Who is The Wild Animal Health Fund?
The Wild Animal Health Fund (WAHF) is not your average conservation program. In fact, there are not other conservation programs like us on the planet. The Wild Animal Health Fund, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit, is a program of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians (AAZV). WAHF is solely focused on funding humane health studies for zoo…
Read MoreOne Funded Project Can Help Other Species
One funded project can help other species but what is the impact? First, you should know that each Wild Animal Health Fund project must share the results through refereed scientific journals and lectures at conferences with scientists from all over the world. The beneficial insight from the shared knowledge then goes into action for the…
Read MoreCan’t go to the zoo? Visit one virtually then!
For all you Zoo Lovers! Don’t fret! We have you covered! Can’t get out to visit the zoo? Visit a zoo virtually then! Sadly, our world is still in lock down because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Zoos, conservation facilities and sanctuaries all over the world have temporarily closed their doors to the public as well…
Read MoreNarwhals, the unicorns of the sea
Did you know narwhals, the unicorns of the sea, are actually a species of whale related to the Orca and Beluga that call the Arctic Circle home? The unique and singular tusk that male narwhals grow, that gives them the nickname ‘Unicorns of the Sea’, is actually a tooth that can grow up to 10…
Read MoreAnimals Are Going Extinct in the Wild
Virtually everyone knows that many animals are going extinct in the wild, but did you know there are some species that no longer exist outside of zoos, aquariums and wild animal parks? These species may be next on the list for the extinction. Although efforts may be too late for some species, there are still…
Read MoreZoo Animals and Wildlife Suffer From Human Diseases
Did you know that zoo animals and wildlife suffer from the same health conditions and diseases as humans? Unlike humans, though, zoo animals and wildlife are programmed to hide their pain and vulnerabilities in order to survive. This self-defense mechanism causes most species to suffer in painful silence. Zoo and wildlife veterinarians are able to…
Read MoreZoos are vital to conservation…
In a 2006 article in DVM360, Zoo animals and wildlife veterinarian, Dr. Eric Miller, explains how zoos play a bigger role than just entertainment. In fact, zoos are a key component in wildlife education, research and in the preservation of all zoo animals and wildlife that are threatened with extinction. http://veterinarymedicine.dvm360.com/aaas-symposium-wildlife-captivity-ethics-and-zoos
Read MoreQuestion of the day?
Wild Animal Health: When it comes to wild animal health, which of the following do you feel is most important? (Choose one) A. Focusing on threatened/endangered species.B. Expanding grants for all kinds of wild animal health research.C. Giving wild animals the best possible quality of life.D. Helping professional wildlife veterinarians deliver more effective care for…
Read MoreThe life of a zoo veterinarian
Dr. Kirk Suedmeyer knew he wanted to be a zoo vet from the time he was a child. Thanks to the News team at KCTV5 for sharing this story.
Read MoreWhy research is important?
By researching, fact-finding or examining are all ways to establish new methods and gain more useful conclusions. In the arena of zoological medicine, we are lagging far behind discoveries for agriculture and domestic animal health. Watch and listen to zoo and wildlife veterinarians describe the importance of research and how the Wild Animal Health Fund…
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