Veterinary Science
Tips for being safe around animals (dogs in particular)
29 Aug 2023
Even the gentlest of family pets can bite - for a range of reasons. Research by Auckland emergency doctor Dr Natasha Duncan-Sutherland has found there are around 25,000 dog-related injuries recorded… Audio
Zoo plugs on with ear surgery for Cara
8 Sep 2015
A chimpanzee at Wellington Zoo will need more surgery after she pulled out an ear plug that vets designed to save her hearing.
The Dark Side of Being An Urban Parrot - Kaka and Lead
19 Mar 2015
The kaka from Zealandia Sanctuary are an urban success story, but they are developing lead poisoning, probably from chewing roofing nails and old lead paint. Audio
Canine hydrotherapy
7 Mar 2015
Hydrotherapy with a difference; no togs required and that's because it's for dogs only! With canine hydrotherapist Sarah Apperley of Aqua Hounds, vet Allan Probert and Luna the dog. Audio