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Online: Anatomy, Behavior & Conservation of African Big Cats
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This 8-week course covers topics relating to anatomy, physiology, husbandry, conservation, and medical management of the three African Big Cats: lions, leopards, and cheetahs—each with unique characteristics and needs. Students learn real-life skills such as recognizing parasites and identifying white blood cells. The pre-recorded lectures and assignments are self-guided and can be learned at yo...
This 8-week course covers topics relating to anatomy, physiology, husbandry, conservation, and medical management of the three African Big Cats: lions, leopards, and cheetahs—each with unique characteristics and needs. Students learn real-life skills such as recognizing parasites and identifying white blood cells. The pre-recorded lectures and assignments are self-guided and can be learned at your own pace. You are also expected to contribute an average of 3 times per week to message board discussions in the virtual classroom. While pre-recorded modules allow flexibility in your learning, the course also offers one-on-one mentorship with zoo and wildlife veterinarians. The tuition includes a transcript from Iowa Wesleyan University and three credits. Ideally, participants have complete...
Program Highlights
Understand the basics of big cat husbandry including enclosure design, training, and behavioral enrichment.
Create a preventative care protocol for a big cat in captivity.
Analyze physical exam and diagnostic findings for big cats.
Evaluate ways to mitigate human-animal conflict in order to achieve big cat conservation.
Discuss examples of how people, domestic animals, and wildlife are intertwined using the basic principles of One Health.
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- Online
- United States
- Fall
- Summer
- Animal Science
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation See more
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July 01, 2024by: Katherine GravesProgram: Online: Anatomy, Behavior & Conservation of African Big CatsOur leader went above and beyond to make sure every meal was sorted and evenings were very fun and made for great bonding. I'd love to apply for staff in the future! 10/10 for everything - I loved the tours, edissection, practicing blood smears, and making enrichment
Learned so much
July 01, 2024by: Lisa BeckerProgram: Online: Anatomy, Behavior & Conservation of African Big CatsThis trip was very educational about animal welfare and conervation. It was also fun getting to know my peers and staff. I enjoyed getting to come up with enrichment to better help the animals at the sanctuary!
Awesome experience lead by amazing Veterinarians!
August 15, 2020by: Phoebe Grimwood - United StatesProgram: Online: Anatomy, Behavior & Conservation of African Big CatsI really enjoyed attending the virtual Anatomy, Behavior and Conservation of African Big Cats course lead by Dr. Peter DiGeronimo (What a great last name!). I appreciated the extra information and articles, which allowed me to dig deeper into the material instead of taking notes from the lectures. I have never learned so much about a species in 8 weeks, and I enjoyed every minute of it. I like the self-paced aspect which allowed me to learn instead of cram. Overall, I enjoyed this course and can't wait to learn more with LoopAbroad!
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- Online
- United States
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- Animal Science
- Biology
- Conservation & Preservation
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- Fall
- Summer
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Age Requirement Varies
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All Nationalities
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- Academic Credit
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- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
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- Online Application
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