EQ 315 - Equine Behavior (3)

Normal and abnormal horse behaviors, including stereotypies will be discussed in this course. Students will learn how behavior affects the raising, training and management of horses and how their Christian faith should be integrated into their decision making. Behaviors explored will include: communicative, ingestive, sexual, social, aggressive and abnormal behaviors. The evolution of the horse, its relationship with the environment and humans and how this explains actions and reactions of the horse will also be explored.

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Contract Course: No
Grading Method: Letter Grade
Fee: Yes
Term Typically Offered: Spring