VET 2114 Exotic & Pocket Pet Health & Disease
The student will learn about care and handling of exotic animals and pocket pets such as pet birds, hamsters, guinea pigs, reptiles, ferrets, rabbits, etc. As a Veterinary Technician, they may be required to educate clients as to the care and feeding of such pets as well as handle these pets when they come into a veterinary hospital. This course is taught in an online format, but may have one or more scheduled virtual class times for presentations. Check with your instructor for more information.
Division: Health Sciences
Department: Veterinary Technology
Repeatable Credit: No
Offered Online: No
Prereqs: Restricted to Majors
Outcomes
- Given a type of animal, the student will be able to identify an appropriate diet including specific nutritional needs for that animal.
- Given a type of animal, the student will correctly choose the appropriate environment, including specific features, that will lead to health and longevity in that animal.
- Given a particular species, the student will correctly identify common diseases, preventive measures, and treatment for that animal.
Credit Hours: 1
Classroom Hours: 1