VETS 132 - Large Animal Care

Credit Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): Enrollment in Veterinary Science Technology Program

This introductory course teaches veterinary technology students the fundamentals of the animal production industry and large animal nursing skills. The course focuses on basic species knowledge, husbandry, physical examination, restraint, equipment and handling safety. The laboratory develops skills in bovine, equine, caprine, ovine and poultry handling as well as performing husbandry for the resident animals at the Large Animal Teaching Facility.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

The student will understand the function farming, the economic importance and understand the structure and components of the meat industry, dairy industry and fiber industry
The student will understand the zoological classification of common large animal species, the breeds and proficiently use terminology associated with large animal species.
The student will understand the potential risks to self and livestock
The student will understand the theory of large animals restraint and plan and rate different forms applied restraint
Tie multiple types of knots to ensure an effective set of tools for large animal restraint
Understand the basic natural instincts of each large animal species
Understand the importance of protecting yourself, veterinary personnel, and clients while handling patients
Apply common methods of large animal restraint safely, efficiently, and effectively
Identify and know the nutritional requirements and feedstuffs commonly used in large animal husbandry and medicine
Know and define the common reproductive procedures and understand the anatomy and physiology related to the reproductive cycle in large animal species.