With continued improvements in diagnostic testing capabilities for exotic species, are you up to date with which samples are needed to investigate your differentials list?

This online, lecture-based course explores disease investigations of exotic pets, zoo species and wildlife, specifically focusing on the sampling approach for commonly encountered diseases in these uncommonly encountered species. Through the use of case-based examples, the course will highlight which samples can be taken, both non-invasively and invasively, to test for specific infectious and non-infectious diseases in birds, reptiles and small mammals. Presented through the lens of a pathologist, course notes will provide delegates with information about sample collection and storage with the goal of improve diagnostic test accuracy and subsequently patient care. As every sample counts with these patients, forming a strong understanding of why you’re taking the sample is key to maximising success.

Why do this course?
This course aims to increase delegate confidence when working up exotic or zoo species cases, specifically related to sampling for diagnostic testing. By the end of this introduction, delegates are expected to have a better understanding of what constitutes appropriate samples from non-traditional species, with the goal of improving the diagnostic accuracy of the pathologist receiving these samples. Sampling exotic patients can be stressful, difficult and unrewarding, and so making sure the right samples are being taken and stored appropriately is important to increase diagnostic success.

Pre-recorded webinars available to view prior to a live Q&A with tutor on Monday 2nd November 2026 at 1:30pm London time.