ANS 221 Equine Conformation and Performance
Teaches students practical skills in four specific areas of horse science: anatomy, foot and leg care, fitting and showing, and horse conformation judging and assessing conformation for performance. Recognizing common unsoundnesses and blemishes also is covered.
Offered
Offered Spring only
Notes
Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Distinguish types and breeds. Safety handle and restrain a horse. Understand the skeletal and muscle anatomy, physiology and behavior of the horse. Age a horse using wear patterns on teeth. Explain basic equine reproductive, physiology, and breeding methods. Select and balance a quality feed ration. Practice good equine husbandry and management. Write a formal scientific laboratory report.