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Veterinary Science Projects

Veterinary Science

    What you can do in this project:

  • Understand animals basic needs
  • Keep health records
  • Learn about future veterinary science technology

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    Suggested Age:       Beginner to Intermediate

The Normal Animal

    What you can do in this project:

  • Take an animal’s temperature and pulse
  • Recognize healthy skin and membranes
  • Clean and disinfect animals quarters

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    Suggested Age:       Beginner

Animal Disease

    What you can do in this project:

  • Study bacteria, viruses and parasites
  • Learn about diseases’ relationship to nutrition, stress, heredity and poision
  • Learn basic disease prevention techniques

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    For Leaders:

    Suggested Age:       Intermediate to Advanced

Animal Health and its Relationship to Our World

    What you can do in this project:

  • Study environmental influences on animal health
  • Learn about maintaining animal health
  • Explore veterinary medicine as a career

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    Suggested Age:       Advanced

Veterinary Science References and Forms