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Veterinary School for Everyone: Caring for Cats and Dogs

11h 24m 11s
English
Paid
Updated September 2026

Veterinary School for Everyone: Caring for Cats and Dogs is a 24-lesson 11 hours 24 minutes self-paced course by Dr. Justine Lee, Wondrium (The Great Courses). Board-certified veterinary specialist Dr.

Course facts

Lessons
24
Duration
11 hours 24 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
2026-09-11
Instructor
Dr. Justine Lee, Wondrium (The Great Courses)
Price
Premium

Board-certified veterinary specialist Dr. Justine Lee, an emergency vet, shares the practical knowledge behind keeping a cat or dog genuinely healthy, not merely absent of visible symptoms.

What you'll take away

  • How to build a diet that actually matches your pet's needs
  • Preventive habits that head off common illnesses before they start
  • How to set up a home environment that's both safe and mentally stimulating for your pet

By the end of the 24 lessons, you'll be able to spot early warning signs in cats and dogs, understand how nutrition affects long-term health, and make informed calls about your pet's day-to-day care.

Who teaches Veterinary School for Everyone: Caring for Cats and Dogs?

Dr. Justine Lee

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Dr. Justine Lee is a US veterinarian, animal-medicine educator, and the founder of VETgirl (a continuing-education platform for veterinary professionals). Her teaching material on companion-animal medicine has been published as on-demand video courses for general adult audiences.

Her CourseFlix listing carries Veterinary School for Everyone — Caring for Cats and Dogs — a structured lecture series on companion-animal health and welfare aimed at pet owners and animal-care enthusiasts.

Material is paid and aimed at general adult learners interested in animal welfare. The course sits in the broader Non-Tech catalog on CourseFlix.

Wondrium (The Great Courses)

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Wondrium (formerly The Great Courses Plus and originally The Great Courses) is a US online education platform that has been publishing university-level video lecture series since 1990. The platform's distinctive contribution is the depth and production quality of its courses — each is taught by a tenured university professor with the production values of a documentary series, not a YouTube tutorial.

The catalog covers academic disciplines rather than technical-skill training: history, philosophy, science, mathematics, literature, music theory, religion, economics. Material is taught by faculty from Stanford, Yale, Princeton, the University of Chicago, MIT, and similar institutions. Wondrium is typically used by intellectually-curious adult learners filling in the liberal-arts side of their education.

The CourseFlix listing under this source carries over 19 Wondrium / Great Courses titles spanning that range — sitting in the broader CourseFlix catalog as general-interest reference rather than as a software-engineering track. Material is paid; Wondrium itself runs on a monthly / annual subscription on the original platform.

What lessons are included in Veterinary School for Everyone: Caring for Cats and Dogs?

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#1: 1 Picking a Pet for a Lifetime
All Course Lessons (24)
#Lesson TitleDurationAccess
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1 Picking a Pet for a Lifetime Demo
29:29
2
2 Introducing New Pets to your Family
28:12
3
3 Essentials of raising a pet
27:41
4
4 Finding the right vet for your pet
28:30
5
5 Vaccinating pets against disease
30:49
6
6 Protecting pets from parasites
30:01
7
7 Spaying and neutering pets
30:56
8
8 Caring for cats
28:37
9
9 Litter boxes and cat hygiene
25:51
10
10 How to train your dog
26:03
11
11 Diet and nutrition for dogs and cats
29:55
12
12 Tips for beter pet budgeting
27:18
13
13 Commong Maladies in cats and dogs
28:07
14
14 Diabetes and endocrine disorders
30:11
15
15 Preventative care for your pet
26:04
16
16 The veterinary emergency room
25:32
17
17 Most common pet emergencies
30:30
18
18 Treating poisoned pets
27:11
19
19 Most common pet toxins
31:08
20
20 Cancer in cats and dogs
29:31
21
21 How to care for an aging pet
28:21
22
22 Common Zoonotic diseases
29:57
23
23 Pet euthanasia and end-of-life care
26:25
24
24 So you want to be a vet
27:52
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Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are needed for this course?
This course does not require any formal prerequisites. It is designed for pet owners or those looking to better understand the care of cats and dogs. No prior veterinary knowledge is needed, as the course aims to provide foundational insights into pet care, including nutrition, preventive measures, and understanding common health issues.
What will I learn to do by the end of this course?
By the end of the course, you will be equipped to understand the essential aspects of pet nutrition, identify and prevent common maladies that affect cats and dogs, and create a loving and safe home environment for your pets. The course also covers practical topics such as training, budgeting for pet care, and addressing emergencies.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is aimed at pet owners, prospective pet owners, and anyone interested in learning how to care for cats and dogs. It is also suitable for individuals considering a career in veterinary medicine, as it provides foundational knowledge that can be built upon in more specialized studies.
How does this course compare in depth and scope to similar courses?
This course offers a broad overview of essential pet care principles, from picking a pet for a lifetime to end-of-life care. It covers 24 lessons that include practical tips on nutrition, preventive care, and handling emergencies. Compared to other courses, it provides a comprehensive foundation but may not delve as deeply into specialized medical topics.
What specific tools or platforms will I learn about?
The course covers various tools and platforms related to pet care, such as identifying the right vet for your pet, understanding vaccinations, and learning about common pet toxins. It also offers insights into creating a safe home environment and managing pet hygiene, especially for cat litter boxes.
What isn't covered in this course?
While the course provides a broad overview of pet care, it does not cover advanced veterinary techniques or surgical procedures in depth. Topics like genetic diseases specific to particular breeds or detailed pharmacological treatments are not part of the syllabus. The focus is on general care and preventive measures.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
The course consists of 24 lessons, but the total runtime is not specified. To get the most out of the course, it is advisable to allocate time not only for the lessons themselves but also for reviewing materials and applying the knowledge practically. This might mean setting aside several hours a week for comprehensive learning and practice.