The ASZK is pleased to announce that we will be running a Webinar hosted by Matthew Shackleton BSc (Hons) PGCert MScVetPhys MIRVAP(VP).

Matthew has a Master’s degree in Veterinary Physiotherapy from the University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, where he now works part-time as a Teaching Associate. Matthew has a background in zoo-keeping and teaching zoo sciences.

The webinar aims to highlight the prevalence of musculoskeletal and neurological disease in captivity, and what environmental and/or management aspects can be causal factors or contribute to an animal’s deterioration over time.

This presentation will cover the importance of a multi-modal approach to the treatment and management of neurological and MSK pathology, as well as covering contemporary research in veterinary science.

When: Wednesday 13 November 6 pm Sydney/Melbourne Time

Cost: $40/per person members $60/person non-members

How: Details for joining the webinar via Zoom will be sent to attendees prior to the event.

Register Here

The ASZK is inviting members to apply for our annual Keeper Development scholarship named in honour of the late Des Spittall, a life member of ASZK. The $AUD2,500 scholarship has been established to support the professional development of zoo keepers in the Australasian region and is proudly sponsored by Safe4. For more details and application form click Here.