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Caring for the Senior Horse

Online
1 year access
50

Course Content

This course is ideal for horse owners, caregivers, and equine professionals seeking to provide exceptional care for ageing horses. This comprehensive program explores the unique needs of senior horses, including managing age-related health conditions, tailoring nutrition, and maintaining mobility through exercise. Participants will also learn to address hoof and dental care and make compassionate decisions regarding end-of-life care. Combining expert insights with practical applications, this course equips learners with the knowledge and tools to enhance the well-being and quality of life for senior horses.

The golden years of a horse’s life require thoughtful care and attention to ensure health, happiness, and quality of life. This course provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and addressing the evolving needs of senior horses, focusing on age-related health conditions, nutrition, mobility, and overall well-being.

From managing arthritis and Cushing’s disease to tailoring exercise routines and ensuring proper hoof and dental care, each module emphasizes practical strategies to enhance your horse’s comfort and vitality. Participants will also learn to recognize signs of declining quality of life and make compassionate decisions when needed.

This structured approach equips caregivers with the skills and knowledge to meet the unique challenges of senior horse care, ensuring that ageing equine companions thrive during their later years.

This course is delivered online along with supporting downloadable course materials. It is  is broken down into modules which will include online tutorials, a comprehensive manual to download, and video demos. Within each module, you’ll be guided through a variety of slides including informative text, engaging videos, and downloadable materials.

Before you watch our demos, you will first go through our training manual, that way, you’ll have a grasp of the subject matter before seeing it in action.

Course Details

CollegeEqui-Ed
Course ID193907
Course TypeOnline Learning
Course QualificationAward / Certificate
Course Duration1 year access
Course Time10-25 hours
Course Fee50

Course Provider

Equi-Ed

National Equine Innovation Centre, Irish National Stud & Gardens,, Kildare Town, Kildare, Republic of Ireland

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