Title: Identify items to consider when planning equine facilities.
Course: Equine Science (18104-I) > Section: Managing the Stable

Identification should include

- safety requirements for an equine facility
- consideration of the types, breeds, and ages of the horses
- recommended stall sizes
- characteristics of stall construction
- location of a barn
- light, ventilation, storage space, feeding, and watering requirements
- requirements for feed and bedding
- waste management.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why does a senior horse need special consideration?
- Why is it important to carefully consider the location of a barn?