Perth Zoo takes a proactive approach to the health care of its animals.
This involves regular health checks by the veterinary staff and daily monitoring of each animal by the keepers.
Some of the procedures veterinary staff do as part of preventative care include physical examinations, vaccinations, running blood tests and administering preventative medicines.
Vaccinations are a very important part of preventative health care. At Perth Zoo, primates, macropods and elephants are vaccinated against tetanus; the Spotted Hyaenas and Slender-tailed Meerkats are vaccinated against distemper and parvovirus; and the lions and tigers are vaccinated against the same diseases as domestic cats.
Preventative health care also includes providing each animal with a balanced and nutritious diet to maintain a healthy weight and condition.
