Lecture notes HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ANIMAL WELFARE (AHC1501)
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HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ANIMAL WELFARE (AHC1501)
Institution
University Of South Africa (Unisa)
The document provides a comprehensive guide for conducting a physical examination of a dog, covering various vital signs and indicators of health. It includes instructions for measuring temperature, pulse, respiration, evaluating mucous membranes and lymph nodes, abdominal palpation, hydration asse...
,Temperature
Equipment needed:
Digital thermometer
Lube
Sterilizing solution
Cotton wool
, 1. Have an assistant restrain the dog in a standing position (The dog
face should be away from you).
2. Sterilize the thermometer with cotton wool and F10.
3. Lubricate the Thermometer. Dip the metallic tip of the
thermometer into a bottle of lube.
4. Lift the tail gently
5. Insert the Thermometer. Insert the thermometer about one
centimeter into the dog’s anus. Insert it against the skin of the
rectum for the most accurate reading.
6. Wait for Results. The digital thermometer will make a “beeping”
sound when the temperature has been read.
7. Sterilize the thermometer with cotton wool and F10
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