Welcome to ANSC 250 Companion Animals in Society First Day of School at least for our class http www youtube com watch v eWXOurnVTYg Instructors Sarah Albert salbert2 illinois edu Course instructor TA s Jessica Brandt jrbrandt illinois edu Adam Brandt abrandt2 illinois edu A bit about me Sarah Albert Teaching Associate in the Companion Animal Biology and Humane Education program within the Department of Animal Sciences B S in Animal Sciences Illinois M S in Agriculture Education Illinois Involved in animal rescue animal sheltering and other companion animal issues for over 10 years My pets Soot 7 year old retired research cat Favorite things Eating and sleeping Jax 2 year old pit bull rescue Favorite things playing with other dogs and trying to play with the cat Who says dogs and cats don t get along Instructor Assignments Last names A I Sarah Albert salbert2 illinois edu Last names J O Jessica Brandt jrbrandt illinois edu Last names P Z Adam Brandt abrandt2 illinois edu Course Website Illinois Compass 2g https compass2g illinois edu Things you will find Syllabus Topic Schedule PowerPoint Presentations Reflective Posts Writing Assignment Resources Exam Study Guides By taking this course you should achieve the following personal and academic goals 1 Understand the role of companion animals in society today and historically and how these animals contribute to the lives of many different people 2 Discuss several important animal welfare concerns that exist currently in this country involving companion animals and synthesize ways in which you can personally help improve the treatment of those animals in the future 3 Analyze how your personal choices and lifestyle can impact the welfare of animals across the nation 4 Describe the impact of the pet industry in this country emphasizing the variety of careers and opportunities that exist for individuals interested in working with companion animals 5 Evaluate your personal feelings and attitudes of the pet overpopulation issue after a visit to a local animal shelter How will you meet these goals 1 Understand the role of companion animals in society today and historically and how these animals contribute to the lives of many different people 3 Hour Exams Multiple choice true false and matching 50 questions 60 minutes Given during regular class period Dates listed in Topic Schedule Questions based on lecture material and discussions held during class Study guides will be available on Compass No final exam for the class 2 Discuss several important animal welfare concerns that exist currently in this country involving companion animals and synthesize ways in which you can personally help improve the treatment of those animals in the future AND 3 Analyze how your personal choices and lifestyle can impact the welfare of animals across the nation Reflective Posts 20 points each Reflective posts are given throughout the semester First one is this Thursday Opens at 6pm on Thursday and due by 11 59pm on the following Monday on Compass Materials will be given to you along with questions to answer Graded on completeness and quality of answers Points can be deducted for grammar spelling See topic schedule for dates assigned and due As materials given relate to the schedule of topics presented during class no late submissions or make ups are given for reflective posts 4 Describe the impact of the pet industry in this country emphasizing the variety of careers and opportunities that exist for individuals interested in working with companion animals Careers with Companion Animals Paper 50 points and due on October 24th Choose a career related to your current interests major that involves companion animals in some way More specific instructions will be provided on Compass Consider career options throughout the semester 5 Evaluate your personal feelings and attitudes of the pet overpopulation issue after a visit to a local animal shelter Animal Sheltering Paper Personally tour the Champaign County Humane Society Have your assignment signed by a staff member Write a reflection of your experiences at the shelter as they relate to the topics discussed in class More information Compass Hard copy due by the last day of lecture You will be evaluated on your ability to reach the course goals as seen below Reflective Posts 20 points each Hour Exams 3 exams 50 points each Points available 140 150 Percent of Grade 36 38 Additional Assignments 100 points total Careers with Companion Animals Paper Animal Sheltering Paper 50 50 13 13 Total 390 100 Note for the Course We will discuss highly emotional and sensitive topics throughout the course Many differing opinions exist about these issues Please be respectful of those around you As instructors we are respectful of others opinions and try our best to provide you with information on all sides of each issue presented Please read the Syllabus on Compass for more specific information regarding the course Questions so far Companion Animals and the Human Animal Bond Objectives What are companion animals Who owns companion animals What is the human animal bond What are the benefits of the human animal bond What is a companion animal What is a companion animal Animals staying in the company of humans or providing company to humans Kept for pleasure rather than utility Receive personal attention Primary benefits are non commercial Also known as pets Roles in Society Companionship True companion animal Other roles of common companion animal species Protection Search and Rescue Racing sprints and sledding Hunting Herding Breeding and Showing Assistance Therapy And much more Pet Ownership Statistics 2011 2012 American Pet Product Association s National Pet Ownership Survey 62 of households own at least one pet 72 9 million homes have pets 78 2 million dogs 86 4 million cats 16 2 million birds 16 million small animals 13 million reptiles Why do we love cats and dogs Why People Love Cats and Dogs http www pbs org wnet nature episodes w hy we love cats and dogs video fullepisode 4673 The Human Animal Bond The human animal bond is a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship between people and animals that is influenced by behaviors that are essential to the health and well being of both This includes but is not limited to emotional psychological and physical interactions of people animals and the environment American Veterinary Medical Association Benefits of the Human Animal Bond Reduces stress Increases exercise play and