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Animal Science


The Animal Science department offers a wide variety of courses within its curriculum.

The Program specializes in career opportunities available to graduates in the area of domestic animal care. These include horses, fish, reptiles, rodents, and birds as well as dog and cat pets.

During the sophomore year, students take courses that provide an introduction to companion animals, equine science, exotic birds, fish and aquaria, livestock, reptiles and amphibians, research animals.

A student enrolled in this field is given a choice of three major course concentrations near the completion of the sophomore year: our new Veterinary Technology and Equine Science program, Veterinary Technology and Research Animal Management, and Companion Animal and Pet Shop Management.

As an Animal Science major, here are just a few of the career opportunities that await you:

  • Veterinary Assistant or Technician
  • Pet Groomer
  • Equine Massage Therapist
  • Animal Judge
  • Animal Trainer
  • K-9 Search and Rescue
  • Therapeutic Riding Instructor
  • Laboratory Animal Technician
  • Research Assistant
  • Animal Product Specialist
  • Animal Breeder
  • Pet Sitter
  • Equine Care Specialist
  • Assistance Dog Trainer
  • Equine Veterinary Technician
  • Animal Control Officer
  • Pet Care Specialist
  • Pet Shop Manager
  • K-9 Officer
  • Riding Instructor
  • Veterinarian