Pet rabbits and rodents are increasingly presenting to veterinary practices.
Embrace the surge in small pet ownership with guidance from Dr. David Vella, an authority in rabbit and rodent care. This detailed Rabbits and Rodents TimeOnline course bridges the gap between increasing client expectations and veterinary expertise.
This online course offers practitioners a comprehensive introduction to veterinary care for rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, and mice. Starting with the fundamentals of rabbit and rodent biology, it progresses through clinical anatomy, physiology, husbandry, nutrition, preventative care, and handling techniques, as well as detailed guidance on clinical procedures, therapeutics, anaesthesia, and managing prevalent health issues in these species.
By the end of this course, you'll be well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide superior care and enhance the wellbeing of these increasingly popular small pets.
Past Participant:
This course was enlightening and a delight to undertake. It was straight to the point, very relevant, and with well-targeted, engaging notes. The case-study and general-discussion forums were also excellent.
Norbert Fischer
Great course and resource to have for those that want to provide better veterinary care for rabbits and rodents.
Yasmin Howells
Learning Outcomes
By successfully completing this course, you will:
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Master the core principles of rabbit and rodent biology, clinical anatomy and physiology, husbandry, nutrition and preventative health of rabbits and rodents.
- Gain confidence in handling, restraint, physical examination, clinical techniques and general anaesthesia of rabbits and rodents.
- Develop a confident, methodical approach to diagnosing and resolving the health issues commonly encountered in rabbits and rodents.
Modules
- Natural history and biology
- Clinical anatomy and physiology
- Husbandry
- Nutrition and preventative health
- Handling, restraint and physical examination
- Clinical techniques
- Radiography and radiology
- Therapeutics
- Anaesthesia
- Common problems
What is a TimeOnline?
Flexible and accessible online CPD
TimeOnline is a quality online education program delivered by veterinary experts, in short, manageable timeframes. You will be engaging with your tutor/s and other participants through an active discussion forum and other online resources including a set of concise core notes, video presentations, case studies, images, useful links, and interactive quizzes to test your knowledge and complete your CPD requirements. All participants receive an electronic certificate upon successful completion of the course.
Who should enrol?
This course is suitable for qualified veterinarians. Veterinary students are welcome to enrol.
Veterinary nurses with a special interest in the topic are welcome to enrol in this course. Please be aware that the course is designed for qualified veterinarians and you should consider this in light of your knowledge and experience before you register.
| Registrant Type |
Price |
Price including
10% loyalty discount** |
| Member* |
$510 |
$459 |
| Recent Graduate / Part-time Professional Member |
$384 |
$345.60 |
| Nurse Member |
$384 |
$345.60 |
| Student Member |
$256 |
$230.40 |
| eMember / Non-Member |
$640 |
$576 |
*Members include: Practice, Professional and Academic members.
**If you have completed a TimeOnline course in the past 12 months you may be eligible for the 10% loyalty discount. The discount will be automatically applied when you enrol online.