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(6) The student knows the care and management requirements for a variety of small animals. The student is expected to:

(A) discuss the physical characteristics for each species studied;

(B) list the breeds or types of each species studied as appropriate;

(C) discuss the habitat, housing, and equipment needs for each species studied;

(D) compare and contrast nutritional requirements for each species studied;

(E) explain health maintenance in each species studied, including the prevention and control of diseases and parasites;

(F) describe and practice common methods of handling each species studied; and

(G) perform procedures such as fecal and blood testing and basic grooming procedures using available laboratory equipment.

Lesson Plans: 1/25 to 1/29

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Animals in Research

Goal:

To gain basic understanding of the roles and benefits of animals in research.

Description:

Information on roles of animals in research and the benefits different species have provided to humans through research. Students will analyze the policies, laws, and regulations concerning animal research. Students will also learn about animal research supporters, founders and activists.

Objectives:

1. To examine the role of animals in research.

2. To discover the benefits different species have provided to humans through research.

3. To analyze the policies, laws and regulations concerning animal research.

4. To identify animal research supporters, founders and activists.

Assignments:

Assignments will be posted on the Small Animal Management Google Classroom, under the “Assignments” topic of the “Classwork” tab. Please pay attention to all due dates, which will be posted on the assignments along with the instructions for the assignment.

Lesson Plans: 1/18 to 1/22

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Benefits & Responsibilities of Owning Companion Animals

Goal:

To examine the responsibilities of owning companion animals

Description:

Many people do not realize the responsibilities of owning a companion animal. It usually takes a lot more work than they expect. This presentation discusses both the benefits and responsibilities of owning companion animals, as well as the yearly cost of common companion animals. In addition, animals’ roles in society and new pet owner resources are discussed.

Objectives:

1. The student will describe the problems, causes and solutions of animal overpopulation.

2. The student will discuss the human-animal bond and its effects on human health and emotion.

3. The student will explore different roles of animals in society. To locate and provide informational materials on animal-related topics and issues.

Assignments:

Assignments will be posted on the Small Animal Management Google Classroom, under the “Assignments” topic of the “Classwork” tab. Please pay attention to all due dates, which will be posted on the assignments along with the instructions for the assignment.