Title: Explain how to safely approach and interact with an animal.
Course: Small Animal Care I (18102-36) > Section: Exploring Safety and Handling in the Small Animal Industry

Explanation should include

- using appropriate tone, tenor, and body language
- avoiding behaviors that an animal may perceive as threatening (e.g., coming between an animal and its owner).

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to understand an animal's body language when approaching and handling them?
- What human behaviors may an animal find intimidating?
- How may an animal react to intimidating behaviors from students or handlers?

Teacher Resource:

Low Stress Handling (https://lowstresshandling.com/)