If you love horses and donkeys and want to make a difference to the lives of working animals in Egypt, this is the project for you. We have two ways you can become involved, as a care volunteer (no experience needed) and a vet volunteer (you must be a vet student or nurse, or graduate). Regardless of which option best suits you, this project will allow you to make a huge impact and really give something back to animals in need, whilst learning a lot about culture, care and medicine. 

About the Project

Help provide much needed treatment to sick, exhausted, injured, and abused horses in Cairo. Here horses are an important part of Egyptian culture. Most of the animals we treat are working animals who pull heavy loads for farmers, vendors, and builders, working long hours under difficult and stressful conditions. We also sometimes treat badly abused and neglected horses working in the tourism industry, offering rides into the desert and around the pyramids.

Sadly, equine welfare in Egypt often leaves a lot to be desired. Owners rely on their horses to make money in a country struggling with high poverty rates. The desert environment means there is no grass for grazing and the price of feed results in many equines being underfed and overworked to the point of exhaustion. A lack of education means many horses reach us in the late stages of illness and with injuries more progressed than seen in many other countries. Archaic practices still occur including "firing", burning the skin on horse's legs which is wrongly believed to heal tendon injuries.

What we do

Our clinic is a safe haven for all horses and donkeys. The peaceful grounds provide free help to any horse and owner wanting support and assistance. No animal is turned away and where possible all equines are admitted for round the clock care and feeding, to increase their strength and condition. We employ 2-3 local veterinarians at any given time and encourage volunteers to be very hands on and learn from our team, getting as much practical experience as possible. The more helping hands we have, the more attention we can give to our patients. This project is a wonderful opportunity to dive into the heart of Egyptian culture as a member of the community, whilst giving something back to animals in need.  You will live on site at the clinic and enjoy one day off per week to explore the gems of Egypt during your stay.