Peter Emily International Veterinary Dental Foundation (PEIVDF)

The foundation represented by and embarked on a trip to to assess and treat their resident lion “LJ”. LJ presented with three complicated crown/root fractures. Three root canals were completed without complication and we look forward to seeing LJ happier and healthier. ⁣
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The foundation would like to thank the vets of and for their expertise, attention to detail and hospitality. ⁣
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Spanning over 200 acres, South wick’s Zoo is New England’s largest zoological experience. Southwick’s is home to over 850 animals in naturalistic habitats including lions, tigers, giraffes, chimpanzees, white rhinos, two-toed sloths, and more.

Many thanks to for allowing our Director of Public Relations to speak on behalf of the foundation.
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We wish the students continued success on the road to graduation and in their veterinary medicine endeavors. Our sincere hope is that you leave with a better understanding of veterinary dentistry and a desire to learn more. 💉💊

Quick mission to to address some immediate needs and evaluate interesting pathology. It’s always a pleasure working with the veterinary team and animal care staff of In-Sync. The foundation is eternally grateful for the opportunity and humbled in the presence of such magnificent animals. 💉💊

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⁣As we enter into into the new year the foundation would like to thank all of the sanctuaries, zoos, care staff and veterinarians for their tireless efforts to save the lives of so many exotics animals. ⁣
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The foundation would also like to thank all of our donors and supporters for without you our missions would not be successful. ⁣
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We participated in 13 missions to 9 different sanctuaries in 2023. We treated 98 patients representing 27 different species. We completed 115 extractions, 26 root canals, 36 restorations, 2 biopsies and few gingival procedures. All completed by the hearts, hands and minds of a dedicated few. ⁣
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The foundation has a bright future and we look forward to the challenges of 2024 and hope to exceed 2023 totals in our effort to continue living out the legacy of Dr. Peter Emily. 💉💊

is a day dedicated to giving back. ⁣
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Please join us in making a difference. Your support allows us to provide advanced dental care to a vast array of zoos and sanctuaries across the country and abroad. ⁣
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Make a difference today and everyday by making one time or monthly donation at our website (https://peteremilyfoundation.org/). ⁣
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We rely solely on the support of donors like you. We need your help to continue providing treatement and to expand the roster of sanctuaries we serve. ⁣
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Onward to 2024!

Our first mission to was a resounding success with 7 patients treated including Spotted Hyena, Coati, Ring-Tailed Lemur, Serval, Silver Fox and a Wolfdog!
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Aikman Wildlife Adventure located in Arcola Illinois is host to over 220 animals comprised of over 90 different species native to six different continents.⁣
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Aikman Wildlife Adventures’ mission is to provide ⁣the highest quality of life possible to all wildlife in need, while maintaining a family-friendly environment through interaction, education and conservation.⁣
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Many thanks to for always providing their expertise in anesthesia and Aikman Wildlife Adventures for taking wonderful care of their residents. They were wonderful hosts and hope to lend assistance in the future!

Please join the foundation in conjunction with for our annual silent and live auction. We have a several exciting items up for bid! See you in Lousiville!!

No matter day, time or number of patients the foundation will answer the call! We would like to thank our friends for hosting and for their short visit to treat their new resident black bear and returning patient Prince. Patients are recovering and doing well all thanks to the fine staff of Black Pine Animal Sanctuary.

Our 2 day mission to beloved is complete. We saw twelve patients that included tigers, foxes, a cougar, and a serval. Procedures included root canals, extractions, radiographic surveys and clinical exams. ⁣
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Our partnership with continues to be fruitful with active participants that got hands on experience in anesthesia, endodontics, oral surgery and oral examinations taught from the expert teams of EFRC, and PEIVDF. ⁣
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Thank you to and EFRC for the wonderful dinner, hospitality and continued support of the foundation.

And thats a wrap! Our mission to sanctuary is complete. We would like to thank their expert team for their hospitality and dedication to their residents. ⁣
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Today , and students treated 4 long tailed macaques and 1 Olive Baboon. Our patients are recovering well and now living with pain free mouths. ⁣
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Thank you to our students for their participation and eagerness to learn. We are forever grateful for our partnership with and their ability to provide motivated participants.

