Study Guide - Level 1/2
Health Care/Veterinary Knowledge/Nutrition
- Be able to recognize and discuss symptoms displayed by a sick or injured horse.
- Recognize symptoms of a sick or injured horse requiring veterinary care.
- Be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following:
1. Normal vital signs of a healthy, resting horse.
2. Description of at least three different types of wounds.
3. Reasons why routine hoof care is important, as well as how often a horse should be trimmed or shod.
Suggested resources: Horse Science, The Normal Animal, Horse Industry Handbook, USPC D Manual
Be able to discuss the following:
- Common types of diets fed to horses, such as pasture, hay, grain, etc
- Common feeding practices, such as how often and how much horses should be fed
- At least three characteristics of quality hay and grain
- Methods of safe storage for hay and grain
- How to properly tie a hay net