Equine Management

The Applied Equine Management minor is designed to give students the practical knowledge and experience needed to own or work with horses. Students enrolled in the minor will learn basic animal science, basic equine science, feeding, nutrition, basic riding, and management practices. This minor allows students to pursue elective courses that supplement quine business and range management practices. 

Students who successfully complete a minor in applied equine management will be able to:

• Demonstrate how to balance a ration for a horse taking into consideration the equine digestive anatomy.
• Demonstrate safe handling and work practices keeping both the horse and worker in mind.
• Demonstrate the evaluation of a horse based on confirmation and anatomy.
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and treatment plan for, common disease, parasites, injury and nutrition-related illness.
• Demonstrate an understanding of specific equine-related facilities and housing practices.