Dozens of stuffed animals are now healthier after visiting the 泰迪熊医院 在太阳城集团博彩.
的 second annual event brought 57 children to the 东校区 to get checkups for their favorite stuffed animals and learn about careers in the veterinary industry.
的 hospital included stations for weight check, x射线, 用绷带包扎, 心率, 药学和外科, all done by 19 students in the BHC Veterinary Technology Program.
“的 泰迪熊医院 is a unique experience for children, blending imagination and medical care in a real veterinary hospital setting,”医生说。. Colleen Lewis, lead veterinarian for the BHC Veterinary Technology Program.
“As the children and their families moved through the six stations, they learned a lot about how we care for pets behind the scenes, and it was easy to see their nerves melt away,”她说。.
的 free event was in partnership with the Kewanee Animal Shelter. Children and their families brought items such as dog treats, 猫对待, 纸巾, bleach and garbage bags to donate to the shelter as well as generous cash donations.
的 BHC Veterinary Technology Program is accepting applications for Fall 2024 and will host an 开放的房子 周五,2月. 23从1-4页.m.
