60 http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ en-us Career Opportunities with Companion Animals Kurtis Harms kharms3@unl.edu clean University of Nebraska-Lincoln Discover Careers with Companion Animals Companion animals are diverse group of animals that includes dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, companion birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and many more. There are currently more than 1.1 billion companion animals worldwide. In fact, there are more companion animals than people in the US. The goal of the companion animal podcast is to improve the quality of life of companion animals and to show viewers the diverse career opportunities with companion animals. University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (14) Since Raptor Recovery Nebraska was founded in 1976, over 6,000 birds of prey have been treated. More than 50% of these birds have been released back into the wild. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-033010.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:00:00 CDT 05:46 raptor, raptor recovery, birds, birds of prey, eagles, eagle, hawks, talons, vultures, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (13) Experts, including a UNL herpetologist and zoo employees from the Lincoln Children's Zoo and the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo, explain their careers and how they interact with exotic animals. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-120209.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:00:00 CDT 14:37 Exotic, exotic animal, exotic animals, snakes, lizards, frogs, toads, snake, toad, frog, lizard, reptile, reptiles, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (12) Terry Workman, owner and founder of WayToMe Acres, discusses how he developed an interest in herding dogs. He describes how he turned his hobby into a business. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-111809.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:00:00 CDT 07:50 Herding, herding dogs, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (11) Animal training is another important component of the companion animal industry. In this segment, experts share their experiences training animals and they explain what career opportunities are available. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-110409.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:00:00 CDT 06:37 animal training, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (10) The Nebraska State Patrol utilizes dogs trained in detection work (either drug or explosives) and patrol work. In this segment, Lt. Mark Stokey describes the K-9 division and how he turned his love of animals into a career. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-102109.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:00:00 CDT 06:09 Nebraska State Patrol, state patrol, police, k9, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (9) This video segment shows how companion animals can improve human life. Experts working with local and national companion animal therapy programs discuss their roles. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-100709.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:00:00 CDT 14:23 Animal Assisted Therapy, Therapy, Domestipups, Animal Assisted Crisis Response, crisis, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (8) The Cat House is the largest no-kill shelter for cats in Lincoln, Nebraska. In this video segment, Cat House volunteer, Carol Mathias discusses her responsibilities at the facility. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-092309.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:00:00 CDT 06:54 Cat House, the Cat house, shelter, animal shelter, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (7) Other than being a veterinarian, there are many other career paths for individuals interested in companion animals. In this video, industry professionals talk about products and services related to the companion animal industry. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-090909.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:00:00 CDT 14:33 pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (6) Driftwood Kennels is a family owned kennel, which specializes in personalized service and premium care for all clients. Mike Anderson, owner of the kennel explains his passion for companion animals and he provides information on his business. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-081909.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:00:00 CDT 09:50 Driftwood Kennels, kennel, drift wood kennel, kennels, groomer, pet groomer, veterinarian, vet, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (5) A look at the different careers available within a pet food company (Nestlé Purina PetCare), and how current employees turned their love of animals into a career. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-080509.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:00:00 CDT 07:17 Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, Nestle, Purina, Nestle Purina, pet food, veterinarian, vet, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (4) All companion animals need nutritious food to survive. It's important to have qualified food production companies to provide quality food to our pets. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-071509.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:00:00 CDT 15:05 pet food, veterinarian, vet, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (3) Veterinarians are important to the overall health of companion animals. In this segment, industry professionals with experience in animal health care discuss their job responsibilities and how they developed an interest in veterinary medicine. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-070109.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:00:00 CDT 11:38 veterinarian, vet, pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (2) Jobs and career opportunities are growing dramatically in the companion animal industry. In this segment, industry professionals from zoos, humane societies, and pet food production facilities explain the wide range of careers. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-061709.m4v http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:00:00 CDT 05:08 pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL, Extension University of Nebraska Career Opportunities with Companion Animals (1) UNL assistant professor of animal science, Lisa Karr-Lilienthal explains the purpose of the companion animal podcast, and she discusses the growing industry. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/CompanionAnimals/CA-060309.mp4 http://www.animalscience.unl.edu/extension/companion.html/ Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:00:00 CDT 02:30 pets, companion animals, animal science, cats, dogs, small animals, Nebraska, cooperative extension, UNL