Guided Tours of the Veterinary Museum

Description

Visit the only museum of military field veterinary kits in the Czech Republic and discover the history of Czechoslovak military cynology. The veterinary museum showcases field veterinary kits from the equipment of the German, Soviet, and Czechoslovak armies from World War I to the 1950s. It is a unique and authentically preserved testimony to the care of animals serving in military services. Highlights include:
• a kit for detecting and treating animals affected by chemical warfare agents
• a narcotic kit designed for sedating service dogs
• a model pony used as a teaching aid for bridling and saddling a horse
• a Czechoslovak kit for treating carrier pigeons
• current cynological equipment
Visitors will also learn about the current use of the so-called lower castle at Grabštejn and its surroundings by the Czech Army. Those interested in the tour will also become acquainted with the dramatic story of the Grabštejn war hero – the military dog Atos, who participated in a mission in Afghanistan's Logar province.
OPENING DAYS OF THE MUSEUM AND TOUR TIMES:
Tours start at 11 AM and 2 PM.
APRIL
18th - 19th
MAY
23rd - 24th
JUNE
20th - 21st
JULY* 25th - 26th
AUGUST
15th - 16th
SEPTEMBER
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OCTOBER
17th - 18th
* Exceptionally, the veterinary museum will also be open on July 4th in connection with the open house day at the army (at the Military Cynology Center) - times: 12:00, 15:00. Reservations are recommended. Tickets for the tours can also be purchased online: ONLINE SALES