This course is designed to focus on the most common exotic animals kept as pets. Anatomical and physiological differences between exotic animal pets and other domestic animals will be discussed. Principles of husbandry, handling and clinical techniques will be covered. Review of common diseases and the types of treatment of those common diseases will be covered. Laws governing the ownership of exotic animal pets will be discussed.
Instructor(s):
Daniel P. Young
Credits:
3
Level:
Undergraduate
Semester(s) offered:
Spring
Campus:
Amherst
Mt. Ida
Pre-requisites:
none
Co-requisites:
Notes:
This course will be webcast live from the Mt. Ida Campus for students to take on the Amherst campus.
Veterinary and Animal Sciences