• Syllabus

  Basics of Equine Health

  • Understanding your horse's "normal" health indicators and recognizing abnormalities.

  • Basic anatomy and vital signs.

  • Estimating weight.

  • Pain recognition and alleviation.

  • Spinal health and prevention.

  Prevention

  Triage

  • Identifying signs of distress and injury.

  • Assessing the situation.

  • Efficient communication with your vet.

  • When to call the veterinarian.

  Response

  • Priorities of care.

  • Scene Safety.

  • Appropriate course of action considerations.

  • Wound assessment and response (including joint and eye injuries, punctures).

  • Handling lacerations, colic, choke, collapse, cast equines, shock, hoof issues. 

  Health Concerns

  • Nosebleeds

  • Bites

  • Stings

  • Poisoning

  • Burns

  • Respiratory issues

  • Digestive issues

  • Hoof health

  First Aid Techniques

  o   Leg bandages

  o   Hoof boots

  o   Chest bandages

  o   Eye protection

• Class information

  The theory portion of this class is held in a climate controlled environment.

  This class includes a manual

  Duration: ~8h

  Cost: $169

• Registration Information

  After filling out the form below, you will receive three separate emails.

  • A welcome email detailing all necessary information.

  • A liability waiver if you have not signed it in the past.

  • Your invoice for the course amount.

  The welcome email may also contain pdf versions of the Allspark Hill waiver and the host waiver - if applicable.

  Your registration is not complete until the invoice is paid in full.

Registration