Students learn to interpret natural animal behaviours as they relate to safe handling, restraint and management practices. Students examine and learn how to employ low stress techniques that result in a positive experience for both the animal and the handler. Students acquire knowledge of restraint techniques used in the veterinary industry for common domestic species. Prerequisites: VTEC 1201 with a minimum grade of C and VTEC 1693 with a minimum grade of C Exclusion: ANHD 1130
Students learn to interpret natural animal behaviours as they relate to safe handling, restraint and management practices. Students examine and learn how to employ low stress techniques that result in a positive experience for both the animal and the handler. Students acquire knowledge of restraint techniques used in the veterinary industry for common domestic species. Prerequisites: VTEC 1201 with a minimum grade of C and VTEC 1693 with a minimum grade of C Exclusion: ANHD 1130