Veterinary Science
Coach: Mr. Perotti
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The Veterinary Science competition includes a set of identification based on surgical instruments, grooming equipment, Parasites and breed identification along with an exam on animal general care. The purpose of the veterinary science career development event is to promote college and career readiness by providing opportunities to develop technical knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in the field of veterinary science.
This team is currently unavailable
The Veterinary Science competition includes a set of identification based on surgical instruments, grooming equipment, Parasites and breed identification along with an exam on animal general care. The purpose of the veterinary science career development event is to promote college and career readiness by providing opportunities to develop technical knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in the field of veterinary science.
State Curricular Code: (Parts and Rules of Contest)
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Veterinary Science (clink document above to see extended rules)
The contest will include:
Part A) Identification Tests
1. Equipment and Materials-150
2. Parasites-50
3. Breed identification- 100
Part B) General Knowledge Test (50 questions Worth 2 points each)-100
1. 10 of the 50 questions will be Vet Sci math questions
Part C) Practicums will consist of three from the list of current year practicums. Students will explain to a judge while performing these tasks.
1. Practicum #1-50
2. Practicum #2-50
3. Practicum #3-50
TOTAL POINTS Individual- 550 Team top three scores of four person team-1,650
The contest will include:
Part A) Identification Tests
1. Equipment and Materials-150
2. Parasites-50
3. Breed identification- 100
Part B) General Knowledge Test (50 questions Worth 2 points each)-100
1. 10 of the 50 questions will be Vet Sci math questions
Part C) Practicums will consist of three from the list of current year practicums. Students will explain to a judge while performing these tasks.
1. Practicum #1-50
2. Practicum #2-50
3. Practicum #3-50
TOTAL POINTS Individual- 550 Team top three scores of four person team-1,650
Click Button below to find out CA FFA State Vet Science Team current rankings.
Identification Tests
You will be tested in identifying breeds of animals, parasites, equipment, and materials. Please also visit our Quizlet page for all of these areas. Quizlet link (click here)
-Equipment and Materials
-Parasites
-Breed Identification (Powerpoints)
General Knowledge Test
You will be given a 50 question test from the contests approved vet science book.
Vet Science Book Powerpoints- (Click here)
Vet Science Book Worksheets- (Click here)
Quizlet links for more book Questions (click here)
Vet Science Book Notes (click here)
Vet Sci Math Question Bank Examples (Click below)
Vet Science Book Worksheets- (Click here)
Quizlet links for more book Questions (click here)
Vet Science Book Notes (click here)
Vet Sci Math Question Bank Examples (Click below)
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Practicums
Please read and learn your years practicum score sheets closely and then watch videos to help understand them. The videos below are to help. Not all are exactly by the rubric score sheets. However you will be score by them. Please see practicum score sheets below.
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2018-2019 Practicum
Administering Ophthalmic Medication- Clinical Video 1
Applying a Gauze Dog Muzzle-Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Prescription Filling- Clinical Video 1 Video 2
Fecal Flotation with Fecalyzers- Clinical Video 1 Video 2
Haltering a Horse- Handling Video 1 Video 2
Removing a cat from a cage and placing it in a cat bag- Handling Video 1 Video 2
Restraint of the cat for Jugular Venipuncture- Handling Video 1 Video 2
2019-2020 Practicum
Administering an Intramuscular Injection- Clinical
Administration Oral Tablet/Capsule- Clinical
Applying a Cat Muzzle- Handling
Opening a Surgery Pack- Clinical
Applying Elizabethan Collar- Handling
Removing a Dog from a Floor Level Cage to Restrain for Lateral Saphenous Venipuncture- Handling
Snare Restraint of the Pig- Handling
2020-2021 Practicum
Administering a Subcutaneous Injection- Clinical
Applying a Nylon Dog Muzzle- Handling
Placing a Tail Tie- Handling
Preparing a Surgical Pack for Sterilization-Clinical
Removal of Sutures- Clinical
Restraint of a Dog for Jugular Venipuncture- Handling
Restraint of the Cat for Cephalic IV Catheter Placement- Handling
2021-2022 Practicum
Administering Aural Medication- Clinical Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Bandage Removal- Clinical Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Filling a Syringe for Injection- Clinical Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Haltering Ruminants- Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Restraint of a Rabbit- Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Restraint of a Dog for Cephalic Venipuncture- Handling
Restraint of the Cat in Lateral Recumbency for Femoral Venipuncture- Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Surgical Site Preparation- Clinical
2020-2021 Practicums with links to videos
-Placing a tail tie
-Bandage Application
-Building an temporary rope halter for a cow
-Restraint of a dog for Jugular venipuncture
-Restraint of a dog for Cephalic Venipuncture
-Applying a commercial dog muzzle
-Surgical Preparation
-Removal of sutures
-Administering a subcutaneous injection
-Preparing a surgical pack for sterilization
-Collect a sample of dermatophyte culture and Inoculate Dermatophyte culture
-Restraint of the cat for Cephalic IV Catheter placement
Administering Ophthalmic Medication- Clinical Video 1
Applying a Gauze Dog Muzzle-Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Prescription Filling- Clinical Video 1 Video 2
