Zoo animals and Exotics

A small number of veterinarians work in zoos or assist researchers with field projects, educate and train international colleagues and collect baseline medical data on captive and free-living populations. Wildlife veterinarians investigate and research diseases, rehabilitate wild animals and represent wildlife and conservation on a global scale. They participate in research to develop tools and methods to ensure that all species of wildlife are treated humanely and compassionately during all wildlife management activities. Some veterinarians restrict their work to caring for small exotic animals like guinea pigs, rodents, ferrets.