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Life in Greenland - Our Dog is Having Surgery
November 8, 2025 · 14 min · 102K views · Greenland
Nova the dog in life vest on dinghy near Sisimiut
What this video covers
Juho and Sohvi Kangasluoma, sailing the Garcia Nouanni 43, visit a mobile veterinary clinic in Greenland to seek medical care for their dog, Nova. Because Nuuk hosts the only permanent veterinary facility in the country, sled dogs in remote settlements often lack access to professional care.2:12 The volunteer-run project, GimecHealth, travels to these isolated communities to provide essential services, including dental work, surgeries, and X-rays, using improvised mobile operating rooms.2:40 The clinic relies on funding from Denmark and private donations to maintain its equipment and reach areas where no other veterinary support exists.6:40 Following a successful procedure, Nova recovers quickly, allowing the crew to resume hiking in the tundra near their anchorage.10:08 The project also provides training for local youth to encourage future veterinary interest in the region.7:23
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