I was surprised yesterday to be presented with a chicken at work for an examination!
My consult list just said 'lame chicken'! The owners came in with a large carry cage and inside was a beautiful cockerel! He was indeed lame, probably after having a fight with the other cockerel over their harem of female chickens! Being well handled he didn't attempt to peck me (thankfully) but just crowed at me. He was otherwise in very good condition and clearly well cared for. 'Spirit' the chicken had a swollen and painful knee. After phoning the drug manufacturer for a dose, I was able to give him some anti-inflammatory pain medication to go home with and also prescribed a good rest.
Hopefully 'Spirit' will be fine.
There is never a dull day as a vet!
Seeing this beautiful animal reminded me how lovely chickens actually are. If you have never had the pleasure of seeing a live chicken perhaps you could visit a local 'petting zoo' or farm and take a look. They have chickens at Paradise Wildlife Park who are allowed to roam about... very funny!
Wednesday, 13 August 2008
Friday, 25 July 2008
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Wildlife Heritage Foundation Summer Charity Ball
Last Saturday I attented the Wildlife Heritage Foundation Summer Charity Ball. It was fabulous!
Despite being a bit cold, we walked around the park looking at the animals for about an hour in the evening. Then we were treated to a champagne reception with live African music and a chance to meet some animals close up! There was a beautiful corn snake and a lively skunk (called 'Pepe'!) which we were allowed to hold and also a gorgeous owl (which we couldn't hold!).
Dinner was served in a lovely marquee, beautifully decorated. The food was delicious! Again we were treated to some more African music and dancing too. Dinner was followed by speeches and a raffle and auction to raise money for Wildlife Heritage Foundation (WHF).
WHF is a specialist conservation charity based in Kent, UK. WHF works closely with Paradise Wildlife Park. The main aims of WHF are to educate people in the protection and preservation of Big Cats and the environments in which they live. They also run a breeding centre to maintain genetic diversity of Big Cats which are endangered. The hope is to be able to release these cats back into the wild when their habitats are safe.....
You can find out more about WHF by visiting their website.
Despite being a bit cold, we walked around the park looking at the animals for about an hour in the evening. Then we were treated to a champagne reception with live African music and a chance to meet some animals close up! There was a beautiful corn snake and a lively skunk (called 'Pepe'!) which we were allowed to hold and also a gorgeous owl (which we couldn't hold!).
Dinner was served in a lovely marquee, beautifully decorated. The food was delicious! Again we were treated to some more African music and dancing too. Dinner was followed by speeches and a raffle and auction to raise money for Wildlife Heritage Foundation (WHF).
WHF is a specialist conservation charity based in Kent, UK. WHF works closely with Paradise Wildlife Park. The main aims of WHF are to educate people in the protection and preservation of Big Cats and the environments in which they live. They also run a breeding centre to maintain genetic diversity of Big Cats which are endangered. The hope is to be able to release these cats back into the wild when their habitats are safe.....
You can find out more about WHF by visiting their website.
Wednesday, 23 July 2008
Michelle will 'Bare All' for Elliot Kay on the Radio...!
Inspire A Nation On playvybz.com
'live interview, radio show, life coaching, coaching, buisness advice'
Inspire A Nation is hosted by Elliot Kay on Saturday evenings and I will be this week's guest! Exciting!
click here for more information!
I'll let you know how it goes....
'live interview, radio show, life coaching, coaching, buisness advice'
Inspire A Nation is hosted by Elliot Kay on Saturday evenings and I will be this week's guest! Exciting!
click here for more information!
I'll let you know how it goes....
Tuesday, 22 July 2008
Meet Veterinary Blonde at Paradise Wildlife Park!
If you want a wonderful day out come and join me in paradise!!!
Paradise Wildlife Park is in Hertfordshire and I'll be there to answer all your pet questions on the following dates-
click here for information on the park and directions!
SEE YOU THERE !!!
Lots of love Michelle Shanson, your favourite Veterinary Blonde!
xxx
Paradise Wildlife Park is in Hertfordshire and I'll be there to answer all your pet questions on the following dates-
- 26th July,
- 2nd August,
- 16th August
- and 30th August
click here for information on the park and directions!
SEE YOU THERE !!!
Lots of love Michelle Shanson, your favourite Veterinary Blonde!
xxx
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