For more information, please contact Dave Prentiss, Executive Director, BPZS (508) 991-4536 x 12
(New Bedford-) The Buttonwood Park Zoo announced today that the Association of Zoo Veterinary Technicians has chosen the zoo to host its 2008 national conference. Buttonwood Park Zoo was chosen in a competitive process in which other zoos in the United States sought to hold the conference. Buttonwood Park Zoo’s proposal was written and promoted by its veterinary technician, Tina DeMedeiros.
“I would like to thank my vet tech colleagues for supporting this proposal,” stated Ms. DeMedeiros. “I’d also like to thank the Buttonwood Park Zoological Society for its support in helping defray the costs of hosting the conference. I can’t wait to show off our zoo and our city to all my colleagues from around the country.”
The Association of Zoo Veterinary Technicians was founded in 1981 and has over 400 members. It is dedicated to promoting and improving professional standards among zoo veterinary technicians, providing a forum for the presentation and exchange of expertise and methodology, and educating the public and increasing the appreciation of the bond between human beings and all life on earth. Ms. DeMedeiros was also elected President-elect of the organization.
Buttonwood Park Zoo features over 250 animals and 30 exhibits, including elephants, bison, mountain lions, bears, eagles, seals, otters, and farm animals. Called “one of the finest small zoos in the United States” by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association, the Zoo also offers train rides and pony rides (seasonal). Conveniently located at the intersection of I-195 and Rt. 140 in historic New Bedford, Massachusetts. Open seven days a week, 10 am to 5 pm. Learn more at www.bpzoo.org or call (508) 991-6178.