Animal Science 424 Companion Animal Science Dr. N. Matthew Ellinwood, D.V.M., Ph.D. January 9, 2012 I OWA S TATE U NIVERSITY C OLLEGE OF A GRICULTURE AND.

Animal Science 424Companion Animal Science

Dr. N. Matthew Ellinwood, D.V.M., Ph.D.

January 9, 2012

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES

Answer•Large Munsterlander

Paper Work

• Evaluations– Standard College plus a class specific

questionnaire– One percent extra credit for each type of

evaluation– Blackboard transition

Course Details• Lectures

– Mon. and Wed. 11:00-11:50 p.m. Kildee 107• Laboratories

– Fri. 12:10–1:00 PM, Kildee 25• Textbook

– Available at book store. Online subscriptions possible

Office Hours• N. Matthew Ellinwood

– [email protected]– Open Door Policy– 2356-D Kildee Hall– May need to make

appointment– Formal office hours

• 3-5 Monday

• 2-4 Friday

Administrative Assistant

• Jane Linn• 2356 Kildee Hall• [email protected]• (515) 294-1427

Textbook• Companion Animals by Campbell, Corbin, and

Campbell, 2nd ed.• Available at Bookstore• Good general reference, required• Up to 5% of multiple choice questions may

come from textbook and not have been discussed in class.

• Will be supplemented by class notes and lectures• Used in the 400 level companion animal class• Can purchase it online

Additional Materials

• Library– Vet Med Texts

– General Dog Interest

– Dog Fancy

– Dog Genetics

• Available for overnight and weekend checkout (2356-D Kildee)

Course Content• Emphasis on exotics and advanced cat and

dog issues• Business development

Course Emphasis

• There will be an emphasis on the following skill sets

– Critical thinking skills– Written language skills– Active listening

Student Outcomes• Design feeding programs that are appropriate for the age and class of various

common classes of companion animals

• Distinguish genetic, metabolic and infectious diseases of companion animals

• Assess options to prevent and/or provide therapy and treatment of genetic, metabolic and infectious diseases of companion animals

• Explain behavior problems and useful modification therapies for companion animals

• Manage the reproduction of major companion animals

• Diagnose common reproductive disorders in companion animals

• Choose replacements to the breeding program

• Create breeding programs to create directional, purposeful genetic change for common species of companion animals

• Identify the main management decisions facing a kennel or cattery manager

• Assess the effectiveness of marketing programs for companion animal enterprises

• Design environments that allow desired function of companion animals at various stages of their life cycle

• Assess tax, licensing, business, and other issues associated with a companion animal enterprise

Students are to be informed early in the course and before using animals:• Live animals will be used in the course.• Dead animals will be used in this course (rats, dogs, cats, others).• Species used will include dogs, cats, rabbits, rats, mice, guinea pigs,

hamsters, ferrets, gerbils, and chinchillas.• No invasive procedures will be performed.• No euthanasia will be performed.• Students will not be exposed to potential zoonotic diseases or use of any

other potentially hazardous agents. • Animals within the university is monitored by the University Committee

on Animal Care.• Problems and concerns related to animal use in the course are to be

discussed with the instructor. The department executive officer or the Committee on Animal Care may then be contacted if resolution cannot be reached with the instructor.

• Non-animal instructional methods are not available as an alternative.

Policy for Accommodating Students with Disabilities

• Please address any special needs or special accommodations with me at the beginning of the semester or as soon as you become aware of your needs. Those seeking accommodations based on disabilities should obtain a Student Academic Accommodation Request (SAAR) form from the Disability Resources (DR) office (515-294-6624). DR is located in Room 1076 of the Student Services Building on the main campus. If the student is unwilling to self disclose, the student assumes full responsibility for his/her academic performance.

Academic Dishonesty• Will not be tolerated• Students who have any questions about what constitutes

academic dishonesty should refer to the Policy On Academic Dishonesty, Policies and Procedures On Academic Misconduct Investigations, and Code of Computer Ethics. These policies are contained in the Student Information Handbook., or:

– http://www.dso.iastate.edu/ja/academic/misconduct.html