Identify local resources for animal care.

Identification should include

  • types of veterinary facilities (e.g., clinic, hospital, referral practice, medical center)
  • uses of each type, including for emergency treatment
  • roles of animal control, wildlife facilities, foster groups, and other organizations
  • animal evacuation protocols and resources.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why should an animal not be taken to an emergency clinic for some conditions, such as a broken toenail that is bleeding?
  • What are examples of situations when animal control should be called for assistance?
  • Why is it important to consider animals during natural disasters and evacuation situations?
  • What is the evacuation /shelter-in-place protocol for your community?

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