Small Animal Science and Care 2e, Online Textbook
Small Animal Science and Care provides today’s educators and their students with a new and refreshing comprehensive resource for this growing industry, covering topics that are timely and relate to student interests, such as animal welfare, the roles of animals in society, animal nutrition, and pet first aid. This fresh approach to small animal care appeals to and engages today’s high school students with up-to-date information and full-color images. The text also introduces students to a range of careers available in the small animal industry through real-life SAE for All Profiles and Career Connections that include education requirements and current salary ranges. This title helps students develop a deeper understanding of career opportunities, industry expectations, and knowledge and skills related to the care of small animals to prepare for entry-level positions in the industry or for more advanced studies in veterinary science.
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Small Animal Science and Care 2e, Online Textbook
- Small Animal Science and Care
- Copyright © 2027 by The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.
- Preface
- About the Author
- New to This Edition
- Reviewers
- Acknowledgments
- Credentialing Partners and Support
- Tools For Student And Instructor Success
- Guided Tour
- Brief Contents
- Contents
- Features
- Chapter 1 The Small Animal Industry
- SAE for ALL Profile Marley Beltre—Wildlife Rehabilitation
- Chapter 1 Essential Question
- Chapter 1 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 1 Words to Know
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Domestication
- 1.2 Wild and Feral Animals
- 1.3 Animal Classification
- 1.4 Historic and Current Trends
- 1.5 Animals Kept as Pets
- 1.6 Importance of Small Animals in Industry and Society
- 1.7 Owner Responsibilities
- 1.8 Licensing and Registration
- Chapter 1 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 2 Safety, Handling, and Housing
- SAE for ALL Profile Denisse Rodriguez, Spa 4 Paws, Mobile Dog Groomer
- Chapter 2 Essential Question
- Chapter 2 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 2 Words to Know
- Chapter 2 Introduction
- 2.1 Industry Hazards
- 2.2 Personal Protective Equipment
- 2.3 Facility Sanitation
- 2.4 Handling and Restraining Small Animals
- 2.5 Handling Wild and Feral Animals
- 2.6 Introducing a New Animal
- 2.7 Housing: Facilities, Carriers, and Crates
- Chapter 2 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 3 Employment Skills
- SAE for ALL Profile Annie Collins, Mission Impawsable Dog Training
- Chapter 3 Essential Question
- Chapter 3 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 3 Words to Know
- Chapter 3 Introduction
- 3.1 School-to-Career Plan
- 3.2 Setting Goals
- 3.3 Applying for a Position
- 3.4 The Job Interview
- 3.5 Succeeding in the Workplace
- 3.6 Communication Skills
- 3.7 Ethical Workplace Behavior
- 3.8 Respecting Diversity
- 3.9 Career Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
- 3.10 Careers in Small Animal Care
- 3.11 Industry Certification
- Chapter 3 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 4 Animal Welfare and Animal Rights
- SAE for ALL Profile Nathan Moyer, Reptile Rescue
- Chapter 4 Essential Question
- Chapter 4 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 4 Words to Know
- Chapter 4 Introduction
- 4.1 Animal Welfare
- 4.2 Animal Rights
- 4.3 Animal Advocates
- 4.4 Acts of Legislation
- 4.5 Overpopulation
- 4.6 Sources of Small Animals
- 4.7 Cosmetic and Convenience Procedures
