Our handling practicals offer veterinary, animal care, and biology students the perfect opportunity to gain practical experience working with reptiles and amphibians. They receive hands-on training in safe handling, sex determination, and transport methods, all within an animal-friendly and respectful framework.

These sessions are excellent preparation for future careers in veterinary medicine, animal care, or research.

The practicals are led by experienced specialists, ensuring professional guidance and a valuable learning experience every time.

The general topics:

- Habituation to handling cold-blooded animals

- Handling cold-blooded species in the practice or in the field

- Handling techniques and safety protocols

- General sex determination

- Stress reduction during handling

- Appropriate capture & transport techniques