Diagnostic techniques in small mammals

Presenter: Dr. Emma Keeble
BVSc, Dip ZooMed (Mammalian), MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine,
Dick Vet Rabbit and Exotic Practice
University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

This webinar will review and discuss common diagnostic sampling and imaging techniques in pet rabbits, rodents and ferrets. Blood sampling, faecal and urinalysis will be covered as well as abscess culture and skin sampling techniques. Radiographic views and interpretation will be considered for the above species as well as common…

Avian: Anaesthesia of the avian patient.

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell
BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herpetological and Small Mammals) MRCVS
RCVS recognised specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Birds are commonly seen in practice. Safely anaesthetising them is integral to obtaining appropriate diagnoses and beign able to have confidence to this and allay any concerns owners may have.

Rabbits: An update on Ear Disease Treatments

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

Guinea Pigs: Investigation of Cystitis

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S DipECZM (Small Mammal) MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

Guinea pigs are commonly seen in general practice for conditions affecting the urinary tract. Urolithiasis and cystitis are well reported in this species. Both conditions can act as a nidus for the other, and urolithiasis should always be ruled out in cases of cystitis. This webinar will focus on the…

Endoscopy: Setting up the endoscopy suite for an exotic clinic

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell
BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herpetological and Small Mammals) MRCVS
RCVS recognised specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Avian: The Chicken Consultation

Presenter: Dr. Emma Keeble
BVSc Dip ZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

This webinar will cover basic husbandry, diet and clinical examination of the pet chicken. Diagnostic tests and common problems seen in veterinary practice will also be discussed. A useful refresher course for experienced chicken vets and vet nurses, as well as a sound introduction to pet chicken medicine for those…

Avian: Pain and Analgesia

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell
BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herpetological and Small Mammals) MRCVS
RCVS recognised specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Birds are prey species and are excellent at masking signs of pain. They are also quite different to mammals and veterinarians may well be unfamiliar with their treatment and responses to drug therapy. As a result analgesia is often overlooked in avian patients. This webinar aims to point veterinarians to…

Reptiles: Spotting pain and analgesia

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell
BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herpetological and Small Mammals) MRCVS
RCVS recognised specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Reptiles often have subtle behavior which can easily be missed or misinterpreted by owners and veterinarians. Understanding how reptiles perceive different noxious stimuli and how they respond is critical to evaluating their clinical treatment. This webinar covers the physiology behind reptile pain, their behavior and responses to analgesics. Finally recommendations…

Indications for Computerised Tomography in Reptiles

Presenter: Martyn Lewis BSc (Hons) BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinical Scholar in Herpetology, The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

Computed tomography (CT) is particularly attractive when it comes to disease investigation in reptiles. Localisation of pathology in this group is commonly hampered by non-specific clinical signs and a range of unique anatomical features, which makes examination and more traditional imaging a challenge to interpret. This is especially true for…

Dealing with pet fish

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herpetological and Small Mammals) MRCVS
RCVS recognised specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Herpetological Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Pet fish are often presented to clinics and most vets only over very basic care. If you feel out of your depth with fish then this lecture covers all the essential information you need. Practical tips and basic equipment needed to start upgrading your care of pet fish are also…

Treatment of unusual mammal pets

Presenter: Bronwyn Koterwas BVM&S MRCVS
Clinician in Rabbit, Exotic Animal & Wildlife Medicine and Surgery

Category: Exotics Club

Don’t know what a tenrec is? This webinar is for you! During this session, learn about interesting small mammal pets such as tenrecs, sugar gliders, chipmunks and prairie dogs. They have unique husbandry requirements you will need to know in order to have a successful consult. Specific health concerns and…

Chronic skeletal pain in rabbits - how to recognise it and how to treat it

Presenter: Emma Keeble BVSc Dip ZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Lecturer in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Rabbits are prey species and hide signs of pain well. Owners and vets may miss subtle signs of pain and often chronic skeletal disease goes undiagnosed until an advanced stage is reached. This webinar will discuss how to detect early signs of osteoarthritis on clinical examination and outline the diagnostic…

Common African Pygmy Hedgehog diseases seen in practice

Presenter: Dr. Emma Keeble BVSc Dip ZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Royal (Dick) School of Vet Studies
Edinburgh University

Category: Exotics Club

This webinar will review basic biological facts, housing and dietary requirements, handling techniques and clinical examination of the African Pygmy Hedgehog when seen in veterinary practice. Common clinical problems seen in this species will be discussed, including diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. This webinar will be a useful overview…

Treating zoo animals as part of a first opinion caseload

Presenter: Bronwyn Koterwas BA BVM&S MRCVS
Clinician in Rabbit, Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine and Surgery

