This course teaches the fundamentals of equine nutrition. Students will learn the physiology of the equine digestive system, nutrients available in different feeds, and how to apply that knowledge.
Horse nutrition is both an art and a science. Upon completing the course the student will have the basic knowledge needed to properly feed performance horses, helping them reach their potential. Experience and observation will then be supported by a solid scientific foundation of equine nutrition.Understanding the Equine Digestive System
- Lesson One: Understanding The Equine Digestive System
- Lesson Two: The Six Nutrients
- Lesson Three: Forage
- Lesson Four: Grain and Commercial Feeds
- Lesson Five: Supplements and Nutraceuticals
- Lesson Six: Know the Numbers: Balancing a Feed Ration
- Lesson Seven: Feeding the Future Performance Horse
- Lesson Eight: Feeding the Performance Horse
- Lesson Nine: Feeding Horses with Special Needs
- Lesson Ten: Feeding the Senior Horse
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- Start course at anytime – no waiting for a semester to begin
- Completion deadline of one year from enrollment date. Extensions available.
- Work one-on-one with your instructor
- You can take just the one course