Day 1 sanctuary is complete! students with the help of , , and the expert staff of Peacable Primates had hands experience with intubation, scaling and root planing and prophylaxis. All total 2 olive baboons, 2 yellow baboons, and 3 long tailed macaques were treated and now living with healthier mouths. Looking forward to Day 2! ⁣
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The mission of Peaceable Primate Sanctuary is to provide a retirement home for baboons and macaques that have been retired from universities or rescued from roadside zoos and private ownership. Here they receive nutritious meals, veterinarian care, daily enrichment, and the chance to have many new and exciting experiences.

Day 1 is complete. and representing the foundation completed necessary extractions on two chimpanzees today and patients are recovering nicely. We would like to thank .draa_ our student for this mission on her willingness to learn and readiness to jump in. Onward to Day 2!

Help us congratulate and on presenting this important topic to oral health. This webinar is the first in a two-part series on State Quitlines and will inform oral health professionals on how to leverage their tobacco/vaping cessation services.

Another mission completed for . All patients are recovering well and living with healthier pain free mouths. Again we want to thank for their expert care and hospitality and to for lending a helping hand. We looking forward to helping again when needed!

Day 1 is in the books for the foundation with 5 extractions and three root canals competed. We would like to thank the expert team of for the care they provide their residents and hospitality to their guests. Looking forward to Day 2! ⁣
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Established in 1980, The Wild Animal Sanctuary (TWAS) is a state and federally licensed zoological facility and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our educational facility is located outside of Keenesburg, Colorado, 30 miles northeast of Denver, on 1,214 acres of rural, rolling grasslands, sheltering more than 750 large carnivores! TWAS is the largest and oldest sanctuary of its kind in the World. ⁣
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For the past 40+ years, TWAS has responded to more than 1,000 requests from private citizens and government agencies to rescue animals from across the United States and other countries. Their resident animals were abandoned, abused, kept illegally or were victims or other terrible situations. Most were the pets of private citizens, but were confiscated by law enforcement officials for being in illegal or abusive situations. Others were surplus animals from zoos and other wildlife facilities, where they faced euthanasia due to over-breeding, overcrowding or closure due to inadequate finances.⁣
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Their 750+ residents include Tigers, African Lions, Black Bears, Grizzly Bears, Mountain Lions, Leopards, Wolves, Hyenas, African Servals, Bobcats, Foxes, Lynx, Coyotes, Coati Mundi, Kangaroos, Wallabies, Raccoon, Ostriches, Emu, Camels, Alpacas, Yaks, Horses, Donkeys and rescued dogs and cats.

If you’re in need or have an emergency will make the trip even on short notice. With a mere two weeks to plan and Dr. Barron Hall () journeyed to treat big cats in need. ⁣
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After multiple airline delays they arrived to at 4pm and worked until 8pm on Saturday and then back at it at 7am Sunday. We would like to thank the tireless staff of In-Sync for their commitment to the foundation and willingness to accommodate the late arrival in order to assess and treat their residents. We would also like to thank Dr. Tim Tristan DVM and his team for excellent anesthesia protocols. ⁣
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Two lions and a liger were treated and three root canals were completed. All patients are recovering, doing well, and now living with healthy pain-free mouths. We hope next time the airlines cooperate!⁣

