Volunteering &
Work Experience

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When calling to inquire about volunteer opportunities, remember to address yourself as a college student who is on the pre-vet track. This will let the organization know that you are dedicated to animals and their well-being, rather than simply wanting to work with cute animals. Try to get as much animal experience, and in as many different areas, as you can. Volunteering, internships, and paid jobs are all acceptable forms of animal experience. Schools require anywhere from 180 to 1000 hours of animal experience, depending on the school. The minimum (and average accepted) number of hours required are listed on each school’s website. If you're looking for a paid job with animals, try contacting your local animal hospital.

Some Potential Volunteer Places and Contact Info

· Muirlands Animal and Avian Hospital·
Contact Ana at (949) 770 - 9015

·Pacific Wildlife
More Info at http://www.pacificwildlife.org/

·Friends of the Sea Lion Marine Mammal Center ·
located in Laguna Beach: Requires a 1-year commitment of 4 hours every week. More information is provided on the site http://www.fslmmc.org.

· Santa Ana Zoo
Teaching education and tours. Contact Michelle Clark at (714) 953-8555 ext. 16. Info about the zoo can be found at http://santaanazoo.org.

· Irvine Pet Complex
Contact Wendy at (949)551-0304

· Newport Hills Animal Hospital
 Contact Christie at (714) 759-1911

· Garden Grove/Orange County Referral Clinic
Contact Greg at (714)537-3032. Open from 6PM-8AM. Also open on Saturday and Sunday. A good volunteer place if your schedule is less permitting of other opportunities only available during the week.

· Irvine Creek
Please check the phone book for contact info

· Newport Harbor Animal Hospital
Contact Pat at (949)639-1010

· Nancy Hauer (Veterinarian)
located at/near Fashion Island: (714) 644-5460

· ROP
is also another good place to look for animal-related opportunities. Click on the link for your area on this website to find more information: http://www.carocp.org/carocps.html.

· Orange County Bird of Prey Center
Contact the volunteer coordinator at (949) 837-0786. More information is provided at http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/Jungle/2423/ocbpc.html.