- Chapter 4 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 5 Small Animals in Society
- SAE for ALL Profile Hailey Bucha, Angora Rabbit Breeding
- Chapter 5 Essential Question
- Chapter 5 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 5 Words to Know
- Chapter 5 Introduction
- 5.1 Influence of Small Animals
- 5.2 Benefits of Small Animal Ownership
- 5.3 Service Animals
- 5.4 Animals in Research
- 5.5 Small Animals as Food
- 5.6 Animals in American Culture
- 5.7 Endangered Species
- Chapter 5 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 6 Health and Disease
- SAE for ALL Profile Trevor Maxwell, Veterinary Assistant
- Chapter 6 Essential Question
- Chapter 6 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 6 Words to Know
- Chapter 6 Introduction
- 6.1 Anatomy and Physiology
- 6.2 The Disease Triangle
- 6.3 Disease Symptoms and Descriptions
- 6.4 Epidermal and Gastrointestinal Issues
- 6.5 Zoonotic Diseases
- 6.6 Parasites
- 6.7 Poisons
- 6.8 Health Maintenance
- 6.9 Medications
- 6.10 Nail Trimming
- 6.11 Dental Issues
- 6.12 Grooming and Bathing
- 6.13 Preventing Obesity
- Chapter 6 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 7 Small Animal Nutrition
- Chapter 8 Digestive Systems
- SAE for ALL Profile Arilyn Tegtmeier-Oatman, Rat Feeding Trials Research
- Chapter 8 Essential Question
- Chapter 8 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 8 Words to Know
- Chapter 8 Introduction
- 8.1 Animal Classifications
- 8.2 Types of Digestion
- 8.3 Monogastric Digestive Systems
- 8.4 Major Digestive System Parts
- 8.5 Modified Mongastric and Avian Digestive Systems
- 8.6 Digestion in Fish, Reptiles, and Amphibians
- Chapter 8 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 9 Genetics and Inheritance
- SAE for ALL Profile Katherine Nealen, Border Collie Breeding and Training
- Chapter 9 Essential Question
- Chapter 9 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 9 Words to Know
- Chapter 9 Introduction
- 9.1 Mendelian Genetics
- 9.2 Chromosomes
- 9.3 Meiosis and Mitosis
- 9.4 Probability and Punnett Squares
- 9.5 Exceptions to Mendel’s Laws
- 9.6 Genetic Mutation
- 9.7 Additional Influences
- 9.8 Breeding Systems
- 9.9 Pedigrees
- 9.10 Natural Selection and Genetic Variability
- Chapter 9 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 10 Reproduction
- SAE for ALL Profile Alexis Banik, Market Rabbit Breeding
- Chapter 10 Essential Question
- Chapter 10 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 10 Words to Know
- Chapter 10 Introduction
- 10.1 Mammalian Reproductive Systems
- 10.2 The Estrous Cycle
- 10.3 Mating
- 10.4 Fertilization and Development
- 10.5 Gestation
- 10.6 Pseudo-Pregnancies
- 10.7 Parturition
- 10.8 Sterilization
- 10.9 Reproductive Problems
- 10.10 Reproductive Technology AI
- 10.11 Other Animal Reproductive Systems
- Chapter 10 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 11 Canines
- SAE for ALL Profile Jamie Raucher, Registered Veterinary Technician
- Chapter 11 Essential Question
- Chapter 11 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 11 Words to Know
- Chapter 11 Introduction
- 11.1 General Care and Nutrition Management
- 11.2 Parasites
- 11.3 Diseases
- 11.4 Noninfectious Diseases
- 11.5 Exercise and Grooming
- 11.6 Housing
- 11.7 Canine Behavior
- 11.8 Communication
- 11.9 Training
- 11.10 Restraint
- 11.11 The Reproduction System and Cycle
- 11.12 Pregnancy and Parturition
- Chapter 11 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 11 Breed Organizations and Classifications
- Chapter 12 Felines
- SAE for ALL Profile Hannah Gayda, Feline Care
- Chapter 12 Essential Question
