Indian Trail Animal Hospital VET CAMP:

Winter Session Day Camps 2018

  Introduction to Veterinary Medicine

We love veterinary medicine and animal healthcare careers and want to share our knowledge with young people that are as passionate about animals as we are. Campers will learn about animal health and have lots of hands on experience.

Between Indian Trail Animal Hospital and Vet-REC:  Veterinary Rehabilitation and Exercise Clinic, we have 4 veterinarians and a wonderful support staff with a wealth of knowledge to share.  Our camp director has been working in the veterinary field for 5 years and is pursing a degree in education.  Camps kids love her!!  

Campers Will:  

• be able to participate and view physical examinations and body systems including 'at home' tips!  
• learn and practice safe interaction with dogs and cats
• be able to view and participate in canine rehabilitation techniques
• have "Hands-on" activities and fun with animal guests
• view X-Rays
• learn about parasites
• learn basic Pet First AID
• understand how to take a heart rate and respiratory rate
• get to ask a veterinarian all of their questions

**other items of interest can be added as determined by the campers**

Testimonials from campers:

 "It was the best camp ever."

"Vet Camp is my favorite camp in the world."

"Puppy and kitten playtime was the best!"

"I learned so much about animals and how to care for them."

" I want to go back next year!"

Testimonials from parents:

 "He talked about what he learned.  He said the vet camp shirt is his favorite shirt because of the memories it holds."

"May daughters loved this camp.  I think it's the best camp they've ever attended and they've been to lots of camps."

"My daughter learned a lot and was excited to go back each day.  She has said she wanted to be a veterinarian from the time she was 3.  Attending this camp just reinforced to her that goal."  

Register Now!

After you have successfully completed registration, please be sure to e-mail, mail or fax the Vet Camp Waiver Form for each camper.    

Vet Camp Waiver Form

Questions?:

***We will provide a daily snack.  Your child should wear comfortable clothing along with socks and tennis shoes (no open-toed shoes).  Please do not allow your child to wear any "dangling" jewerly such as earrings, necklaces, etc.  We ask that your child not bring any money or electronic devices.