Description:
This day clinic gives participants a greater understanding of how to care for a sick or injured horse. Discussion of when to call the veterinarian and when owners can treat the injury. Topics include daily observation methods, vital sign evaluation, colic, wound care for different parts of the body, emergency situations and first aid kits. Hands-on includes wrapping of legs, knees, hocks, taking of vital signs, how to give an IM injection, and care of hooves on the trail. For additional fliers go to or information about other events: http://extension.usu.edu/equine