This course introduces students to the basic care and management of common companion and farm animals. Various breeds of each species are highlighted as well as their behavior. Students will learn normal developmental stages of animals. Students will develop the skills to perform a physical exam and understand normal TPR parameters. Students will learn the SOAP format for completing medical records. Common toxins that are detrimental to the studied species are studied. Students will be required to participate in animal care activities to gain hands-on experience to enhance the course material, which may require the student to come in early, and attend late afternoon and weekend animal care activities. Prerequisite: admission to the VMT Program. Corequisite: VMT 120L (1 cr hr).