Stay tuned for modules on birds and reptiles coming soon …
The first module of a three-module WSAVA course offering practical approaches in the treatment of exotic pets has just been created for WSAVA members by Dr Manfred and Dr Claudia Hochleithner. Manfred Hochleithner has been WSAVA Member Representative for Austria since 2012. He and his wife have more than 30 years’ experience in working with exotic animals.
Dr Hochleithner says:
[blockquote author=”” link=”” target=”_blank”]In many parts of the world there is little veterinary care available for these patients and, while veterinarians are keen to learn how to treat them, the cost of attending congresses (when it is possible!) can make it too expensive given that exotics are a small proportion of their caseload.[/blockquote]
[blockquote author=”” link=”” target=”_blank”]This is a welfare issue as, with just a little knowledge, veterinarians can achieve a great deal for these patients. Their wounds heal quickly and often all they need is some pain medication to help them to get over the problem. [/blockquote]
Dr Manfred Hochleithner
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[blockquote author=”” link=”” target=”_blank”]We felt that an online course would be a great way to help our global colleagues learn how to care for exotic patients. It has been peer-reviewed by two world-renowned Specialists, Dr Teresa Lightfoot and Dr Joerg Mayer and we also signpost additional resources.[/blockquote]
[blockquote author=”” link=”” target=”_blank”]Claudia and I have thoroughly enjoyed our career working with exotics and wanted to give something back to the group of animals that have made our lives so wonderful.[/blockquote]
Dr Claudia Hochleithner
The course is now available in the WSAVA Academy.
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