- Chapter 12 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 12 Words to Know
- Chapter 12 Introduction
- 12.1 Feline Ancestry
- 12.2 Life Span
- 12.3 Nutritional Needs
- 12.4 Parasites
- 12.5 Infectious Diseases
- 12.6 Noninfectious Diseases
- 12.7 Exercise and Grooming
- 12.8 Housing
- 12.9 Handling and Behavior
- 12.10 Training
- 12.11 Restraint
- 12.12 Reproduction
- Chapter 12 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 12 Breed Organizations and Classifications
- Chapter 13 Rabbits and Guinea Pigs
- SAE for ALL Profile Marjorie Wells, Cavy Production and Showing
- Chapter 13 Essential Question
- Chapter 13 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 13 Words to Know
- Chapter 13 Introduction
- Rabbit Terminology
- 13.1 Domestication
- 13.2 Rabbit and Cavy Nutrition
- 13.3 Endoparasites
- 13.4 Ectoparasites
- 13.5 Illness and Diseases
- 13.6 Dental Issues
- 13.7 Exercise
- 13.8 Grooming
- 13.9 Habitats
- 13.10 Training Rabbits and Guinea Pigs
- 13.11 Training Guinea Pigs
- 13.12 Restraint
- 13.13 Reproduction
- Chapter 13 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 13 Breed Organizations and Classifications
- Chapter 14 Rodents
- SAE for ALL Profile Tabatha Brooks, Chinchilla Breeding
- Chapter 14 Essential Question
- Chapter 14 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 14 Words to Know
- Chapter 14 Introduction
- 14.1 Rodent Characteristics
- 14.2 Hamsters
- 14.3 Gerbils
- 14.4 Mice
- 14.5 Rats
- 14.6 Chinchillas
- 14.7 Selecting a Pet Rodent
- 14.8 Rodent Health Issues
- 14.9 Training and Grooming
- 14.10 Nutritional Needs
- 14.11 Exercise
- 14.12 Habitat Requirements
- 14.13 Reproduction
- 14.14 Rodent Clubs and Organizations
- Chapter 14 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 15 Ferrets
- SAE for ALL Profile Noreen Heikes, Agricultural Science Teacher and Veterinarian
- Chapter 15 Essential Question
- Chapter 15 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 15 Words to Know
- Chapter 15 Introduction
- 15.1 Classifications and Uses
- 15.2 Varieties
- 15.3 Behavior, Handling, and Training
- 15.4 Grooming
- 15.5 Nutritional Needs
- 15.6 Parasites and Infectious Diseases
- 15.7 Noninfectious Diseases
- 15.8 Exercise and Habitat Requirements
- 15.9 Ferret Reproduction
- Chapter 15 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 16 Hedgehogs
- SAE for ALL Profile Skylar Mozingo, Bug and Roo’s Hedgehogs
- Chapter 16 Essential Question
- Chapter 16 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 16 Words to Know
- Chapter 16 Introduction
- 16.1 Hedgehog Classifications
- Hedgehog Terminology
- 16.2 Characteristics
- 16.3 Varieties
- 16.4 Behavior
- 16.5 Handling and Grooming
- 16.6 Nutritional Needs
- 16.7 Parasites
- 16.8 Infectious Diseases
- 16.9 Noninfectious Diseases
- 16.10 Exercise and Habitat Requirements
- 16.11 Reproduction
- 16.12 Breeding Regulations
- Chapter 16 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 17 Sugar Gliders
- SAE for ALL Profile Mary and Grace Timm, Sugar Glider Breeding Entrepreneurship
- Chapter 17 Essential Question
- Chapter 17 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 17 Words to Know
- Chapter 17 Introduction
- 17.1 Origins and Classifications
- 17.2 Behavior and Handling
- 17.3 Grooming
- 17.4 Nutritional Needs
- 17.5 Health Issues
- 17.6 Exercise
- 17.7 Habitat Requirements
- 17.8 Reproduction
- 17.9 Purchasing a Sugar Glider
- Chapter 17 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 18 Amphibians
- SAE for ALL Profile Bricin McAndrew, Frog Care and Management
- Chapter 18 Essential Question
- Chapter 18 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 18 Words to Know
