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Chapter Title: Opportunities to inspire the next generation of veterinarians
Book Title: Fowler's Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine Current Therapy
Author(s)
Sykes, John M.
Published
2019
Published Version DOI
https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-55228-8.00006-0
Abstract
Modern zoological institutions have mission statements that include goals well beyond simple entertainment. For example, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), which operates five zoological parks in New York City, has a mission to “save wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature.”1 Zoological veterinarians contribute directly to the science and conservation action goals through professional publications and participation in field projects. Their roles in the education and inspiration aspects are often indirect: they keep animals healthy and happy so that the animals (or other educators) may inspire and educate the visitors. However, there are many opportunities for veterinarians to participate directly in the education and inspiration of our visitors, particularly children. This chapter explores many of these opportunities and outlines one particularly in-depth program for teaching children about zoological medicine.
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