EQS 225 Equine Health Management

Examines the care of the horse, symptoms, causes, care and prevention of diseases and injuries; assisting the farrier and veterinarian; basics of blood testing, immunizations, parasites and their control; and record-keeping. Lecture, discussion, practica, laboratory and experiential work required at the stable. Prerequisites: EQS 110, EQS 116 or VMT 216. (4 sem. hrs.)