American Association of Zoo Veterinarians

02/04/2025

The Zoo and Aquarium Radiology Database is hosting a Webinar on March 7th from 3-4pm Central Time (USA). They will be discussing the ZARD's progress, performing a demonstration, reviewing Frequently Asked Questions, and hosting a live Q&A.

You can register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QD2KY67

01/29/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy Lunar New Year and Year of the Snake, may the coming year be full of good luck and fortune! 🐍

01/25/2025

Abstracts for the annual conference are due tomorrow! Make sure to get them submitted!

01/13/2025

We at AAZV are saddened to share the news of Dr. Hugo Manuel FERNÁNDEZ BELLON has passed away. Please see the below information about his funeral and how to write on his memorial.

ECZM is saddened by the news that Dr. Hugo Manuel FERNÁNDEZ BELLON has passed away. Hugo was an active member of ECZM being a diplomate in the Zoo Health Management Specialty and the executive director of EAZWV. Hugo Fernandez’ funeral is taking place on Monday, 13th January, at 15:45h at Tanatorio Les Corts, Funeraria Memora, Barcelona. Everyone is invited.
For all those who cannot attend personally, we have set up a memorial page for Hugo Fernandez to be remembered. Please join us in collecting as many pictures, memories, thoughts, and love as possible; the page will be shared with his wife and family.

https://www.weremember.com/hugo-fernandez/9p5s/memories?utm_campaign=memorial_share

European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians EBVS - European Board of Veterinary Specialisation The Association of Zoo Veterinary Technicians (AZVT) American Association of Zoo Keepers

01/10/2025

Advocacy at work! Dr. Allender is representing us at the American Veterinay Medical Association House of Delegates Meeting. Thank you Dr. Allender!

01/01/2025

The AAZV wishes all the zoo veterinarians, technicians, and animal care staff a Happy Newt Year! May 2025 be a great year for you and your teams! 🎊

12/27/2024

On this visit the zoo day we also thank our members for the extraordinary job they do every day!

12/15/2024

The call for abstracts is now open! Abstracts are due by January 26th. Note this is earlier than usual because the conference is earlier than usual.

11/22/2024

This year's is December 3! Consider donating to the Animal Health Fund. With your help, we can fund projects that help us understand and protect wildlife species around the world. From turtles to rhinos to whales, your contributions make a difference 🐢🦏🐋

The Wild Animal Health Fund is here to save zoo animals & wildlife from extinction. How? Through funding health studies so veterinarians can know more about our species and how to save them!

11/19/2024

Today is World Anteater Day, and we love these unique xenarthrans! There are four species of anteater native to Central America and South America - giant anteaters, silky anteaters, Northern tamandua, and Southern tamandua. What is your favorite adaptation of these species?

11/11/2024

Congratulations to the American College of Zoological Medicine for gaining 22 new diplomates!

Congratulations to our new !

Erin Berlin
Emily Brenner
Mary Ceccolini
Jessica Comolli
Nicholas Dannemiller
Alan Glassman
Yirui Heng
Molly Horgan
Tamara Kruse
Patricia Kunze
Gretel Tovar Lopez
Meghan Louis
Alyssa Palmer
Courtney Patson
Melanie Peel
Zachary Ready
Kathlyn Reed
Alyssa Scagnelli
Chelsey Tournade
Emma Vaasjo
Emily Vincent
Daniela Yuschenkoff

One week ago these amazing people found out they achieved their dream: Board Certified Specialist in Zoological Medicine 🏆

It’s been a long road for each of these individuals (college…vet school…5-6+ years of post-grad training or full-time work experience…numerous scientific research projects/publications…too numerous to count hours of studying…life sacrifices…), so give them a huge smile, hi-five, or hug when you see them!

We’re so glad you are here!

PS - cake is also an acceptable gift! 🧁

Want to learn more about becoming a Board Certified Specialist in Zoological Medicine? Head over to aczm.org 💻

11/08/2024

November 8th is International Human-Animal Bond Day, and it's not just about dogs and cats! What is the importance of the human-animal bond in your work as a zoo and wildlife veterinarian?

10/18/2024

There truly aren't words for how wonderful the tech team at The Living Desert really is. Jourdan is the soul of the team - she brings the s***k and laughs. Darren is our newest addition - he brings balance and has seamlessly integrated into the group. Morgan, our lead veterinary technician, is the heart of the team. Her dedication and commitment to the care of our animals and growth as a team cannot be understated. We are lucky every day to have these three individuals. A week of celebrations is not nearly enough to express our gratitude. Thank you for all that you do!

10/17/2024

Kansas City Zoo Drs Suedmeyer and Stockinger and wishing their vet techs an amazing vet tech week.

10/17/2024

The Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment team would like to recognize our vet techs who tirelessly support the health and welfare of our animals at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park, The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT, Disney’s Tri Circle D Ranch, Disney’s Castaway Cay, and Disney’s Aulani Resort. In celebration of week, we want to honor their unwavering compassion for and expertise with all the animals in our care! This team is always up to the task leading the way with innovative health programs while working in a multi- doctor, multi- institutional practice to care for both terrestrial and aquatic species alike. Whatever opportunity they face…CT on a horse, flamingo, or sea turtle- check! Surgery and wellness procedures across species- check! Photobiomodulation on a hippo- challenge accepted! Thank you for your skills, fortitude, and passion for engaging our Guests to care for wildlife and wild places!

10/16/2024

The vet techs at the Brevard Zoo keep our veterinary program running! They are the most skilled, compassionate, and resilient techs out there. Kristi, Falicia, and Jess always give 110% to everything they do at the zoo, and bring such awesome skill sets, perspectives, and ideas to our team. While Leatitia has moved on to another opportunity, she was an indispensable part of the veterinary team this past year, and she is sorely missed. Trevor and I are so grateful that we get to work with every one of you! All sea turtle activities performed under Marine turtle permit 206.

10/15/2024

The El Paso Zoo would like to thank its licensed veterinary technician Erin and vet assistants Sarah, Jon, Karina, and hospital secretary Gisselle for all they do to help take care of the animals at the zoo. They are also the backbone of our raptor rehabilitation program. We wouldn't be able to be as successful as a team without them! Thank you! Drs. Vikki and Kaitlyn

10/15/2024

At The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, our veterinary technician is integral to ensuring the well-being of our elephant residents. Their role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities and assist in various medical treatments. We wish to recognize the work of The Sanctuary’s Lead Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Services Manager, Eileen K. Eileen has been a veterinary technician for 22 years. Her expertise and dedication aid in providing the highest standard of care for the elephants at The Sanctuary. With a passion for conservation, she states, “I feel that a portion of everyone's job at The Sanctuary is as a conservationist, because we believe in the mission of aiding the elephants in our care as well as their wild counterparts.”
This National Vet Tech Week, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the veterinary technicians out there, for their unwavering commitment and compassion.