Hard Skills
IntermediateAnimal Restraint and HandlingThe ability to safely and humanely secure animals of various temperaments for physical examinations, blood draws, and medical procedures.
AdvancedSurgical Site PreparationThe technique of clipping hair, scrubbing the skin with antiseptic solutions, and maintaining a sterile field for surgical interventions.
IntermediateLaboratory Sample CollectionProficiency in venipuncture, cystocentesis, and skin scraping to obtain biological samples for diagnostic testing.
AdvancedVeterinary Medication AdministrationCalculating correct dosages and administering medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intravenous routes.