Monthly Archives: May 2013

After staying at the pedigree Brahman stud farm, I woke up to a beautiful African sunrise.  There were also some eland in the distance.  It was quite a nice way to start the day at 6:30 AM! On our drive … Continue reading →

We first visited a beef cattle farm in Francistown. This farm was right next to a chicken farm, and apparently in Botswana it is against the law to feed your cattle chicken manure. This would seem economical, however, since this … Continue reading →

  We left to visit the piggery at 6:30 AM, and I was definitely tired, but ready for another day in Botswana! When we arrived at the piggery, we met the young man who owns the piggery.  This man has … Continue reading →

Today was a busy and tiring first day in Botswana!  To start off, my plane arrived in Botswana around 12 PM, and I was fairly exhausted, but excited to be in Botswana!  I met the vet I will be working … Continue reading →

Just arrived in Johannesburg at Johannesburg International Airport! It’s all bringing back memories of the last time I was here. Only last time, it was around the time of the world cup, so there were world cup signs everywhere. I’m … Continue reading →

Welcome to my blog about veterinary medicine in Botswana!  I am a third year veterinary student at the University of Pennsylvania, and this blog will follow my 8 week stay in Botswana working closely with 2 veterinarians as part of … Continue reading →