https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7 en-us 2019-02-11 10:54:20 UTC 2025-02-27 14:17:08 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Xmastree.png ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329796285 I place old and dirty substrate into the correct bin while I am cleaning out an enclosure. making sure to not make a mess and not allowing the bin to overfill. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:01:47 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329796285 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329796560 once I have cleaned out enclosures, cleaned the room and wiped down all sides, one of the last jobs I had to do was empty the rubbish into the correct bins. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:03:05 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329796560 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329797572
Filling out record books is a very important side to looking after any animal. They will hold information about a specific animal and show all dietry needs. when filling in the record I write down how much food was given, if I had cleaned the enclosure or not, water change and any changes I find to the animal. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:07:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329797572 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329797893 we welcomed new baby goats to the college and our group had the privilege of carrying out the first health checks. at this point the baby goats were around a week old and there mother was still very protective, we had to carry out the health checks on both babys and mother as quickly as possible to ensure either don't get stressed out. we first observed the goats to see if there were any visable problems. once this was done the mother was distracted with dry pasta as we took one of the goats and proceeded to carry out health checks, I checked the baby goat all over, cleaned the dried poo that had accumulated on their tails with soft cotton balls and olive oil. once this was done I took the internal temperature and weight of each and recorded the results in the record books. carefully placing each of the baby goats back into the enclosure with their mother once I was done. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:08:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329797893 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329799468

First I located the praying mantis and began removing branches and flora from the cage to give the mantis more room to eat and so I can get easy access to feed. I then collected a cricket and placed it on the end of forceps, I then placed the cricket in front of the mantis and waited for her to strike. once she had I monitored her until she was finished an carefully restored her cage back to normal. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329799468 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329800085
Here I am cleaning out an enclosure for guinea pigs, the guinea pigs have been removed and put into a temporary enclosure whilst this one is cleaned. I started off by putting on a grey overall and washing my hands. I then gathered together the equipment I needed ensuring none of it is broken and is safe for use. I then proceeded to clean out the enclosure starting with the substrate, cleaning down the walls and décor inside the enclosure. once it was fully cleaned I replaced the substrate, gave them fresh food and water and added hay and some extra enrichment. once I was happy that the enclosure was clean safe and secure I placed the guinea pigs back in. I then filled out the record books. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:17:14 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329800085 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329801856 when feeding animals I check to see if previous food has been eaten and discard of any old food, I then follow the animals feeding diet and feed them according. I change the water daily to allow them access to fresh clean water. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:23:39 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329801856 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329802206
In this practical we walked and groomed the horses, whilst also doing a health check. firstly we gathered the correct equipment and PPE that was required and assessed the horses to see what mood they were in. once it had been determined that the horses were willing we entered there paddock and proceeded to place there harnesses and leads on ready for their walk. I made sure to stay alert and move with the horse. I then took a horse to a grooming area and tied him up to start grooming, brushing there coat and main removing as much dirt as possible, I then cleaned there hoofs and gave them a health check. once this had been done we walked them around the college campus for some extra enrichment and exercise. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:25:02 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329802206 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329802818 In groups, our goal was to create enrichment for any animal at the college, we decided to create some enrichment for Stella the pot bellied pig. we first decided on what we would do, a rooting box is what we decided, we then drew up a plan with a list of what we needed. we gathered the materials and as a group assembled the rooting box using fresh fruit as the treat. once the box was completed we checked over it to make sure it is safe to put into the pen with the pig. we placed the box into the pen and watched as Stella rooted through excited by what she might find. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:27:09 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329802818 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329803596 Here I was cleaning out the fish tanks, just like before most practical lessons I would put on the appropriate overall, remove any jewellery and wash my hands. once I have done this I will gather the correct equipment needed for the job, making sure they work and are not damaged. I clean off the algae that had accumulated on the glass then proceeded to use a siphon to clean the gravel/substrate, throughout the procedure I make sure to keep away from the fish that inhabit the tank, trying not to stress them out as much as possible. I removed any décor that was inside the tank and cleaned them with fresh water before putting them back into the tank. once the tank is clean I checked the filter for any blockages and made sure the tank was safe for the fish. ]]> 2019-02-11 11:29:52 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329803596 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329806258 2019-02-11 11:38:24 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329806258 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329807076 During this practical we were walking dogs, I started off by choosing which dog I would be walking and checking their record book for any requirement needed during the walk. I then put on a blue overall and suitable shoes, grabbed some waste bags and then I was ready to take the dog on his walk. I ensured that it was safe to remove the dog from his crate and proceeded to place his collar and lead on. once done we started our walk around the designated route the college has for the walking of dog. when the dog had a bowel movement I would clean up when appropriate, after the walk I would return the dog back to his crate and fill in their record books detailing how long we walked for and any problems and bowel movements there was.]]> 2019-02-11 11:41:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/329807076 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331676083 2019-02-15 10:58:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331676083 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331676354 When clipping claws on ferrets its best to have another person restraining the animal to reduce the risk of any injury. making sure the animal is calm and not stressed out, one will proceed to restrain while the other can clip the claws being sure not to clip them too short. ]]> 2019-02-15 10:59:44 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331676354 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331676610 when doing health checks on chicken being able to restrain them Is important, placing your hands around the top of the chicken and wrapping round ensuring to hold down the wings so they do not flap or try to escape. with a firm grip you will be able to lift the chicken without causing stress or injury. At this point we covered the feet of the chicken in vaseline to prevent scaly mites from spreading. ]]> 2019-02-15 11:01:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331676610 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331677975 we decided to take Stella the pot bellied pig on a walk for enrichment and exercise purposes. with one person in front with food encouraging her to follow, the rest of us surrounded with boards to help steer her in the right direction, making sure to give her plenty of space and freedom to explore new areas and smells. 

