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The respiratory system

EQUINE ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

learn more about the structure and function of the upper & lower respiratory tract;
understand the respiration & gas exchange;
discover the performance of the respiratory system; and;
know common diseases of the respiratory system.

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The reproductive system

EQUINE ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

learn which structures belong to the male & female reproductive system;
be aware of the seasonality & the reproductive cycle of the mare;
find out what happens when a mare is bred;
know how a pregnancy develops;
understand what colostrum is & why it is so important;
discover the methods used in equine assisted reproduction; and;
what methods can be used to castrate a stallion.

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General conformation

EQUINE CONFORMATION

learn what the term conformation means;
know why a horse’s conformation is important;
learn how use & breed of the horse affect its conformation; and;
how to assess different parts of the horse’s body.

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Handling horses

BEHAVIOUR & HANDLING

be aware of the golden rules of handling horses;
understand how to approach a horse;
learn how to lead a horse & which equipment to use;
know how to tie a horse;
how to handle a horse’s legs; and;
be aware of what to watch out for when handling young & inexperienced horses.

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Nutrition

HUSBANDRY & FEEDING

understand what nutrients are & where they come from;
know what terms like energy & metabolism really mean;
learn the differences between carbohydrates, proteins and fats;
find out how a horse digests & uses different types of nutrients;
discover which nutrients, vitamins & minerals are essential for a horse; and;
find out why different types of horses need different amounts of energy.

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Diseases of the digestive system

EQUINE HEALTH

discover the typical clinical signs of a problem in the digestive tract;
be aware of the diseases of the oral cavity, the oesophagus, the stomach & the small and large intestine;
learn about the internal parasites found in the horse; and;
understand how to make management decisions that will help keep a horse’s digestive system healthy.

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