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On our first full day we had the opportunity to walk around the Dublin zoo with one of the conservation staff members. She talked to us about the different big cats in the zoo and explained how the habitats are created for them. We visited the zoo\u2019s veterinary hospital and spoke with one of the veterinarians. Afterwards we had free time to walk around the zoo and explore everything it has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n

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We also had the opportunity to visit Wild Ireland. This sanctuary is home to many native animals that once roamed freely through Ireland. The sanctuary provides every animal with a habitat that is tailored to their specific needs. We had the opportunity to get a VIP experience of seeing where the animal’s food is prepared and then feeding time for the bears. This was an amazing opportunity to learn about the native species to Ireland and their habitats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Peyton, SPC Ireland (Vet Tech) Study Abroad Program, March 2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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