health check Flashcards
what order are body parts checked
head to bottom
steps to a health check
- check PPE
- wash hands
- non-slip mat
- disinfect area
- carrier + disinfect that too
- assess temperament + condition
- approach and place in carrier
- bring out
- do initial check of clinical signs and body score etc
- check body parts
- place in carrier
- return to enclosure
- check temperament + behaviour again
- disinfect
- wash hands
BEAMSS
- behaviour
- environment
- attitude
- movement
- safety + security
- social
healthy abdomen
free from wounds + sores, not solid with gas
healthy anus
clean, with no staining, scouring or sores
healthy appetite
eating and drinking the recommended amount
healthy breathing
quiet + regular (30 - 60 BrPM)
healthy claws
short and not jagged / torn at the end
healthy coat
smooth, glossy + clean, no bald patches or visible parasites
healthy demeanour
alert + watchful, even at rest
healthy droppings
dry + well formed
healthy ears
clean, free from scabs + deposits, no yeasty smell
healthy eyes
clear, bright + watchful, no discharge
healthy feet
strong, clean feet, with no cysts in between toes + no matted fur on soles
healthy movement
strong movements, particularly in the hind legs
