Equine Guelph to Offer Equine Welfare Online Course

Equine Guelph is pleased to announce the first offering of the Equine Welfare online course.
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Equine Guelph is pleased to announce the first offering of the Equine Welfare Course, taking place March 5 through May 27, 2012

This online course is designed for individuals who desire heightened awareness of global horse welfare issues including housing, management practices and procedures that can affect a horses well being.

Equine Guelph Director Gayle Ecker explains, "We know that horses are a prey species and therefore may be very good at hiding health concerns. It is our responsibility as caretakers, and members of the industry, to reach a high level of education and understanding in order to provide a high level of care."

Students will discuss pertinent welfare topics including how to recognize negative emotional states, how welfare can be objectively assessed in the horse, and specific practices which may compromise horse welfare

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