Small Animal Care

TESAC: Small Animal Care

TESAC.A: Employment Skills

TESAC.B: Safety and the Supervised Agricultural Experience Program (SAEP)

TESAC.C: Domesticated and Companion Animals

TESAC.D: Safe Management of Small Animals

TESAC.E: Small Animal Industry

TESAC.F: Pet Animals

TESAC.G: Animal Rights and Animal Welfare

TESAC.H: Animal Digestive Systems

TESAC.I: Animal Reproductive Systems

TESAC.J: Dog Management

TESAC.K: Cat Management

TESAC.L: Rabbit Management

TESAC.M: Cavy Management

TESAC.N: Reptile Management

TESAC.O: Bird Management

TESAC.P: Aquatic Animal Management

TESAC.A.1: demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry

TESAC.B.2: work safely in the agriculture lab and at work sites, demonstrate selected competencies in leadership through the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and agricultural industry organizations; develop plans for a SAEP

TESAC.C.3: examine the history of animal domestication and human and companion animal relationships

TESAC.D.4: identify and analyze safety issues involved with managing small animals

TESAC.E.5: describe the importance of the small animal industry to the economy of the United States

TESAC.F.6: describe elements of responsible pet ownership

TESAC.G.7: distinguish between animal rights and animal welfare

TESAC.H.8: describe the digestive system of small animals

TESAC.I.9: describe basic animal reproduction

TESAC.J.10: investigate the development of the dog, classify the different types and breeds of dogs, and describe care and management of dogs

TESAC.K.11: investigate the development of the cat, classify different types and breeds of cats, and describe care and management of cats

TESAC.L.12: describe the production and management of rabbits for food and as companion animals

TESAC.M.13: describe animals within the Cavia genus and their care requirements

TESAC.N.14: describe and characterize reptiles and how to care for them, including rehoming

TESAC.O.15: describe proper care and characteristics of birds as pets

TESAC.P.16: define and explain the nature and care of aquatic pets

TESAC.A.1.a: communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, and interpersonal abilities

TESAC.A.1.b: demonstrate creativity by asking challenging questions and applying innovative procedures and methods

TESAC.A.1.c: exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze and apply information in career planning and employment situations

TESAC.A.1.d: model work readiness traits required for success in the workplace including integrity, honesty, accountability, punctuality, time management, and respect for diversity

TESAC.A.1.e: apply the appropriate skill sets to be productive in a changing, technological, diverse workplace to be able to work independently and apply team work skills

TESAC.A.1.f: present a professional image through appearance, behavior, and language

TESAC.B.2.a: explain the role of the agricultural education program and the FFA in personal development

TESAC.B.2.b: demonstrate knowledge learned through a SAEP

TESAC.B.2.c: develop leadership and personal development skills through participation in the FFA

TESAC.B.2.d: explore career opportunities in veterinary medicine and small animal care through the FFA and the agricultural education program

TESAC.B.2.e: explore the professional agricultural organizations associated with the course content

TESAC.C.3.a: describe the history of animal domestication

TESAC.C.3.b: explain the need of humans to have companion animals

TESAC.C.3.c: describe the ways in which humans make use of companion animals

TESAC.D.4.a: list and discuss zoonotic diseases and the mode of transmission

TESAC.D.4.b: explain the safety precautions used to prevent disease transmission

TESAC.D.4.c: state the proper handling procedures of small animals

TESAC.D.4.d: identify health problems that can result from small animal bites and scratches

TESAC.E.5.a: identify and describe career opportunities available in small animal production

TESAC.E.5.b: explain the uses of small animals for purposes other than for companion animals

TESAC.E.5.c: explain supply and demand pertaining to the small animal industry in the United States

TESAC.F.6.a: list and explain the factors involved in choosing a pet

TESAC.F.6.b: compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of pet ownership

TESAC.F.6.c: analyze the importance of proper pet health care

TESAC.F.6.d: explain the concept and responsibility of euthanasia

TESAC.G.7.a: define and differentiate between animal welfare and animal rights

TESAC.G.7.b: research and evaluate current issues regarding animal rights and animal welfare

TESAC.H.8.a: identify and label the components of a simple animal stomach system

TESAC.H.8.b: identify  and describe how enzymes are produced in the digestive system