On July 1 the foundation traveled to for the first time. “Primarily Primates, Inc. (PPI) is a not-for-profit animal sanctuary in Bexar County, Texas, providing permanent, lifetime care and housing for rescued animals, mostly primates.⁣
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The 300+ animals living at PPI in permanent residence have been saved from biomedical research, the pet trade, and/or the entertainment industry. Now, animal residents including chimpanzees, lemurs, small primates, kinkajous, birds, and farmed animals enjoy the peace true sanctuary brings. PPI was founded in 1978, making it the first primate sanctuary in North America and the first to rescue chimpanzees requiring lifetime care following medical research.⁣
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PPI cares for each animal individually and holistically, focusing on both physical and psychological health. As a true sanctuary, PPI is not open to the general public and does not breed, sell, trade, or use animals commercially. A community of supporters and collaborators keeps PPI energized and maintained.⁣
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PPI is accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries and is committed to compassionate and appropriate zoological care. These animals get to live the rest of their lives with dignity, experience proper social environments, and make choices about how they want to spend their days.”⁣
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Representing the foundation were Dr. Hall ( )and Dr. Dyer (). Their day began at 8am with the first patient and ended with the 18th patient at 8pm. Multiple extractions, root canals and restorative treatments were rendered. It was an impressive day all made possible by the animal care staff of the sanctuary and impressive anesthesia protocols delivered by . We cannot thank Dr. East and her team for connecting us with this beautiful sanctuary and keeping everyone safe. ⁣
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We would encourage and welcome all sanctuaries, zoos, etc…to utilize the expertise and maximize time given by the foundation as seen here. We are here to serve, so let’s work!

Another successful mission for the foundation to is in the books. The foundation welcomed 2nd yr. vet student for hands on experience and she performed brilliantly. Thank you to the animal care staff and veterinarians of Save the Chimps for their hospitality and keen focus on the well being of their residents. We will see you in September!

The foundation is calling for one student to join us for our two day mission. Please follow links within the post for more information on eligibility, tuition, etc….

The foundation would like to thank for allowing our President, to speak on the benefits of to your alliance. We hope this leads to treating more of your respective populations and we are forever grateful for the inclusion in your program.

The foundation had an amazing first day . 3 tigers, a bobcat and 2 foxes were treated and all recovering well. students were inquisitive and participated in many firsts! Thankful for our partnership with and the hospitality of

Day 2 was a success! Dr. Hall () and completed 5 extractions on two chimpanzees to round out their trip to . We want to thank their expert team and staff for their hospitality and can’t wait to see you in June!

Day 2 is a wrap! We want to thank and keepers for their hospitality, for proving excellent anesthesia and for sending another fine group of students that were eager and willing to get to work. Next up for the foundation is so stay tuned!

Last week two of our doctors ventured across the border to Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary in Ontario, Canada. It was our first time visiting the sanctuary and we received a warm welcome from the staff and residents.
The list of patients treated included rhesus macaques, baboons,
lemurs, and capuchin monkeys!

We are heartbroken to share that Dr. Peter Emily peacefully passed away early this morning. Dr. Emily was a friend and a mentor to so many and a giant in the field of veterinary dentistry. His work revolutionized how we approach dental disease in animals large and small and has impacted more lives than we can count. And through the foundation that he created he has ensured that rescued exotic animals living in sanctuaries throughout the nation are able to live happier and healthier lives.

His work will live on in all of those whom he trained and mentored and the animals whose lives will be forever changed. You will be missed dearly, Dr. Emily.

Next month we head to Canada!! We will be visiting Storybook Farm, a beautiful primate sanctuary in Ontario, to take care of some of their residents. They are home to macaques, spider monkeys, lemurs, and baboons! Check out some of our patients for the weekend. We're thrilled that we connected with this sanctuary and that we are able to help some of their residents with their dentistry needs. 😊

Our small crew that went to the wonderful In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center last Saturday had a BUSY day with five patients including tigers Pasha and Smuggler. One root canal therapy and lots of extractions of bad teeth!

Please make a donation today so that we can help even more animals live healthier and happier lives!

Another successful weekend at Peaceable Primate Sanctuary! This wonderful sanctuary in Indiana is home to baboons that were previously used in the entertainment industry, medical research, and private ownership.
Our doctors took care of the dental needs of nine of their residents, performing oral exams and dental radiographs on all of the patients and a total of four root canal therapies and 18 tooth extractions

Happy Mother's Day from PEIVDF 🥰

Well, it was another successful weekend at Exotic Feline Rescue Center addressing the dental needs of twelve of their resident cats! Part of our mission is education and we were thrilled to have so many students from the University of Illinois Veterinary School join us as observers. And thank you to the team from the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital for running anesthesia on the patients. They always do a fantastic job!

See below for a photo of most of the PEIVDF crew in front of a different kind of cat 😁