Zoo & Exotic Veterinary Sutures Wildlife & Specialist Animal Surgery Aston Pharma

Sutures for Zoo, Wildlife & Exotic Animal Surgery

Zoo and exotic animal procedures present unique anatomical and physiological challenges. Species-specific tissue types, varied healing responses and handling limitations require carefully selected suture materials.

Aston Pharma supplies a comprehensive range suitable for:

Avian surgery

Reptile procedures

Amphibian interventions

Primate surgery

Large carnivore wound repair

Marine mammal soft tissue closure

Specialist wildlife rehabilitation

Materials Available
Nylon (Monofilament Non-Absorbable)

Minimal tissue reaction

Ideal for reptile and avian skin closure

Suitable for removal when post-operative handling is possible

Polypropylene (Prolene-type)

Extremely low tissue reactivity

Suitable for delicate avian or carnivore procedures

Long-term stability in high-movement species

Poliglecaprone 25 (Monocryl-type)

Smooth passage through fine tissue

Excellent for small mammals and birds

Ideal for subcuticular closure

Polydioxanone (PDS-type)

Extended tensile support

Suitable for slower-healing reptile or wildlife species

Reliable deep tissue closure

Polyester & Stainless Steel

High-strength support for large predators or orthopaedic wildlife repair

Typical Size Range

11-0 to 8-0 → Avian & micro-surgery

7-0 to 5-0 → Small exotic mammals

4-0 to 2-0 → Medium exotic species

0 to 2 → Large carnivore & structural repair

Needle Considerations

Micro reverse cutting needles

Fine taper needles for soft tissue

Short curvature profiles

Double-armed microvascular options

Long strand lengths for zoo procedures

Designed For

Minimal tissue trauma

Predictable healing

Species-specific anatomical challenges

Low inflammatory response

Secure wound approximation