Being a vet is cool, but being a zoo vet is another level! I have a huge passion for wildlife and conservation so I’m really excited to have Dr Justine Shotton back on the show to talk about her career path into her role as Head Vet at Marwell Zoo.  This area of work is so interesting and so important so I knew it would make a great episode. Topics in this episode: Volunteering at wildlife centres in Guatemala The race to protect the turtle eggs The illegal meat trade and trafficking of endangered species Work experience at Bristol Zoo Working in  Botswana with  Cheetahs and Leopards Global threats to conservation The differences between being a GP vet and a zoo vet. The debate and objections to keeping animals in zoos Interesting zoo cases Advice for people considering a career in conservation or zoos You can also find out more about Justine here The Consult Room is a space that celebrates pets and people. Join Dr Paul Manktelow at www.theconsultroom.co.uk or reach out at [email protected]