Lecture
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9/26 |
Reproduction
¨
Explain the difference in estrus and diestrus, as well as the
estrous cycle. ¨
Name and explain the importance of hormones effecting reproduction. ¨
Develop a breeding calendar. |
HIH
910-950 |
9/28
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Reproduction
¨
Know the gestation length of the horse. ¨
Describe several signs that a mare is ready to foal. ¨
Name and describe the three stages of the foaling process. |
HIH
910-950 DEBATE TOPIC |
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10/3 |
Aging
A Horse/ Equine Dentistry Dr.
Joan Howard |
HIH 240, 405 |
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10/5 |
Horse-Environment
Interactions ·
Understand and discuss horse behavior and how it relates to
working around and training horses |
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10/10 |
Locomotion ¨
Identify and discuss the gaits of the horse ¨
Know the defects in gaits |
HIH
505 Locomotion |
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10/12 |
Locomotion Aging A Horse ·
Determine the age of a horse |
HIH 240, 405 |
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10/17 |
Metabolic
disorders ¨
Know TPR for a horse. ¨
Comprehend causes & prevention of colic |
HIH 425, 435,
635 |
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10/19 |
Equine
Diseases ¨
Know the following diseases and be able to differentiate between
them: Influenza, Rabies, EVA, Rhinopneumontis, type 1 and 4, EPM, EIA, Strangles,
Tetanus, Encephalomyelitis, Potomac Horse Fever, West Niles Virus ¨
Be able to give a brief description of a treatment for a horse
with one of the above diseases. ¨
Be able to differentiate between EHV 1 and 4. ¨
Know at what times to vaccinate for these diseases. ¨
Know the symptoms and warning signs that your horse may have a
disease |
HIH
425, 445, 605-655 |
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10/24 |
Equine
Diseases |
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10/21 |
POSTER
PRESENTATIONS @ THE EQUINE INFORMATIONAL FORUM |
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10/26 |
Parasites
and Parasite Control ¨
Be able to distinguish between the following parasites: Ascarids,
Bots, Stomach Worm, Large Strongyle, Tape Worm, Small Strongyle, Pin Worm ¨
Know the effects these parasites have on the horse. ¨
Know the life cycle of the parasite ¨
Know the treatments for these parasites, and be able to create a
deworming schedule. |
HIH
415, 430 |
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10/31 |
EXAM 2 |
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11/2 |
Parasites
and Parasite Control |
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11/7 |
Exercise
Physiology |
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11/9 |
Nutrition
and Feeding Management ¨
Explain the digestive tract of the horse. ¨
Know the factors that determine the nutritive requirements for
the horse. ¨
Be able to list several management guidelines used to feed horses |
HIH:
710, 730, 750, 760, 782, 783, 790, 791 |
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11/14 |
Nutrition
and Feeding Management |
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11/16 |
Genetics
¨
Be familiar with basic equine genetics. ¨
Be familiar with genetic diseases in the horse. |
HIH
1020, 1060 |
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11/20-11/25 |
Thanksgiving
break |
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11/28 |
Genetics
Cont. |
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11/30 |
Housing
& Facilities For Horses ¨
Know the recommendations for adequate facilities for the well
being of the horse |
HIH
310-360 |
|
12/5 |
Facilities
& Waste Management ¨
Understand waste management problems. |
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12/7 |
EXAM 3 |
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DATE |
TOPIC |
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8/22,
8/24 |
Horse
Facilities |
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8/29,
8/31 |
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Horse Handling Techniques ¨
Discuss the do’s and don’ts concerning approaching and catching a
horse ¨
Discuss the safe areas to stand when addressing a horse ¨
Discuss the proper way to handle, lead and secure a horse ¨
Restraint Grooming ¨
Know the tools used to groom a horse & understand how to
groom a horse safely |
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9/5,
9/7 |
Horse
Anatomy ¨
Name and label the parts of the horse. ¨
Name and label the skeletal system of the horse. Colors
& markings ·
Be able to identify and or describe: Sorrel, Chestnut, Black,
Brown, Bay, White, Palomino, Grulla, Dun, Buckskin,
Grey, Roan ·
Differentiate between Tobiano and Overo coat patterns. ·
Identify and describe leg markings. ·
Identify and describe facial markings. Determining Height, and Weight of Horses ¨ Know how to
determine the height of horses. ¨
Understand the different methods for estimating weight of a horse. |
HIH 140, 220, 230
HIH
720 |
|
9/12,
9/14 |
Horse
Anatomy Evaluating
Equine Conformation ¨
Look at good & poor conformation ¨
Assess conformation faults
¨
Measure parts of horses & discuss how it relates to
conformation. ¨
Be able to judge a group of horses on the basis of conformation. Body
Condition Scoring of Horses |
HIH
220, 230 HIH
720 |
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9/19,
9/21 |
Reproduction/Castration ¨
Name and describe the different types of breeding methods. ¨
Describe the method used at the horse barn for collecting
stallions & evaluating semen. |
HIH
910-950 |
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9/26,
9/28 |
MID-TERM PRACTICAL EXAM |
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10/3,
10/5 |
Horse
behavior and training ·
“The
World of Horses” – Video ·
Dominance/social hierarchy ·
Understand & discuss positive reinforcement, negative
reinforcement & punishment |
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10/10
10/12 |
Hoof
Care by ¨
Understand proper hoof care and what to look for when a horse is
trimmed or shod. ¨
Know the different types of farrier tools |
HIH
505, 510, 525, 530 |
|
10/17, 10/19 |
POSTER/PAPER
PRESENTATIONS IN LAB |
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|
10/21 |
POSTER
PRESENTATIONS @ THE EQUINE INFORMATIONAL FORUM |
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10/24,
10/26 |
Emergency
first-aid ¨
First-aid kits ¨
Identify the signs of a healthy horse. Parasites
and Parasite Control |
HIH 415, 425,
430, 440, 445 |
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10/31, 11/2 |
¨
Know the difference in nutrient values between different types of
hay. ¨
Know what makes up a feeding ration (roughage, concentrates, and
supplements) ¨
Differentiate between different types of feeds. ¨
Know how to interpret a commercial feed tag |
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11/7, 11/9
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HIH
810, 830, 840, 850, 851, 895 |
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11/14,
11/16 |
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Identify the genotype for each coat color. ¨
Predict possible colors of offspring. Horse
Management ¨
Determine the cost of maintaining a horse for one year. ¨
Understand the expenses related to maintaining a horse and
possible incomes for a horse business. |
HIH
120, 1320 |
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11/20-11/24 |
Thanksgiving
break |
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11/28;
11/30 |
LABORATORY
PRACTICAL FINAL EXAM |
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12/5, 12/7 |