Measure carefully.
Proteges work with Hermane to administer the shot.
Folks,
Reforestation here in Haiti has to be done with one eye on animals. Feral goats threaten new seedlings so folks are vigilant about protecting new plantings. Domesticated goats need to be carefully leashed. Cattle with worms can create real problems with the soil. Many seedlings are planted near workers’ homes alongside gardens and livestock, so animal and soil health require attention.
The nine young Haitians participating in the Reforestation Mentoring program, therefore, are also learning about animal care. A wonderful veterinarian, Hermane Sander, has volunteered to meet with them every third Friday. His class lectures cover a great deal of material about animals — their biology, nutrition, and health. Luckily the proteges have a good grounding in biology and chemistry from their CODEP school years, and they keep apace easily. Recently he taught them about giving injections to animals.
Hermane is a real live wire. The proteges enjoy him because he’s young, enthusiastic, and no nonsense. It is a real delight to have him speak with such spirit and enrich our curriculum. And, it certainly changes the routine to spend time giving shots to animals.
Michael Anello
Executive Director
Hermane shares scientific concepts in class before everyone heads outside to work with the animals.
Keep that goat on a rope!