Animal Science 382 - Small Animal Nursing
Spring
2026
01
3.00
Nuno Carreiro
TU TH 10:00AM 11:15AM
UMass Amherst
75195
Lederle Grad Res Tower Rm 171
ncarreiro@umass.edu
An overview of small animal nursing skills and technical procedures commonly performed by veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants in a private practice setting with a focus on the canine and feline patient. Topics include an introduction to the types of veterinary practices, veterinary medical records, patient medical history and physical exam, restraint and handling, preventative health programs, sampling and diagnostics techniques, medical and surgical nursing, veterinary dentistry, and emergency and critical care.
Open to junior and senior Animal Science & Pre-Veterinary majors. ANIMLSCI 220 w/ C