Volunteering at an Animal Sanctuary
As the leader of our school club Care for Animals, I organized a volunteer trip ____ an animal sanctuary for my club members.
An animal sanctuary is a special place where rescued, injured, ____ abused animals can live in a safe and caring environment.
All the club members and I agreed that the sanctuary would be ____ perfect place to learn about animal care.
Excited for a ____ experience, we set out to volunteer.
July 29, Monday
____ club arrived at the Free Animals sanctuary.
____ the staff member in charge of animal care, welcomed us with a big smile and gave us a tour of the facility.
____ was amazing to see bears and elephants moving freely in a large field.
Our tasks for the day included cleaning the shelter and preparing food ____ the animals.
While cleaning the habitats, ____ checked if there were any hazards that could harm the animals.
Then, we helped prepare the food by ____ up fruits and vegetables and dividing them into several large baskets.
For old elephants with weak teeth, we chopped ____ instead of the sugarcane that they usually eat.
Spending the whole day helping ____ with the animals was an incredible experience for me.
It was a rewarding experience, and I ____ impressed with the attention the staff members gave to all the animals.
July 30, Tuesday
Today, we ____ something special for Ben and Lily.
These two baby bears were rescued after they had been raised ____ in a tiny cage on a farm for many years.
____ help the bears restore their natural instincts, we carried out some special activities known as “behavioral enrichment.”
For example, ____ made honey-log feeders for the bears.
First, we made several holes in ____ log and filled them with honey.
____ we hung the honey-log feeders on trees near the bears’ habitat.
As bears are intelligent and curious ____ they can become bored and stressed when lacking mental and physical stimulation.
The honey-log ____ stimulate their natural curiosity and keep them as active as they would be in the wild.
After a while, Ben and Lily approached the feeders and started ____ the honey inside. They are so cute!
July 31, Wednesday
This morning, we had the opportunity to learn about animal treatment thanks ____ Molly, an elderly elephant.
After spending 25 years carrying ____ along rough roads, she developed a twisted spine and foot pain.
In order to support Jane in ____ care of Molly’s foot, we took part in positive reinforcement training, which involves using rewards to encourage desirable behaviors.
When I gently touched her foot with a pole and called out, ____ she lifted it.
We then rewarded her with a sweet ____ of watermelon, her favorite fruit.
This training helps reduce the stress that animals experience during controlled situations, such ____ treatment or a health examination.
The good news is Molly seems ____ be adapting well, and I expect her to get better soon.
August 1, Thursday
____ the last day, we were called to the rescue center due to a sudden emergency.
Some dehydrated birds ____ fallen out of the sky in the city and were brought to the center.
Following the ____ guidance, we provided water to the birds while the vets treated their broken wings and legs and injected them with vitamins for a speedy recovery.
It was shocking that this type of accident happens every year since the ____ temperatures dry up water sources in the city.
Caring for the birds, I couldn’t ____ but reflect on the impact of human activities on climate change and how it harms animals.
Saying goodbye to the animals and staff, I felt grateful for the opportunity to ____
From this experience, I learned the ____ of treating animals with respect and care.
I also came to realize that humans are ____ another kind of animal and share the Earth with all other living creatures.
To improve animal welfare, I’ll work hard with ____ for Animals members.
Hopefully, I'll ____ the chance to volunteer at another sanctuary next summer.
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