VMD 512: Zoo/Wild Animal Breeding, Management, Nutrition and Health Care (1+1)

POSTMORTEM

• When animals die due to diseases or other reasons, post-mortem has to be carried out in a systematic manner. Post mortem is one of the important components that is to be taken with more care and cautions.
• Veterinarians involving post mortem of wild animals should take care of the features related to the Zoonotic diseases in particular like anthrax or salmonellosis.
• Hence, wearing coveralls and gloves in addition to the spectacles to protect the ocular regions are most significant features to be taken care of.