Companion Animal Science CDE

COMPANION ANIMAL SCIENCE
CAREER DEVELOPMENT EVENT

Overview

In the Companion Animal Science Career Development Event (CDE), students working in teams demonstrate their technical competency with companion animals by completing a written exam, critical-thinking scenario questions, identifications and hands-on practicums.

This Minnesota-only event is designed to assess student knowledge, application, analytical, and evaluation abilities, in the area of small animal care, veterinary skills, and pet store management. Students advance to the National competition in the Veterinary Science CDE.