Category: Exotics Club

Treating zoo species as a part of a first opinion caseload can be really rewarding in terms of team building, developing new skills and getting to work with more exotic animals. This webinar will walk you through the many considerations you should take prior to committing to having a zoo…

Computed Tomography – diagnostic aid for Rabbits

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

With recent advancements in rabbit medicine and surgery, it is now expected that rabbits are provided with the same level of patient care as would be expected for dogs and cats. This means significant improvements have been seen in the diagnostic investigation of rabbit patients. In a number of both…

Multimodal Analgesia in Small Mammal Patients

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

The range of invasive procedures in our small mammal patients is ever increasing along with increased owner requirements. Recognising pain is important as well as considering all options available to appropriately analgese these patients. This webinar covers all aspects of pain relief for small mammal patients while aiming to provide…

Diagnosis and Treatment of Thymoma in Rabbits

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

Critical care of birds

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Birds are commonly presented in clinical practice. They are masters of disguise and hide disease very well so once an owner has spotted their bird is sick, you need to act quickly. This webinar covers the essential elements of avian critical care and stabilisation buying you time to formulate a…

Respiratory Diseases of Rabbits

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Respiratory disease is very common in rabbits. Upper respiratory tract diseases can be complicated to effectively treat and lower respiratory tract diseases can present late in the clinical condition. This webinar summaries the common diagnostics and treatment options available in practice.

Rabbit Radiographic Techniques

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Imaging rabbits is commonplace. Common presentations such as dental disease, respiratory disease, head tilts, gastrointestinal disease all require imaging to help tailor treatment options and plan future procedures. This presentation will cover the techniques used to radiograph rabbits both when sedated and conscious enabling clinically useful images to be obtained…

Rabbit Diagnostic Imaging - When to Use and How Useful Is It?

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

Rabbits are commonly presented in both first opinion and referral practice. As a prey species, they often disguise the clinical signs of illness. This means we are heavily reliant on the findings of a thorough clinical examination and results obtained from any indicated diagnostic tests. In many situations, diagnostic imaging…

Rodent Dentistry

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

In the United Kingdom, rodent species are increasingly commonly being kept as pets. Like rabbits, the importance of an appropriate diet is crucial for promoting healthy dentition. The ability of these species to demonstrate natural feeding behaviours is vital for both quality of life and general overall health. This webinar…

Avian Necropsy

Presenter: David Perpiñán DVM MSc PhD Dip ECZM (Herpetology)
RCVS Specialist in Zoo & Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Necropsy is an important procedure for any vet working with birds, particularly those working with collections. Necropsy allow us to find out the cause of death and apply that knowledge to living animals, at the same time that we invaluable learn about anatomy and diseases. In this webinar we will…

Preventative Rabbit Medicine

Presenter: Emma Keeble BVSc Dip ZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Lecturer in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Rabbits are one of the most popular pet species in Britain, being commonly kept as house pets and often becoming a highly regarded family member. There is a high expectation from rabbit owners for good quality veterinary care of this species. Owners should be encouraged to have their pet rabbit…

Viral Diseases of Ferrets

Presenter: David Perpinan DVM MSc PhD Dip ECZM (Herpetology)
MRCVS Lecturer in Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Viral diseases are significant in ferrets; some viruses produce severe disease and some others commonly and easily produce milder disease. This webinar will review in detail six of the most important viral diseases of ferrets: influenza, rabies, enteric coronavirus, systemic coronavirus, canine distemper and Aleutian disease. In addition, vaccination protocols…

Chelonian Haematology

Presenter: David Perpinan DVM MSc PhD Dip ECZM (Herpetology)
MRCVS Lecturer in Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

Haematology is commonly used as a non-invasive diagnostic tool for assessing the health status of wild and captive chelonians. However, haematology in turtles and tortoises is still not as developed as mammalian or avian haematology, and great variability and subjectivity is expected when obtaining and analyzing blood results. This webinar…

Treatment of Shell Injuries in Chelonians

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Shell damage is common in chelonians and can be due to dog bites, being run over or burnt for example. This webinar covers the common presenting signs and the management of these cases, from the initial emergency treatment through to the conclusion of the case. Shell repair is also cover…

Nutrition and Clinical Support of the Ferret

Presenter: Professor Anna Meredith MA VetMB PhD CertLAS DZooMed DipECZM MRCVS
RCVS and European Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Head of Exotic Animal and Wildlife Service

Category: Exotics Club

Ferrets can make challenging patients and a sound understanding of their nutritional and supportive care needs is vital to successful veterinary management. They are obligate carnivores and correct nutrition is vital to maintaining health and aiding recovery from illness. Many sick ferrets will become anorexic and their predisposition to certain…