- Chapter 18 Introduction
- 18.1 Origin and Current Status
- 18.2 Classification
- 18.3 Characteristics
- 18.4 Common Pet Varieties
- 18.5 Handling
- 18.6 Nutritional Needs
- 18.7 Parasites and Diseases
- 18.8 Habitat Requirements
- 18.9 Reproduction
- Chapter 18 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 19 Reptiles
- SAE for ALL Profile Curtis Sherwood, Environmental Education Specialist
- Chapter 19 Essential Question
- Chapter 19 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 19 Words to Know
- Chapter 19 Introduction
- 19.1 Reptile Evolution and Classification
- 19.2 Behavior and Handling
- 19.3 Grooming
- 19.4 Nutritional Needs
- 19.5 Parasites and Diseases
- 19.6 Exercise
- 19.7 Habitat Requirements
- 19.8 Reproduction
- 19.9 Purchasing and Possession
- Chapter 19 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 20 Avians
- SAE for ALL Profile Emma and Kailyn Keeton, Bird Training
- Chapter 20 Essential Question
- Chapter 20 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 20 Words to Know
- Chapter 20 Introduction
- 20.1 History and Classification
- 20.2 Bird Characteristics
- 20.3 General Care
- 20.4 Nutritional Needs
- 20.5 Parasites and Diseases
- 20.6 Exercise
- 20.7 Habitat Requirements
- 20.8 Training and Behavior Modification
- 20.9 Reproduction
- 20.10 Purchasing
- Chapter 20 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 21 Fish
- SAE for ALL Profile Paige Hepperman, Pet Store Employee
- Chapter 21 Essential Question
- Chapter 21 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 21 Words to Know
- Chapter 21 Introduction
- 21.1 History and Classification
- 21.2 Fish Characteristics
- 21.3 Varieties of Ornamental Fish
- 21.4 Nutritional Needs
- 21.5 Parasites and Diseases
- 21.6 Habitat Requirements
- 21.7 Water Source and Quality
- 21.8 Tank Setup and Maintenance
- 21.9 The Saltwater Tank
- 21.10 Reproduction
- 21.11 Selecting a Tank and Fish Species
- Chapter 21 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 22 First Aid
- SAE for ALL Profile Lisa Rice, Canine Handler
- Chapter 22 Essential Question
- Chapter 22 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 22 Words to Know
- Chapter 22 Introduction
- 22.1 Emergency First Aid
- 22.2 Conducting a Physical Examination
- 22.3 Transporting an Injured Animal
- 22.4 CPR for Pets
- 22.5 The Heimlich Maneuver
- 22.6 Treating Injuries That Are Not Life-Threatening
- 22.7 Wound Care and Bandaging
- 22.8 Disaster Preparedness
- 22.9 Building Animal First-Aid Kits
- Chapter 22 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 23 Veterinary Science Applications
- SAE for ALL Profile Animal Behaviorist
- Chapter 23 Essential Question
- Chapter 23 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 23 Words to Know
- Chapter 23 Introduction
- 23.1 Veterinary Practice
- 23.2 Professionalism and Certifications
- 23.3 Biosecurity
- 23.4 Equipment Cleaning and Preparation
- 23.5 Surgical Gowning
- 23.6 Collecting and Handling Body Fluid Samples
- 23.7 Suturing and Suture Removal
- 23.8 Prescription Drugs and Administering Medications
- 23.9 Medical Terminology and Abbreviations
- Chapter 23 Review and Assessment
- Chapter 24 National FFA Organization Participation
- SAE for ALL Profile Eli Ross, Guide Dog Training
- Chapter 24 Essential Question
- Chapter 24 Learning Outcomes
- Chapter 24 Words to Know
- Chapter 24 Introduction
- 24.1 The Three-Circle Model
- 24.2 National FFA Organization
- 24.3 SAE for ALL
- 24.4 Types of SAEs
- 24.5 SAE Recordkeeping
- 24.6 Agriscience Fair
- Chapter 24 Review and Assessment
- Glossary
- Index