VOICED: Lenses give animals new lease of life

The video discusses Bonnie, a nearly blind 10-year-old dachshund, who undergoes a lens implant surgery to restore her vision. The surgery, performed in Germany, costs €2000 and is successful for Bonnie. However, the procedure is not always effective, especially in cases involving retinal diseases or glaucoma. SMB Technologies, a company established last year, is expanding and has successfully performed the surgery on various animals, including a sea lion and a kangaroo. The surgery significantly improves the quality of life for animals, but it has limitations depending on the underlying eye conditions.

What was the main problem faced by Bonnie, the dachshund?

• She was unable to smell.

• She was unable to hear.

• She was nearly blind.

• She had difficulty walking.

What is the cost of the lens implantation surgery for Bonnie?

• €2000

• €1500

• €2500

• €1000

Why might the lens implantation surgery not be effective?

• If the animal is too old.

• If the animal has retinal diseases or glaucoma.

• If the animal is too young.

• If the animal is allergic to the lenses.

What is the primary goal of SMB Technologies?

• To create new animal toys.

• To train animals for performances.

• To improve the quality of life for animals through eye surgery.

• To develop new animal foods.

Which exotic animals have benefited from the surgery?

• An elephant and a zebra.

• A panda and a giraffe.

• A dolphin and a tiger.

• A sea lion and a blind kangaroo.