VCM 625: Zoological Companion Mammal Medicine

Course Description

Zoological Companion Mammal Medicine is an elective course for veterinary students in their third year of the veterinary curriculum or graduate students. Students will learn clinical aspects of comparative anatomy, physiology, husbandry and handling of zoological companion mammal species encountered in companion zoological practice including rodents (Guinea Pigs, rats, hamsters, chinchillas), lagomorph (domestic rabbit), marsupials (sugar glider), carnivores (ferret), and more (African pygmy hedgehogs). The most commonly encountered diseases of these species will also be discussed. 1 graduate hour. 1 professional hour. Approved for Letter and S/U grading. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the 3rd year veterinary curriculum.