Zoo Animals Research Study
Moscow Zoo • 2025
Research Team
D.N. Egorov
Chief Veterinarian, Moscow Zoo
K.M. Arsatyan
Exotic Animal Specialist
E.V. Viktorova
Data Analyst
Study Scope
Uniqueness
First large-scale study in Russia of tiletamine-zolazepam combinations in zoo and wild animals.
Studied Animal Species
Carnivores
- • Amur tigers (3 individuals)
- • Leopards (2 individuals)
- • Lynx (4 individuals)
- • Wolves (5 individuals)
Ungulates
- • Red deer (6 individuals)
- • Roe deer (4 individuals)
- • Wild boar (3 individuals)
- • Mouflon (2 individuals)
Primates
- • Orangutans (2 individuals)
- • Chimpanzees (3 individuals)
- • Macaques (8 individuals)
- • Lemurs (3 individuals)
Species-Specific Results
The study showed that Vezotil® is effective in all studied animal species, however requires dosage adjustments depending on species, size, and physiological characteristics. Particularly pronounced effect was observed in carnivorous mammals.
Results by Species
Large Carnivores (tigers, leopards)
Dosage:
3-4 mg/kg body weight
Efficacy:
Excellent (95% success)
Features:
Rapid onset of effect
Primates
Dosage:
8-12 mg/kg body weight
Efficacy:
Good (88% success)
Features:
Requires dose adjustment
Ungulates
Dosage:
2-3 mg/kg body weight
Efficacy:
Very good (92% success)
Features:
Stable results
🦁 Zoo Animals Conclusions
Vezotil® showed high efficacy and safety when used in various zoo animal species, opening new opportunities for veterinary care in zoos and reserves.