TESAC.H.8.c: describe the function of the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine

TESAC.H.8.d: explain how nutrients are used by the animal's body

TESAC.H.8.e: compare and contrast the nutritional differences of mammals and reptiles

TESAC.I.9.a: identify and describe the major parts and functions of the female and male reproductive systems

TESAC.I.9.b: compare the gestation periods for different companion animals

TESAC.I.9.c: explain the process of parturition

TESAC.I.9.d: compare the nutritional needs of pregnant, non-pregnant, and lactating females

TESAC.I.9.e: explain the importance of neutering and spaying non-breeding animals

TESAC.J.10.a: explain the ancestry of the domesticated dog

TESAC.J.10.b: summarize the characteristics of dogs that make them desirable as a companion animal

TESAC.J.10.c: research and explain how different breeds of dogs were developed

TESAC.J.10.d: explain how dogs are classified according to use and size

TESAC.J.10.e: identify and analyze the nutritional needs of dogs

TESAC.J.10.f: develop a vaccination program for dogs

TESAC.J.10.g: describe the various grooming techniques used for dogs

TESAC.J.10.h: describe different methods for training dogs

TESAC.K.11.a: explain the ancestry of the domesticated cat

TESAC.K.11.b: summarize the characteristics of cats that make them desirable as a companion animal

TESAC.K.11.c: research and explain how different breeds of cats were developed

TESAC.K.11.d: explain how cats are classified, including according to hair length and color

TESAC.K.11.e: identify and analyze the nutritional needs of cats

TESAC.K.11.f: develop a vaccination program for cats

TESAC.K.11.g: describe the difficulties encountered when training cats

TESAC.L.12.a: classify rabbits according to fur length, use, and ear type

TESAC.L.12.b: differentiate a meat type rabbit from other breeds

TESAC.L.12.c: compare and contrast management practices used in raising rabbits

TESAC.L.12.d: identify the characteristics of rabbits that make them desirable as companion animals

TESAC.L.12.e: explain the care, facility, and environmental needs of a companion rabbit

TESAC.L.12.f: identify the nutritional needs of rabbits

TESAC.L.12.g: develop a vaccination plan for rabbits

TESAC.M.13.a: summarize the characteristics of a cavie

TESAC.M.13.b: summarize characteristics of Cavia animals such as: gerbil, hamster, and guinea pig

TESAC.M.13.c: describe the housing needs of cavies

TESAC.M.13.d: identify the nutritional needs of cavies

TESAC.M.13.e: describe a disease prevention program for cavies

TESAC.N.14.a: identify and compare the four orders of reptiles

TESAC.N.14.b: explain the differences between mammals and reptiles

TESAC.N.14.c: describe the advantages and disadvantages of having reptiles for pets, including proper procedures for rehoming

TESAC.N.14.d: describe safety precautions used in handling reptiles

TESAC.N.14.e: identify the nutritional requirements of reptiles

TESAC.N.14.f: identify and describe three diseases that affect reptiles

TESAC.N.14.g: summarize the hibernation process

TESAC.O.15.a: summarize the characteristics of birds and behaviors of birds as pets

TESAC.O.15.b: identify and describe the types and breeds of birds that make good companion animals

TESAC.O.15.c: describe the importance of purchasing birds from a reputable dealer

TESAC.O.15.d: explain the housing needs of birds

TESAC.O.15.e: describe the nutritional needs of birds

TESAC.O.15.f: describe the procedure used to clip a bird's wing

TESAC.O.15.g: develop a vaccination program for birds

TESAC.O.15.h: describe the need for bio-security of fowl diseases and the impact on the industry, other fowl, and humans

TESAC.P.16.a: summarize the importance and characteristics of a quality aquatic environment

TESAC.P.16.b: compare and contrast the differences between freshwater and saltwater fishes and warm water and cold water fish

TESAC.P.16.c: list and provide examples of the equipment needed to raise aquatic pets

TESAC.P.16.d: compare and contrast the differences in caring for saltwater and freshwater fish

TESAC.P.16.e: describe the nutritional needs of aquatic pets

TESAC.P.16.f: identify and describe the common diseases and their treatments for aquatic pets

TESAC.P.16.g: discuss the reproductive process in aquaculture