]]> 2019-02-15 11:07:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331677975 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331678471 I set up a small enrichment project to keep Stella active and to keep her from getting bored. I put on an overall and boots. using 3 bottles filled part way with food and some hay to create a bit of a challenge, I suspended them on a rope allowing them to spin and release the food. ]]> 2019-02-15 11:09:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331678471 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331678773 Stella trying out her new enrichment project that will help keep her busy and challenge her brain. ]]> 2019-02-15 11:11:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/331678773 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/338335941 once spring had almost started it was time to give the ponies a bath to help remove some of their winter coat that has started shedding. Its also good to help get out dirt and mud that has accumulated since there last bath. we started by brushing off any loose fur and dirt, then used a hose to get the coat wet and used brushes to lather soap into the ponies coat, after a good scrub we rinsed off all the soap and dried off the ponies before taking them on a little walk back to there paddock. ]]> 2019-03-06 12:29:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/338335941 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345662201
At the start of the lesson I put on the correct overall and washed my hands before and after touching each animal. we were learning about handling and restraint and in teams of 2 we both tried out the best ways at handling the guinea pig without harming or stressing out the animal. ]]> 2019-03-27 12:39:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345662201 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345662696
When learning how to restrain a guinea pig it is important to ensure the animal is not under too much stress and the restraint method you use doesn't cause any unnecessary harm to the animal. the method shown here is good for trimming claws and general health checks. ]]> 2019-03-27 12:40:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345662696 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345664843 at the start of the lesson I put on the appropriate overall and washed my hands. In a team of 2 we both took turns trying different methods of restraint, ensuring that the bearded dragon doesn't get stressed out or injured, as they are usually really calm it was very easy to restrain without causing stress. this is just one of the methods we tried. ]]> 2019-03-27 12:44:57 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345664843 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345667200 beaded dragons are usually easy to handle, they don't wriggle or try to escape and are quite happy to just sit on your hand. when handling be sure to support the bottom of the dragon and allow it to lie across your hand in a comfortable position 

]]> 2019-03-27 12:50:13 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345667200 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345667563 a group of us took the baby goats and mother goat on a walk around the campus, before we started we put on overalls and boots, washed our hands and collected the collars and leads]]> 2019-03-27 12:51:00 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345667563 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345667970 Firstly I put on an overall, boots and washed my hands, I gathered any equipment needed and started to observe the temperament of the sheep I would handle. I then proceeded to catch the sheep as quickly and safely as possible and as to not stress it out. Once I had the sheep I could start the process of tipping i positioned the sheep in front of me with its head pointing forward and my knees placed at the back of the sheep, I started by tilting the head to one side and holding it there.. ]]> 2019-03-27 12:51:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345667970 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345668418 Once the head is tilted to the side I can lift up the sheep from the front and use my knees to push the sheep's behind forward so it's sat up straight all while keeping the head tilted to one side..]]> 2019-03-27 12:52:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345668418 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345668721 Once the sheep is sat on its behind I released the head and allowed the sheep to find its own comfortable position while keeping it sat up, once you are at this stage you can proceed to health check or sheer the sheep. I used this particular method of tipping as it has the least amount of risk to injury for the sheep. ]]> 2019-03-27 12:53:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/345668721 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/348010541 Once I have tipped the sheep using the correct method I carried out health checks. Checking the eyes ears nose and mouth for any signs of disease or injury. I also checked the genital area and the behind for any problems. ]]> 2019-04-03 11:36:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/348010541 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/360362478 Before handling the iguana I put on an appropriate overall, washed my hands and monitored the iguana for a little to determine her temperament. I layed down a towel to place her on and proceeded to handle her, when picking her up I made sure I was spreading her body weight across my arm as not to put too much pressure on her. Placing her on the towel i placed one hand on her back just infront of her back legs and the other hand on the back of her head to help restrict her movement without causing stress of harm. ]]> 2019-05-15 14:30:43 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/360362478 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/360363580 When handling the iguana its best to use gloves as their claws are sharp and can cause many scratches on your arms, make sure her weight it spread across your arms to avoid putting too much pressure on her body. Be confident as they may try to escape, simply keep her in your arms without stressing her out. ]]> 2019-05-15 14:32:50 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/360363580 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/362492854 I put on the correct overall and washed my hands before starting, I gathered the equipment I needed and got the bath ready for the dragons, using warm water one by one I bathed the bearded dragons whilst also doing casual health checks as I go on. Making sure to change the water between each dragon,this will help prevent fungal infections from spreading through the enclosure. ]]> 2019-05-22 11:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/362492854 ingham_g https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/367912375 when using materials supplied by a supplier or manufacture it is important to always read the instructions and follow then correctly. with materials like anigene the dilution rates will be clearly wrote on the bottle, in some circumstances you are to follow your workplace instructions on dilution as many animals may need different ratios. when working with certain materials PPE can be required, in the case of anigene gloves should be worn to prevent your hands from becoming irritated. always seek help or advice if you are unsure about any instructions. ]]> 2019-06-17 12:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/ingham_g/pq3bcj8sp6e7/wish/367912375