Canine Anatomy
Internal and External
Overview
Every pet professional should have at least a basic understanding of the anatomy of animals for which they care. This lays the foundation for understanding health, function, disorders, and diseases that you are likely to encounter in your workplace.
What You’ll Learn
- Eyes
- Ears
- Airways
- Anal Glands
- Teeth
- Skeletal Features
Chapters
Anatomy and Care of the Eyes for Pet Professionals
– Anatomy of normal canine and feline eyes
– To treat or not treat the eyes prior to bathing?
– How to avoid damage to the eyes while handling, grooming, or styling
Anatomy and Care of the Ears for Pet Professionals
– Normal canine and feline ears
– To remove or not remove the hair in the ears?
– When cleaning ears…
– To protect the ears during bathing/drying…
Anatomy and Care of Airways
– Anatomy of normal canine and feline airways
– Protecting the animal’s airways and throat while handling, grooming, and styling
– Collapsed trachea
– When bathing or drying…
– If the animal is choking or has stopped breathing…
Anal Glands
– Anatomy of normal anal glands and care of anal glands
– To express or not express anal glands?
– Enlarged, inflammed, and ruptured anal sacs
– The ISCC position on petcare professionals expressing anal glands during routine bathing
Anatomy and Care of Canine Teeth
– Anatomy of healthy teeth and gums
– Remember to check the teeth!
– The peridontal examination
– Abnormal peridontal conditions
– The ISCC position on petcare professionals administering dental care during routine grooming
Gross Anatomy
– External canine features
– Skeletal features
Canine Anatomy
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Additional Info
Engaged Membership (EM) Required
6 hrs
Updated: 12/16/2023
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