ABAS 6440 - Advanced Equine Nutrition

3 credit hours

Prerequisites: ABAS 4440 or 4410 or equivalent undergraduate animal or equine nutrition class; ABAS 3040 or 3430 or equivalent undergraduate horse management class; or consent of the instructor. A class in organic chemistry or biochemistry recommended. A biochemical approach to understanding the nutritional requirements for horses at various life stages, including maintenance, growth, reproduction, performance, age, and clinical support. Feeding management related to nutrient digestion, absorption, and metabolism. Current equine nutrition research and its applications to practical equine management emphasized.

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