Pharmacists in zoos? A qualitative study investigating the potential for pharmacist involvement in wildlife health care in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Background: The importance of wildlife health has been critically emphasized by the current global pandemic. Pharmacists play a valuable role in the health care of companion animals and livestock; however, their involvement in exotic animal health is largely unexplored.

Objectives: This project consulted with zoo vets in New Zealand and investigated their practices around prescribing and dispensing of medicines to explore the opportunities for the involvement of pharmacists.