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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by nikib393, 7 Apr 2016.

  1. nikib393

    nikib393 Member

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    Thought I'd introduce myself and see if anyone has any advice for me!

    I'm currently an animal care volunteer at a zoo but have worked in other science areas before this. I have a degree in biology and am in my 30s. Any advice on breaking into the field of zoo keeping? Is it too late/am I too old? Please, any advice would be appreciated! :D
     
  2. Nikola Chavkosk

    Nikola Chavkosk Well-Known Member

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    It's never late to do what you want, and of corse if you can/got the opportunity.
    I am 26 years old graduated veterinarian, almost 27 in summer (july 29) (winter in non-equatorial Southern hemisphere) :p

    Greetings
     
  3. Parrotsandrew

    Parrotsandrew Well-Known Member

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    Welcome to ZooChat and good luck with your ambitions - I don't know about the USA, but you would be in with a chance in the UK, so hopefully it's the same as over here.
     
  4. vogelcommando

    vogelcommando Well-Known Member 10+ year member

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    Also from the Netherlands welcome to ZooChat and good luck by finding a job in a zoo !