VETT 2020 - Small Animal Management and Clinical Procedures

Credit Hours: 0 TO 4

This course will focus on the fundamentals of veterinary nursing knowledge and skills for dogs and cats. Topics will include behavior, nutrition, handling, disease recognition, prevention and treatment as well as other topics associated with canine and feline health. The laboratory exercises will focus on the clinical skills associated with nursing in the small animal practice such as blood draws, catheter placement, bandaging, and CPR. Registration for both the lecture and lab is required. In addition, students will be required to participate in animal care rotations.

Prerequisite: BIOL 2720 and VETT 1010