Endocrine Diseases of Ferrets

Presenter: David Perpinan DVM MSc Dip ECZM (Herpetology) MRCVS
Lecturer in Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine, The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Endocrine diseases are among the most significant and prevalent diseases of domestic ferrets. Jills have a characteristic sexual cycle with induced ovulation, and hyperoestrogenism can develop if they don’t copulate with males. Adrenal disease in ferrets is common and has particular characteristics different from Cushing’s disease of dogs. Insulinoma is…

Approach to the Backyard Chicken Consultation

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS
Senior Clinician in Rabbit and Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

In recent years, the popularity of pet chickens has greatly increased. As a result, there is a notable rise in the numbers being seen by the veterinary profession. It is now expected that general practitioners should be confident examining, diagnosing and treating the common problems encountered by this species. Chickens…

Rabbit Infectious Diseases

Presenter: Emma Keeble BVSc Dip ZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Lecturer in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine

Category: Exotics Club

This webinar on rabbit infectious diseases will cover what you need to know to help diagnose and treat infectious diseases in pet rabbits. Topics that will be covered include the diagnosis, treatment and control of both common and emerging infectious diseases in pet rabbits. Recent advances in the vaccination of…

Reptile Anaesthesia and Analgesia

Presenter: David Perpinan DVM MSc Dip ECZM (Herpetology) MRCVS
Lecturer in Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine, The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

This CPD will review anaesthesia in reptiles, including tortoises, snakes, lizards and crocodiles. We will start with a good anatomical and physiological review, followed by the description step-by-step of the procedure to safely and effectively anaesthetize any species of reptile. Ways to administer drugs, monitor anaesthesia and respond to emergencies…

Reptile Dermatology

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Skin diseases are a common presenting problem in reptiles. The skin is very visual owners often seek veterinary attention for help. Reptiles shed their skin routinely and there are lots of problems with shedding associated with poor husbandry. This webinar covers the simple approach taken to dysecdysis in reptiles and…

Rodent Reproduction

Presenter: Professor Anna Meredith MA VetMB PhD CertLAS DZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Head of the Exotic Animal and Wildlife Service, The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Pet rodents are commonly presented with diseases affecting the reproductive tract and mammary glands. Myomorph rodents (mice, rats, gerbils, hamsters) and hystricomorph rodents ( guinea pigs, chinchillas) are highly efficient and prolific breeders but have very different reproductive strategies, so it is important to have a good understanding of their…

Common Medical Conditions of Reptiles

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Reptiles are commonly presented in first opinion practice. While some conditions may require complex investigation there is a lot that can be done quite simply in the consulting room or with minimal invasive procedures. This webinar introduces some of the more common clinical presentations seen in practice and diagnostic plans…

Reptile Diagnostics

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)

Category: Exotics Club

Reptiles are increasingly common pets seen in clinical practice. All too often the clinical signs seen can be limited and there is a reliance on diagnostic procedures to identify underlying disease processes. Thankfully reptile tolerate a range of procedures without the need for anaesthesia and so the price point for…

Neurology in Rabbits

Presenter: Emma Keeble BVSc Dip ZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Lecturer in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine,Exotic Animal Service, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Category: Exotics Club

Neurological disease is a common clinical finding in pet rabbits. The most common causes of nervous system disorders in rabbits include pasteurellosis, encephalitozoonosis, trauma and toxaemia. Obtaining a final diagnosis can be challenging, but with increased availability of advanced diagnostic techniques such as CT and MRI, case evaluation and definitive…

Rodent Endocrine Diseases

Presenter: Jenna Richardson BVM&S MRCVS

Category: Exotics Club

In the United Kingdom, rodents are commonly as kept pets. Although easier to look after than dogs or cats, their needs can still be surprisingly complex. Due to the variety of rodents now available in the pet market, it is important that veterinary surgeons understand the husbandry requirements and common…

Metabolic Bone Disease in Reptiles

Presenter: Joanna Hedley BVM&S DZooMed (Reptilian) MRCVS
Clinician in Rabbit, Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

“Metabolic bone disease” (MBD) is a common diagnosis in reptile medicine but actually encompasses a whole range of conditions with the most common being nutritional secondary hyperparathyroidism and renal secondary hyperparathyroidism. These conditions are frequently seen in captive reptiles, especially lizards and chelonians. This webinar will cover the various aetiologies…

