Introduction

This laboratory manual is for use in the VETM 3430 (Clinical Medicine 1) small animal section. You will be working in groups during these laboratory exercises. At least one group member should have access to the notes during the lab, and electronic copies will be easiest as videos are sometimes used within the notes to show specific skills.

Laboratory notes will compliment the lecture materials.

Small Animal Laboratory Exercises will include:

1. Restraint and handling of the dog
2. Client interview skills
3. General physical examination of the dog
4. Detailed cardiovascular examination; detailed neurological examination (note that 1/2 of this session will be devoted to cardiovascular; 1/2 will be devoted to neurological).
5. Review laboratory prior to the Objective Structured Clinical Examination