessions running every 20mins with an hour break over lunch (12.25-13.25pm).

Where: London Zoo

Age: All ages. There will also be a relaxed, quieter opening session on Sun 16, Wed 19 and Sat 22 February at 11.40am. Visitors who wish to access this should download a Penguin pass queue hopper here: https://www.londonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/accessibility 

Ticket price: Activities are included in your Zoo admission ticket unless stated otherwise. 

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More information from organisers:

The Vets in Action experience is an exciting 40-minute journey into the world of animal care and veterinary science. Visitors begin their mission in the ‘Departures Lounge’, where they’ll learn about the critical role of veterinary care and their specific tasks for the day. They’ll then assist a vet in the field rescue of a young rhino, carrying out vital checks such as heart rate, breathing, hydration levels and body condition scoring. Returning to London through ‘customs’, participants will help perform health checks on salamanders rescued from the illegal wildlife trade, gaining hands-on experience in tackling real world conservation challenges.

Upon arriving at the zoo, visitors can head to the Vets in Action entrance to book their experience time slot. Slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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