Beijing Raptors Podcast: Meet the Scientist

Meet veterinarian Kati Loeffler:

Kati rescuing a dog after the Sichuan earthquake in May 2008. Photo Credit: IFAW

Where do you work?

The International Fund for Animal Welfare.

What do you study?

My work is principally capacity building in veterinary medicine, animal husbandry and general care of animals to ensure the well-being of both animals and people. I work with domestic animals as well as with captive wildlife throughout the world.

What three titles would you give yourself?

Veterinarian, animal health manager, scientist.

What do you like to do when you are not working?

Work. Read about disappearing and suffering animals. Rant at anyone who can be asked to care.

What do you like most about science?

The need to do it.