RESTRAINT AND ANESTHESIA OF EXOTIC ANIMALS

SURGSCI 744

Course Description

Provides advanced, directed anesthetic and restraint techniques for multiple exotic animal species such as rodents, rabbits, amphibians, reptiles, primates, fish and birds. The unique pharmacology and physiology of each species will be emphasized.

Prerequisties

Declared in Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with fourth year standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Offered

Occasionally

Grade Point Average

19.55% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

No change from Historical

A Rate

100%

19.55% from Historical

Class Size

-38.36% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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