Dr. Perri Stark is an adjunct lecturer in the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University, as well as the Animal Biotechnology and Conservation Department at Delaware Valley College. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Communication from Rutgers University and an MBA from Adelphi University. Following a career in banking, Dr. Stark went back to school where she received her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 2000. At Rutgers, she is currently teaching the on-line animal …
Daniela Sharma
Dr. Daniela Sharma received her B.S. in Animal Science at the University of Connecticut in 1993 and her Ph.D. from Rutgers University in 1999. She joined Rutgers University as an assistant director in the Office of Research, New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station in 2000. In 2008, she joined the Department of Animal Sciences at Rutgers University as a teacher and soon was appointed the undergraduate program director. She supervises the Animal Science undergraduate curriculum, providing guidance to students and faculty, …
Kathy Potthoff
Kathy Potthoff is an extension educator with 4-H Extension, University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She received her bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, emphasis from Fort Hays State University at Hays KS. She received her master’s degree in Agriculture, Leadership and Education from University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her research is in the area of cultural competence with youth development volunteers and youth. Kathy worked in with 4-H and other programming areas while in a four county area in southwest Nebraska and currently is on staff …
Lisa Karr-Lilienthal
Dr. Lisa Karr-Lilienthal is an assistant professor in Companion Animal Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She received a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Illinois State University and then received her master’s and doctorate degrees from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign in Companion Animal Nutrition. Her research has focused on nutrition of dogs, cats, and other non-ruminant animals. At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, she advises students and teaches undergraduate courses, including Introduction to Companion Animals, Human-Companion Animal Interactions, Companion …
Amy Fischer
Dr. Amy Fischer is a Teaching Associate and Extension Specialist with the University of Illinois Department of Animal Sciences, where she coordinates the Companion Animal Biology and Humane Education program. This program emphasizes the science of companion animals as well as their roles in society, and encourages students to apply knowledge through a variety of internships, service-based learning projects, and other opportunities based on community partnerships.
Fischer serves on the Boards of Directors of the Champaign County Humane Society and …
Nancy Dreschel
Dr. Nancy Dreschel is an instructor of Companion Animal Science at Penn State University. After receiving her bachelor’s and veterinary degrees from Cornell University, she worked in mixed and small animal practice in New York State and Pennsylvania for 13 years before returning to school at Penn State University to obtain a Ph.D. in Biobehavioral Health. Her research has focused on the effects of fear and stress on behavior and physiology in dogs and their owners. She has a particular …
Career Profiles
Companion animals touch the lives of most Americans on a daily basis. According to the 2011-12 American Pet Products Association (APPA) survey, approximately 62% of U.S. households own a companion animal such as a dog, cat, rabbit, bird, guinea pig, hamster, snake, or fish. It is estimated that in 2013 pet owners will spend $55.53 billion on their pets’ care and supplies. Spending on companion animals has increased over $12 billion dollars in the last five years. This increased market …
FFA Vet Science Practice Quiz
FFA Vet Science Practice Quiz
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Companion Animal Webinars (4-H Emphasis)
The following webinar series was designed for 4-H leaders and teen leaders to help improve their ability to serve the youth in their 4-H companion animal clubs.
Each webinar will have a 30-40 minute presentation with a question and answer period at the end.
The Healthy Dog
https://connect.extension.iastate.edu/p5ii4qvz8ig/
What is a healthy dog and how do you know if a dog is healthy? Learn about what a veterinarian looks for to determine if a dog is healthy. Also to be …
What type of bedding is best for my bird cage?
The most frequently used and probably best type of bedding for a bird cage is newspaper or another paper product. Newspaper tends to be cheap and easy to obtain. You may use unprinted or printed newspaper. Do not use the glossy ads because they contain inks that may be unsafe for your bird. Newspaper is easy to clean up and dispose of, and using newspaper allows you to closely monitor your bird’s daily routine. You may use paper towels, but …