Taught by: Dr. Taylor Ross, Animal Sciences
In this course, the scientific underpinnings of modern companion animal science are presented, with emphasis on nutrition, reproduction, animal domestication, evolution, and behavior as well as health and disease management. Students will study the biological and economic structure of various companion animal industries (dogs and cats, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and lagomorphs).
The synchronous, online format of the summer offering will allow students interested in companion animals to access the course without commuting or being a resident on campus.
This course meets the SEBS Core Curriculum requirement for Natural Sciences [NS]. Upon completion, students will be able to understand and apply basic principles and concepts in the physical or biological sciences, and they will also be able to explain and assess the relationship among assumptions, method, evidence, arguments, and theory in scientific analysis.
Dr. Taylor Ross has extensive experience working with companion animals. She has a B.S. and M.S. in Animal Sciences and a Ph.D. in Animal Science – Education. She has many different types of pets, both livestock and companion animals. Her style of teaching incorporates real-life examples and encourages student participation.