The course also includes discussion of common breeds of horses and their uses in the horse industry. This Course is Required for Students in the Equine Option in Animal Sciences. Course material focuses on the application of nutrition, reproduction and genetic sciences to the production of horses. Course material covers the management of all classes of horses from birth, to performance, to reproduction. Discussion of types of facilities and management practices best suited to different types of equine operations.
Course includes lecture and laboratory segments.
Several laboratory sessions include field trips to area farms involved in the commercial production of horses for sale, racing or showing. This Course is Required for Students in the Equine Option in Animal Sciences. Course includes field trips to local sales, horse shows and farms. Students have the opportunity to compete in Intercollegiate Judging Competitions. An intensive examination of the many facets of the horse industry in Kentucky.