Mozzachio Mobile Veterinary Services, NC

Description of Elective Experience

To learn as much as possible related to the veterinary care of pet pigs - for which there are very few options! Including but not limited to: handling & restraint, behavior, nutrition, basic maintenance care (physical exam, hoof trim, tusk trim, vaccinations, blood collection), +/- surgery such as castration or spay if available.

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.

Mozzachio Mobile Veterinary Services is a 1-doctor practice. A veterinary assistant may or may not accompany the group on house call visits. Equipment includes all that is necessary to handle/treat pet pigs - Panepinto pig sling, portable isoflurane machine, hoof/tusk trimming equipment. The practice is unique and one-of-a-kind. There are also Powerpoint presentations for the student to review to become familiar wtih pet pig medicine.

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?

The student will be performing hands-on pet pig veterinary care under the supervision of Dr. Mozzachio; some travel is involved as the mobile practice serves several states. Working days vary but typically include weekend days when more owners are available for house call visits. Hours/week vary as well but usually no more than 40/week.

Supervisor
Kristie Mozzachio
Contact email
Address

110 Merlot Lane
Hillsborough, NC 27278
United States

Is student housing available?
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week
40
Global engagement opportunity
No
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