TECH226-0513: AVNT-Nutrition Series: Puppy Nutrition
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INSTRUCTOR(S): Mindy Bough, MS, CVT
COURSE OPEN: May 10-27, 2013
REAL TIME SESSIONS (RTS): Friday, May 17, 2013; 1:00pm-2:30pm ET (USA)
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Practice Sessions: In order to prepare you for a successful experience in your CE course, we request you attend a Practice Session prior to the first Real Time Session. Please arrive promptly at the start time; each Practice Session is up to 1 hour in length. For more information, please visit the
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Level and Prerequisites:
This advanced course is geared toward veterinary technicians, especially those working toward their VTS in Nutrition. Participants should already have a strong grasp of basic nutrition and disease processes. The course format is that of a VINgnette where interaction in the message boards discussing case scenarios will be required to enhance the single Real Time Session. Participants should plan on this more intensive study.
The AVNT Nutrition Series is an on-going program hosted by VSPN in cooperation with the Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians (AVNT) and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) to promote advanced education in animal nutrition for credentialed veterinary technicians. Candidates for Veterinary Technician Specialist-Nutrition (VTS-Nutrition) through AVNT are eligible for education credit as specified by the AVNT credential requirements found at http://nutritiontechs.org.
VSPN CE Course:
This course is RACE approved for veterinary technicians only.
Course Description:
In this VINgnette we will discuss nutrition for the juvenile dog from weaning to adulthood. Our case studies will involve Chico the Shih Tzu puppy and Bella the Labrador retriever puppy. We will learn about the differing nutritional needs of puppies, types of available diets, and nutritional disorders or conditions associated with puppyhood. In addition, we will discuss how different puppy diets and specific nutrients may impact dogs throughout their lives.
This course will consist of one (1) ninety (90) minute Real Time Session, supplemental library materials, interactive message board discussions, and a mandatory end-of-course test.
Successful completion (scoring 80% or better) on the end-of-course test is required to be considered for a course certificate of completion.
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to
- determine which diets may be appropriate for specific puppies.
- explain the advantages of providing appropriate diets to puppies.
- summarize key nutritional disorders that may occur when incorrect diets/nutrient amounts are given.
- categorize the benefits of key nutrients in the overall health of the puppy/dog.
- interpret and explain the predisposing factors associated with nutritional related disorders in puppies.
- categorize and support disease management including available diets, portion control, and exercise.
- analyze Key Nutritional Factors for feeding all types of puppies.
- develop and explain a feeding plan and follow up for clients and their puppies/dogs.
Course Materials: Course materials will be available in the course library prior to each Real Time Session.
Required Textbook(s):
- Hand, M. S., Thatcher, C. D., Remillard, R. J., Roudebush, P., Novotny, B. J. (Eds). (2010). Small Animal Clinical Nutrition, 5th edition. Mark Morris Institute: Topeka, KS. Purchase through the AVNT Resources webpage: http://nutritiontechs.org/resources (Suggested Reading #1).
About the Instructor: Mindy Bough is the Vice President of Operations at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) and Client Services and is responsible for strategic development and management of the APCC and the Pet Nutrition Service as well as call center support programs for other ASPCA departments. She holds multiple degrees and is an organizing committee member for the Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians. Mindy frequently publishes articles on toxicology, pet nutrition, and other animal health related topics and is a national veterinary conference speaker.
Course Outline:
Week 1: (Real Time Session May 17): Puppy Nutrition
Required Reading (prior to May 17 Real Time Session): Chapter 5, pg 102 (Neurological Development); Chapter 17, pp 311-319; Chapter 33, pp 667-693.
Content: Inclusion of the correct nutrients and nutrient concentrations is critical for the appropriate development of the puppy. The readings include information about nutrients and their specific effects. Based on problem descriptions listed in the readings, we will discuss clinical findings seen in puppies during the Session as well as further in depth on the message boards with relation to the impact of improper nutrition.
CE CREDITS: 1.5
Tuition: $30 ($27 early bird special if enrolled by April 26, 2013).
* Students currently enrolled in and taking at least 2 classes or 5 units at an AVMA accredited or CAAHT approved Veterinary Technician Program may be eligible to receive a 50% discount off the regular rate for this course (upon verification of student status).
*To ensure participants are ready and prepared for classes, enrollment will close at 10am ET on May 17, 2013.
*For more information on how online CE works, see the
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