Equine Conformation & Lameness
Durham
Life Sciences & Agriculture :: Animal Sciences
Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2023 - Full Term (01/24/2023 - 05/08/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Spring 2023 - Full Term (01/24/2023 - 05/08/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
25
CRN: 53658
Special Fees: $100.00
CRN: 53658
Special Fees: $100.00
The study of conformation as it relates to soundness and performance. Students learn to recognize the components of good conformation as they relate to the athletic functions of the horse. Field trips highlight varying disciplines and how conformational changes make horses appropriate for differing activities. Students will also use the University herd to practice assessing conformation and its evaluation for performance types. Students will also learn how conformational faults impact long term soundness. Special fee.
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Equivalent(s): AAS 426
Instructors: Laurie Chapman-Bosco
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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1/24/2023 | 5/8/2023 | M | 1:10pm - 3:00pm | BART B134 |
1/24/2023 | 5/8/2023 | W | 1:10pm - 4:00pm | BART B134 |
Booklist
Book | Details |
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CONFORMATION+PERFORMANCE
(97)
by LOVING Recommended
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LAMENESS:RECOGNIZING+TREATING THE HORSE
(05)
by EQUINE Required
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UNITED STATES PONY CLUBS MANUAL...
(2ND 14)
by HARRIS Required
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