The SCARF Nutrition Residency Program is now accepting applications by qualified institutions to help train the next generation of zoo nutritionists. See the NAG Note listing or the ZNF SCARF section of the website...
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The following body condition scoring (BCS) scales have been obtained from a variety of sources. We have credited the authors where we can, and encourage you to submit newly developed or modified scales or...
The most appropriate diet for your animal is one that accounts for its nutritional, husbandry, behavioral, and clinical needs as well as individual preferences.
Therefore, we do not publish “standard” diets. Instead, we provide resources to help nutritionists develop diets.
We strongly encourage you to consult with or hire a zoo nutritionist to develop an appropriate diet plan for your animal.
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