In this course, students will have the opportunity to explore careers and volunteer opportunities related to working with dogs. The course will also focus on how to be a responsible dog owner, and the costs and responsibility of owning a pet. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to do research based on characteristics and personality of different breeds of dogs.
The course will include field trips to the following settings:
- A veterinary clinic
- A privately-owned kennel
- A grooming business
- One of the local humane societies
- Local pet store
In addition, there may be class presentations by individuals involved in raising and training guide dogs for the blind, therapy dogs, as well as a possible visit from the local or state police K-9 unit.
What comes after graduation? Many College Experience students, in fact most, choose to remain in Albany. They maintain friendships with their fellow and former graduates, form romantic partnerships, and some get married.