Global Veterinary Experience

Catalog description

In this course, students acquire knowledge of and gain hands-on experience in the care and rehabilitation of a variety of animals in a global setting. Students will learn how to properly handle and examine different animal species. They will perform daily treatments and assist in the rescue and rehabilitation of injured animals. This experience will immerse them in a different culture, exposing them to a variety of animal species and providing them with an opportunity to become engaged global citizens. Lectures include husbandry requirements, normal physical exam criteria and theory relating to the treatment and rehabilitation of these animals. This course involves travel. All travel expenditures are the responsibility of the student. Registration requires Program Director Authorization.