Dr Daniela Krause-Erl has worked as a veterinarian for reptiles and small animals in Bavaria for several years. In our interview, she reveals what the corn snake is all about, why reptiles can be complicated patients and why she admires veterinary assistants.
Frau Dr. Daniela Krause-Erl erzählt im Video von ihrer Arbeit.
Dr. K.-E.: In addition to professional competence, a good working relationship with both the animals and the people is crucial for me. This provides valuable information from both, so that together we can find the best possible therapy for the animal.
Dr. K.-E.: For sure! Many colleagues find reptiles difficult to treat, for example. Reptiles take a relatively long time to show symptoms and just as long to recover. However, I see snakes as an exception. Snakes can drive you crazy if they won't eat. I remember a corn snake. We checked everything and she was fine, but she refused to eat. So, we force fed her. Once a week the owner came with the snake and a frozen mouse. You can imagine better things, especially when the frozen mouse bursts open. The third time, the snake did us the favour and ate the mouse herself.
Tierärztin Dr. Daniela Krause-Erl mit ihrem Rüden Moab
Dr. K-E.: Phytotherapy - therapy against diseases with medicinal plants - is of great importance to me. It is not only used as a supplement to other therapies, but also works as the sole therapy option.
Dr. K.-E.: Be curious, have fun and perhaps the most important thing: Feel with them, but please don't suffer with them.
Dr. K.-E.: Independent work, asking questions about important matters, making their own decisions. Above all, I admire them for their kindness towards pet owners, who unfortunately are not always kind to them.