Fecal Flotation with Fecalyzers- Clinical Video 1 Video 2
Haltering a Horse- Handling Video 1 Video 2
Removing a cat from a cage and placing it in a cat bag- Handling Video 1 Video 2
Restraint of the cat for Jugular Venipuncture- Handling Video 1 Video 2
2019-2020 Practicum
Administering an Intramuscular Injection- Clinical
Administration Oral Tablet/Capsule- Clinical
Applying a Cat Muzzle- Handling
Opening a Surgery Pack- Clinical
Applying Elizabethan Collar- Handling
Removing a Dog from a Floor Level Cage to Restrain for Lateral Saphenous Venipuncture- Handling
Snare Restraint of the Pig- Handling
2020-2021 Practicum
Administering a Subcutaneous Injection- Clinical
Applying a Nylon Dog Muzzle- Handling
Placing a Tail Tie- Handling
Preparing a Surgical Pack for Sterilization-Clinical
Removal of Sutures- Clinical
Restraint of a Dog for Jugular Venipuncture- Handling
Restraint of the Cat for Cephalic IV Catheter Placement- Handling
2021-2022 Practicum
Administering Aural Medication- Clinical Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Bandage Removal- Clinical Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Filling a Syringe for Injection- Clinical Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Haltering Ruminants- Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Restraint of a Rabbit- Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Restraint of a Dog for Cephalic Venipuncture- Handling
Restraint of the Cat in Lateral Recumbency for Femoral Venipuncture- Handling Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
Surgical Site Preparation- Clinical
2020-2021 Practicums with links to videos
-Placing a tail tie
-Bandage Application
-Building an temporary rope halter for a cow
-Restraint of a dog for Jugular venipuncture
-Restraint of a dog for Cephalic Venipuncture
-Applying a commercial dog muzzle
-Surgical Preparation
-Removal of sutures
-Administering a subcutaneous injection
-Preparing a surgical pack for sterilization
-Collect a sample of dermatophyte culture and Inoculate Dermatophyte culture
-Restraint of the cat for Cephalic IV Catheter placement
Other You Tube Video's Pages with great Practicum practice examples
-Vet Science Practicums (playlist of multiple videos)
-Veterinary Science CDE videos
-FFA Vet science cde practicums video links
-Vet Tech videos
-Six Knots You Need To Know
-National Veterinary Science CDE video example
-Vet Science Practicums (playlist of multiple videos)
-Veterinary Science CDE videos
-FFA Vet science cde practicums video links
-Vet Tech videos
-Six Knots You Need To Know
-National Veterinary Science CDE video example
Books and Websites that can help
Small Animal Care and Management. Warren. ISBN: 978-1-4180-4105-2
An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology. Romich. ISBN: 978-1-4354-2012-0
Official Guide: Maintaining and Cleaning Surgical Instruments. Stow. Provided free of charge
by the program or available on-line at: http://www.spectrumsurgical.com
Veterinary Science: Preparatory Training for the Veterinary Assistant. Faries. ISBN: 978-0-
9849115-0-9. Order online: https://agrilifebookstore.org/publications_browse2.cfm?
keywordid=4
Introduction to Veterinary Science. Lawhead, Baker. ISBN: 978-1-4283-1225-8
Clinical Procedures & Handling/Restraining Practicums :
Veterinary Assisting: Fundamentals and Applications. Vanhorn, Clark. ISBN: 978-1-4354-
5387-6
Small Animal Surgical Nursing: Skills and Concepts. Busch. ISBN: 978-0323030632
Manual of Clinical Procedures in Dogs, Cats, Rabbits & Rodents. Crow, Walshaw, Boyle.
ISBN: 978-0813813042
Restraint and Handling for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants. Ballard, Rockett. ISBN: 978-
1-4354-5358-6
Identification:
Veterinary Instruments and Equipment: A Pocket Guide. Sonsthagen. ISBN: 978-0323032032
http://loudoun.nvcc.edu/vetonline/vet121/instruments.htm
https://www.spectrumsurgical.com/product/10-0227/Surgical-Instrument-Flash-Cards.php
American Kennel Club – http://www.akc.org/index.cfm
Cat Fanciers’ Association – http://www.cfa.org/client/breeds.aspx
American Rabbit Breeders Association – http://www.arba.net/
Practicum Math:
Medical Mathematics and Dosage Calculations for Veterinary Professionals. Bill, Robert.
ISBN: 978-08138263
Small Animal Care and Management. Warren. ISBN: 978-1-4180-4105-2
An Illustrated Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology. Romich. ISBN: 978-1-4354-2012-0
Official Guide: Maintaining and Cleaning Surgical Instruments. Stow. Provided free of charge
by the program or available on-line at: http://www.spectrumsurgical.com
Veterinary Science: Preparatory Training for the Veterinary Assistant. Faries. ISBN: 978-0-
9849115-0-9. Order online: https://agrilifebookstore.org/publications_browse2.cfm?
keywordid=4
Introduction to Veterinary Science. Lawhead, Baker. ISBN: 978-1-4283-1225-8
Clinical Procedures & Handling/Restraining Practicums :
Veterinary Assisting: Fundamentals and Applications. Vanhorn, Clark. ISBN: 978-1-4354-
5387-6
Small Animal Surgical Nursing: Skills and Concepts. Busch. ISBN: 978-0323030632
Manual of Clinical Procedures in Dogs, Cats, Rabbits & Rodents. Crow, Walshaw, Boyle.
ISBN: 978-0813813042
Restraint and Handling for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants. Ballard, Rockett. ISBN: 978-
1-4354-5358-6
Identification:
Veterinary Instruments and Equipment: A Pocket Guide. Sonsthagen. ISBN: 978-0323032032
http://loudoun.nvcc.edu/vetonline/vet121/instruments.htm
https://www.spectrumsurgical.com/product/10-0227/Surgical-Instrument-Flash-Cards.php
American Kennel Club – http://www.akc.org/index.cfm
Cat Fanciers’ Association – http://www.cfa.org/client/breeds.aspx
American Rabbit Breeders Association – http://www.arba.net/
Practicum Math:
Medical Mathematics and Dosage Calculations for Veterinary Professionals. Bill, Robert.
ISBN: 978-08138263
