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Animal curation is a vital and evolving discipline that integrates science, policy, and hands-on care to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare. As the role of zoos, aquaria, sanctuaries, and research facilities expands beyond exhibition to conservation and education, the management of animals under human care has become increasingly scientific. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the organisation, policies, and procedures essential for effective animal care programs. It emphasises evidence-based practices in husbandry, veterinary care, and facility management while prioritising both animal well-being and staff safety. Through detailed chapters and real-world case studies, readers will explore species-specific needs, ethical considerations, and regulatory compliance. Designed for students and professionals in animal science, welfare, and conservation, this book moves beyond basic care, focusing on the concept of 'thriving' rather than mere survival. It is an essential resource for shaping the future of animal management and welfare.

Table of Contents:
Introduction; The Curatio Fundamentorum; My own case study: Mara; Part I. Thriving: 1. Defining thriving; 2. The species-specifics of thriving; 3. Measures of thriving; 4. Barriers to thriving; Case study: animal care in a war zone. Working with the Kabul Zoo, Afghanistan; Part II. External Factors: 5. The environment; 6. Compensation in an artificial environment; Case study: a long and winding career leading to primate canopy trails at the Saint Louis Zoo; Part III. Internal Factors: 7. Psychological and emotional health; 8. Physiological health; 9. Operant conditioning; Case study: using positive reinforcement training to improve heart health for great apes in accredited zoos and beyond; Part IV. Operations: 10. The culture of an animal care organisation; 11. Pitfalls; Case study: ensuring the standards of care at animal sanctuaries; Conclusion; 12. The science of shipbuilding; Case study: a career in primate behaviour; Glossary; Index.

About the Author :
Andrew R. Halloran is an Animal Care and Welfare consultant dedicated to helping zoos and sanctuaries enhance the well-being of animals under human care. Halloran co-founded the Tonkolili Chimpanzee Project, a conservation initiative in Sierra Leone which aims to mitigate conflicts between humans and chimpanzees in anthropogenic landscapes. He is also the author of The Song of the Ape (St Martin's Press, 2022) and Lion Shaped Mountain (Elgin Press, 2021).


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  • ISBN-13: 9781009181532
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Cambridge University Press
  • Language: English
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  • Sub Title: The Science of Care and Welfare
  • ISBN-10: 100918153X
  • Publisher Date: 30 Nov 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 282
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