Diagnosis and Treatment of Dental Disease in Rabbits

Presenter: Professor Anna Meredith MA VetMB PhD CertLAS DZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Head of the Exotic Animal and Wildlife Service, The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Dental disease is probably the most common reason for presentation of a rabbit to the veterinary surgeon, although this fact may not be immediately apparent. Most causes of dental disease are preventable by feeding an appropriate diet, and owner education is essential. Anorexia, weight loss, facial abscesses, lack of grooming…

Avian Critical Care

Presenter: Joanna Hedley BVM&S DZooMed (Reptilian) MRCVS
Clinician in Rabbit, Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Avian medicine can be challenging at times, not least because birds are adept at hiding signs of illness until problems are at an advanced stage. Avian vets must therefore be confident in their approach to the critical patient and prepared to act quickly in an emergency situation. This webinar will…

Anaesthesia and Analgesia of Rodents

Presenter: Joanna Hedley BVM&S DZooMed (Reptilian) MRCVS
Clinician in Rabbit, Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Anaesthesia of rodents has often been viewed as a high-risk procedure and avoided if possible. However, as our understanding of anaesthetic agents and their application to exotic pet mammals has increased, many techniques have been modified to reduce these risks. This webinar will cover relevant differences in anatomy and physiology,…

Approach to Avian Fractures

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) Dip ECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS & ECZM Diplomate in zoological medicine
RCVS recognised specialist in zoo and wildlife medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)
Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

This webinar outlines the clinical decision making process when considering fracture repair in birds. Topics covered include: Identifying the most suitable type of repair for a given species considering the level of function required after the fracture has healed Appropriate analgesia and antimicrobial treatment Identifying those animals with a genuine…

E.cuniculi In Rabbits

Presenter: Professor Anna Meredith MA VetMB PhD CertLAS DZooMed MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Royal (Dick) School Of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

E. cuniculi is a microsporidian parasite known to infect approximately 50% of domestic rabbits in the UK. It can cause a variety of clinical signs, including neurological signs, but definitive diagnosis can be challenging in the live animal. There are a lot of unanswered questions about this common pathogen and…

Rabbit Gastrointestinal Diseases

Presenter: Molly Varga BVetMed DZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
Cheshire Pet Medical Centre

Category: Exotics Club

Gastrointestinal diseases are a common reason for rabbits to be presented to veterinary surgeons. They can be grouped into those diseases affecting the gut directly such as coccidiosis or mucoid enteropathy, and those where gut problems such as gut stasis are a symptom of another disease. This webinar will discuss…

Avian Diagnostics for Practicing Vets

Presenter: Marie Kubiak BVSc CertAVP(ZooMed) MRCVS
European College of Zoological Medicine Resident (Avian Specialty)
Manor Vets

Category: Exotics Club

In this webinar, Marie Kubiak shows you how to investigate clinical disease in these fascinating, but often challenging, species. The focus is on practical management of avian cases in general practice and will include techniques for clinical sample collection, interpretation of results and radiograph reading. Common presentations are covered including…

How to Deal With the Emergency Raptor

Presenter: Richard Jones BVSc MSc MRCVS
Avian Veterinary Services

Category: Exotics Club

With the increasing popularity of falconry and populations of wild raptors at an all time high, birds of prey are encountered more and more in veterinary practice. This webinar will discuss the management of the more commonly presented emergency situations, providing the clinician with the information they need to stabilise…

Respiratory Disease In Rabbits And Rodents

Presenter: Dr Anna Meredith MA VetMB CertLAS DZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

In this webinar, RCVS Recognised Specialist Anna Meredith looks at the diagnosis and management of respiratory disease in rabbits and rodents. What signs should you look for to help detect respiratory disease in rabbits? Anna discusses auscultation and its challenges, BAL in rabbits and chest radiography. Anna looks at the…

Secrets of Successful Avian Anaesthesia

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc(Hons) DZooMed DipECZM MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo & Wildlife Medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)
University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Ever wondered what are the best anaesthetics for avian anaesthesia, or what monitoring should be used and what is actually valid? How should hypothermia be avoided in avian species? There are a number of techniques you can use in birds to improve the safety of your anaesthesia. Kevin will show…

Ferret Reproduction

Presenter: Kevin Eatwell BVSc (Hons) DZooMed (Reptilian) DipECZM (Herp) MRCVS
RCVS Recognised Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine
ECZM Recognised Veterinary Specialist in Zoological Medicine (Herpetological)
University of Edinburgh

Category: Exotics Club

Management of reproduction in ferrets is important to avoid oestrogen toxicity, but surgical neutering can predispose the ferret to adrenal gland disease. So, what should you do? In this webinar, exotics expert Kevin Eatwell provides guidance for this and other reproductive and hormonal issues in ferrets. A typically practical presentation…