VT 160 Applied Behavior Techniques I (2 credits)
Course Description
Introductory course in a series of three courses on canine and feline behavior. The student will work to socialize and train program dogs and cats while learning about common behavioral problems/solutions seen in the veterinary field.
Course Content
A. Canine and Feline Body Language and Communication
B. Client Education Communications
C. Dog and Cat Training/Enrichment Techniques
Student Outcomes
1. Respond and adapt to canine and feline body language and communication.
2. Identify common canine and feline behavior problems.
3. Discuss the importance of client education regarding dog and cat husbandry and behavior topics.
4. Apply training and conditioning techniques.
Degree Outcomes
Core Ability: Global Citizenship: Graduates will be able to critically examine the relationship between self, community, and/or environments, and to evaluate and articulate potential impacts of choices, actions, and contributions for the creation of sustainable and equitable systems.
Program Outcome: Effectively communicate with veterinary health care team members and clients.
Establish and maintain a work environment that ensures the safety of clients, animals and staff.
Lecture Contact Hours 10
Lab Contact Hours 20
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 30
Potential Methods
A. Written examination
B. Laboratory Practicum
C. Instructor observation
D. Self evaluation
E. Peer group exercises
F. Journal exercises
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