Small Animal Care 2 (8084)

Small Animal Care 2 (8084)

Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities

Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills

Demonstrating Professional Competencies

Examining All Aspects of an Industry

Addressing Elements of Student Life

Exploring Work-Based Learning

Exploring Leadership Opportunities through FFA

Practicing Leadership Skills

Exploring the Small Animal Care Industry

Promoting Safety in Animal Handling

Exploring Aspects of Companion Animal Training

Performing Grooming Functions

Performing Technical Functions

Performing Maintenance Functions

Exploring First Aid on Animals

Performing Office Functions

Demonstrate creativity and innovation.

Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving.

Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.

Demonstrate integrity.

Demonstrate work ethic.

Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.

Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.

Demonstrate respect for diversity.

Demonstrate customer service skills.

Collaborate with team members.

Demonstrate big-picture thinking.

Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.

Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.

Manage time and resources.

Demonstrate information-literacy skills.

Demonstrate an understanding of information security.

Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.

Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.

Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.

Demonstrate professionalism.

Demonstrate reading and writing skills.

Demonstrate workplace safety.

Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.

Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.

Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.

Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.

Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.

Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.

Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.

Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.

Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.

Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.

Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.

Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.

Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.

Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.

Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.

Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.

Identify the role of supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) in agricultural education.

Participate in an SAE.

Identify the benefits and responsibilities of FFA membership.

Describe leadership characteristics and opportunities as they relate to agriculture and FFA.

Apply for an FFA degree and/or an agricultural proficiency award.

Participate in an FFA community service project.

Describe career opportunities in the companion animal grooming and training industry.

Describe the nature of the work in the companion animal grooming and training industry.

Identify safety considerations related to working in the companion animal grooming and training industry.

Demonstrate respect for and safe treatment of animals in the classroom.

Demonstrate how to safely approach and interact with an animal.

Demonstrate lifting and carrying techniques for animals.

Identify equipment used in handling animals.

Demonstrate animal restraint for bathing and/or grooming.

Explain when an animal may need to be isolated or quarantined.

Describe the importance of socialization and early training for companion animals.

Identify factors to consider in training companion animals.

Describe equipment used for basic obedience training.

Describe various training methods.

Demonstrate various training techniques with a companion animal.

Identify various specialty training categories.

Interpret companion animal behavior.

Describe criteria for earning various certifications for dogs.

Exercise an animal.

Explain owner responsibilities for basic veterinary care and general health maintenance.

Explain ethical and legal issues affecting animal ownership.

Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) for grooming.

Identify grooming tools and equipment.

Develop a grooming itinerary.

Use grooming tools and equipment.

Manage fleas.

Explain tick removal and prevention.

Prepare shampoos and creme rinses.

Bathe an animal.

Dry an animal.

Trim nails.

Manage an animal’s coat.

Clean ears.

Clip coat with electric clippers.

Trim coat with grooming shears.

Perform final comb-out.

Perform finishing touches.

Perform oral hygiene practices.

Weigh the animal.

Observe the animal for abnormalities.

Evaluate vital signs.

Demonstrate the preparation of a fecal sample.

Record completion of daily animal care duties.

Demonstrate how to administer medication.

Explain water needs and maintenance of small animals.

Explain how to clean, sanitize, and store laundry.

Disinfect sink/tub.

Disinfect small animal quarters.

Disinfect animal treatment area.

Clean floors.

Change the trash liner.

Describe the types of disposal methods within a facility.

Explain the disposal of hazardous materials.

Provide appropriate types of bedding.

Explain the concept of first aid and its importance to the veterinary field.

Describe the components of a pet first-aid kit and the uses of each.

Describe how to prioritize common emergencies.

Identify common situations and conditions requiring first aid.

Demonstrate how to administer first aid.

Identify local resources for animal care.

Maintain supplies.

Maintain equipment.

Demonstrate professional communication practices.

Schedule an appointment.

Perform client check-in and check-out procedures.

Identify legal forms used in the training and grooming business.

Maintain animal and owner identification.

Maintain animal records and other files.

Explain procedures for handling monetary transactions in the veterinary business (e.g., veterinary medical services, grooming, and boarding).