VETC 258 - Animal Handling and Restraint

Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): VETC 101; VETC 110; VETC 256; VETC 256A; VETC 300, BIOL 160; BIOL 160A; BIOL 161; BIOL 161A.
In this course, students acquire knowledge of and gain hands-on experience in the safe and effective handling and restraint of animals. Appropriate techniques are demonstrated and performed using live animals, including dogs, cats and exotic species. Lecture includes husbandry requirements and theory related to the safe handling of a number of species. A service learning project, which requires off-campus travel, is a required part of this course. Registration requires Program Director authorization.