Improved training in wildlife utilisation of veterinarians in Uganda

Training of veterinarians in animal resource management in Uganda have so far over-depended on traditional professional profiles based on conventional utilisation patterns. Critical analysis of existing resource-flows and innovative design of more appropriate and integrated utilisation models will be required to meet future increased quantitative and qualitative demands from resources and veterinary resource personnel. Ecological epidemiological and socio-economic approaches to integrated and sustainable utilisation must be given priority and have to be supplemented by conventional veterinary intervention. Examples of more appropriate demand-driven intervention approaches are provided. Practical field training supported by experts is crucial to realise utilisation opportunities.