The Small Animal Management Program at Jefferson-Lewis BOCES is designed as a two year program for

juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in Animal Management. Small Animal Management

encompasses the study of dogs, cats, pocket pets, laboratory animals, livestock, equines, and, to a lesser extent

exotic species. The emphasis will primarily be on the care and handling of dogs and cats.

Small Animal Management units are designed to provide students with practical experience while focusing on

critical thinking and depth of understanding. Through hands-on application, shared skills and various on-the-job

learning opportunities, students become familiar with good working ethic, teamwork, responsibilities and specific

career requirements.

Because the curriculum is so flexible and the field is so diverse, Small Animal Management graduates have the

opportunity to go in many interesting directions: veterinary medicine, grooming, sale and retail, animal

production, zoo keeper, and many more.