Animal Health & Welfare
This training course aims to give trainees knowledge, understanding and basic skills in carrying out routine care and monitoring the health and welfare of horses. It covers the routine monitoring of horses’ physical condition and behaviour, the recognition of the signs of ill-health and lameness, the nursing of sick horses and the provision of routine treatments. It also covers in the routine preparation and cleaning of stables for horses. It also covers an understanding of stable conditions that are suitable for the horse, including ventilation and light and the preparation of feed and water. The length of training may vary depending on the objectives covered, the ratio of trainee/instructor and the ability and previous experience of the trainees. The delivery of training covers a mix of both theory and practical elements.
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