Dr. med. vet. Katrin Baumgartner, Dr. med. vet. Fritz Karbe
Fundamentals of Wildlife Rescue, Practical Application, Veterinary Care
Wild Animal Patient: What Needs to Be Done?
When wild animals are in distress and need to be raised, cared for, and treated, many veterinary teams want to help. But what is legally permitted when dealing with wildlife? Are veterinarians even allowed to treat them, and which laws apply in which situations?
This book offers a comprehensive overview of the legal foundations and practical handling of wildlife in veterinary settings. It covers species-specific biology, handling, and special needs regarding feeding, hand-rearing, and housing. It also addresses diagnostics and treatment of common diseases and injuries, as well as euthanasia and release into the wild.
With extensive experience and rich illustrations, the authors provide a practical guide to wildlife care and rehabilitation—so you can make the right decisions in the best interest of the animal.
ISBN: 9783842600768
Dr. med. vet. Katrin Baumgartner, a specialist veterinarian for zoo, enclosure, and wild animals, as well as for animal welfare and species conservation, has worked for over 28 years as a veterinarian and curator at Tiergarten Nürnberg, which also operates a rescue center for native wildlife. She has long been deeply involved in various aspects of wildlife care.
Dr. med. vet. Fritz Karbe, a specialist in zoo and wild animals and species conservation, founded a practice for exotic and wild animals in Diepersdorf near Nuremberg after training as a zoo veterinarian at Karlsruhe Zoo. He also serves as a consulting veterinarian for several wildlife parks. His practice treats hundreds of wild animal orphans each year.
Released: 2025
424 pages
ISBN: 9783842600768
