Feed formulation and manufacturing for normal and abnormal conditions in a variety of animals are an important part of the course. A knowledge of basic nutrition is prerequisite. A comprehensive course to help prepare students to be equitation instructors. Intermediate I - level riding ability and consent of instructor. A study of the breeding, nutrition, health, anatomy, physiology and management on the horse.
Consideration is given to the theoretical as well as practical aspects of the horse industry.
The moral and ethical theories of animal right and welfare as they pertain to farm animals. Exploration of the history of the history of farm animal rights and welfare movement today. Special attention will be given to the economic, ethical and welfare aspects of currently used animal husbandry practices. Discussion of reading from assigned book and journal articles. An introduction to the study of animal diseases.