VTE 210 - Small Animal Care and Handling

3 CR

Animal care in clinics, hospitals, and research laboratories is discussed. Descriptions of care include housing, equipment and management. The laboratory presents the principles of handling, restraint, and common techniques. Pertinent humane issues, professional ethics, and public image will be covered. Unless prior approval is given by the instructor, this course must be taken in conjunction with the accompanying lab (VTE 210L).

Prerequisite(s): enrollment in the Veterinary Technology degree program, BIO 116, CHY 108, CIS 100, MAT 111, and UMA’s communication, humanities, social science, English and writing intensive requirements or approval of the instructor.
Co-requisite(s): VTE 210L.