"This groundbreaking surgery emphasizes the integral role of expert veterinary medical care in zoological facilities," Dr. Michele Goodman said in the release.
"It can take a village to raise a child, and sometimes this is true even if they have quills," said veterinarian Dr. Garrett Fraess, offering a tip of the hat to the team that came together to help Maizey and her baby survive and thrive.
Veterinarians and wildlife conservationists are now celebrating the success of Maizey's delivery as a feat of veterinary science. "For the North American porcupine, this procedure represents a significant step forward to improve long-term survival."
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