University of North Texas students help animals live safely and happily

December 27, 2008 by Jenna_blog · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Dallas News, Denton County, Education 

Dec 27, 2008

DENTON (UNT), Texas – If you have ever given your pet a bath, then you may be able to imagine how challenging it could be to bathe and handle a wild animal; yet, zookeepers and naturalists regularly need to bathe and provide medical treatment for animals to ensure that they have a safe and happy life.

Students from the Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals, a student organization at the University of North Texas, are learning about challenges associated with caring for wild animals at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in McKinney.  ORCA and the Heard Museum have partnered to support the Heard’s non-native animal exhibit. The relationship creates a positive, hands-on learning environment for ORCA students while providing the museum with animal behavior training.

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Denton, Texas - Denton County

October 31, 2008 by Jenna_blog · Leave a Comment
Filed under: Denton County, North Dallas Cities 

Denton Texas is located 36 miles from Dallas and Fort Worth. Denton is the county seat of Denton County and serves as home to the University of North Texas (UNT). Denton, Texas borders Lake Lewisville. Denton is a college town, and is also a great place for families.

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