EQ 220 - Equine Nutrition

Institution:

Cazenovia College (Closed 2023)

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Description:

Students study the theoretical and practical aspects associated with the science and art of equine nutrition. The topics of digestive anatomy and physiology are reviewed; classes of nutrients and feeds in which they are contained are discussed and the relationship between quality feeds and top performance is explored. Also included: feeding various classes of horses and current topics in equine nutrition. A weekly laboratory session provides time for forage and concentrate identification along with studying techniques of ration analysis. Nutritional disorders are covered along with the relationship between nutrition and proper conditioning. (Offered spring term) Recommended prerequisite: SM 215 Equine Anatomy and Physiology.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cazenovia.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 654-3210

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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