Approaches to teaching animal welfare at 13 veterinary schools worldwide.
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This paper comprises brief descriptions by faculty at 13 veterinary schools in Europe, North America, South America, and Australasia that summarize undergraduate training in animal welfare at the respective schools and how students are assessed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of veterinary medical education
دوره 32 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005