Master Horse Owner Class

By Becky Muller, Extension Agent
 
The UT Extension Office in Shelby County is offering Master Horse Owner class to area horse enthusiasts.  The class is a 16 hour, comprehensive educational course on all aspects of equine health and management.  This program is great for horse owners young and mature and also those looking to get more involved with horses in the future.  The course will be offered Thursday, July 7^th from 5-9 p.m., Friday, July 8^th from 5-9 p.m., and Saturday, July 9^th from 8-5 p.m. at the Agricenter International in the C wing Banquet Room..
 
The cost to attend will be $125.00 per person, which includes the manual, and a plaque certifying completion of the course. Registration deadline is June 25, 2011 or until the class is full.  Checks should be made payable to Shelby County AES.  Our address is 7777 Walnut Grove Rd, Suite B, Box 21, Memphis, TN 38120. The course curriculum is as follows:
 
Intro to the Horse Industry
Current Issues in the Horse Industry
Basics of Buying a horse
Healthcare and Vaccination Programs for Horses
Parasites and De-worming Programs for Horses
Emergency First Aid for Horses
Common Diseases and Disorders in Horses
Equine Dental Care
Hoof Care for Horses
Anatomy and Physiology of the Equine Digestive System
Nutrient Requirements for Horses
Forages for Horses
Feeding Management for Horses
Stallion Reproductive Anatomy and Management
Mare Reproductive Anatomy and Management
Mare and Foal Care and Management
Breeding Systems
Horse, Books and Taxes
Equine Law
Animal Cruelty Laws Affecting Horses in TN
Equine Business Marketing
Safe Housing Facilities for Horses
Fencing for Horses
Pasture Management for Horses
Horse Manure Management
Seven P’s for Breeding Horses
Color Genetics
Equine Conformation and Selection
Equine Behavior
Safely Handling Horses
Horse Trailer Safety and Trailer and Tow Selection and Maintenance
 
The UT Extension Service offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.  Those interested in this program should contact Becky Muller at the UT Extension office in Shelby County at 901-752-1207 or beckymuller@utk.edu to register for the class.