Dozens of stuffed animals are now healthier after visiting the 泰迪熊医院 at 太阳城集团博彩.
的 first annual event brought 55 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, 心电图, 处方, surgery prep and surgery, all done by students in the BHC Veterinary Technology Program.
“It was amazing to hear all the stories about how their animals were sick or injured,珍妮特·约翰逊说, director of the BHC Veterinary Technology Program.
“We heard great comments from the parents, 爷爷奶奶, aunts and uncles who came with the kids, and we hope to do this event again,”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.
的 BHC Veterinary Technology Program is accepting applications for Fall 2023 and will host an 开放的房子 周五,2月. 17从1-4页.m.