What is the protocol for administering non-emergency veterinary care to our animals?
Fortunately, we do not have a lot of medical emergencies, but there are certainly times when medical attention is required. Each situation is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Even though we see our animals every day, and we have become accustomed to their “normal” behavior, wolves are very stoic animals. Often by the time they present with clinical symptoms, it warrants some type of treatment.
Fortunately, we do not have a lot of medical emergencies, but there are certainly times when medical attention is required. Each situation is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Even though we see our animals every day, and we have become accustomed to their “normal” behavior, wolves are very stoic animals. Often by the time they present with clinical symptoms, it warrants some type of treatment. Animal Care first consults with our attending veterinarian in an attempt to determine a course of action. Animal Care staff will provide as much detail as possible, including e-mailing digital photos if that helps better formulate a course of treatment. We also provide any samples needed to help our veterinarian better diagnose. We opt to treat as conservatively as possible, due to the stress that the animal would incur during the catch up process. If it is a specific aliment that we have previous experience with and already know the best course of treatment, our veterinarian will recommend a co
