WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING BREEDING COURSES 
in conjunction with MYERSCOUGH COLLEGE

BREEDING FOR BHS STAGE 3/4, STABLE MANAGER EXAMS

We run courses specifically aimed at the breeding elements of these exams, contact us for details.
 

FOALING AFTERNOON

March 11th 2012 

An afternoon aimed to povide training and information for anyone foaling their mare at home

The afternoon will comprise of theory & practical sessions to give you the confidence & knowledge to foal your mare & to know when you need help. It will cover form the last month of pregnancy to the important first week of life.

Course cost £40 +vat



BREEDING FROM YOUR MARE:
FOR THE FIRST TIME/AMATEUR BREEDER.

 2012 dates available soon

A one day course which is aimed at the amateur first time breeder, covering everything you need to know about breeding from your mare. 

The following areas will be covered :-

• Suitable mares for breeding
• Pre breeding tests, swabs, EVA, vaccinations
• The use of A.I, Fresh, chilled ,frozen semen, pros & cons
• Natural covering pros & cons
• Vets/A.I packages
• Selection of a stallion Inc. Grading & paperwork
• Selection of a stud & A.I Centre, facilities, BQM
• Sending a mare to stud
• Explanation of terms, jargon & veterinary packages.
• Help on avoiding the many pitfalls

Course fee £75 (inc.VAT)
Refreshments and lunch provided

ADVANCED FOALING COURSE 
2012 Dates available soon

A one day course covering everything you need to know from the mare’s last month of pregnancy to the all important first week of the foals life. An ideal course for the more serious breeder or Equine Degree or vet nursing students
 The following areas will be covered :-

• Relevant anatomy of the mare
• Preparation for foaling stable, equipment, CCTV & foaling alarms
• Complications of late pregnancy
• Feeding, exercise, vaccinations & worming in late pregnancy
• Normal foaling, what should happen & when
• Complications of foaling, when to get help
• Examination of the new born foal & placenta
• Orphan foals & adoption
• The first week of the foals life, normal behavior
• Foaling heat
• Placenta examination
• Newborn problems
• Orphan foals

THE FIRST YEAR OF THE FOAL’S LIFE

2012 Dates available soon

A one day course aimed at small & large breeders
The following areas will be covered :-

• Foal, weaning & yearling handling
• Vaccinations, worming & passports
• Common diseases & problems
• Foot care, misalignment problems & corrective procedures
• Feeding & nutritional problems
• Travel ling the mare & foal, weanling & yearling
• Showing the mare & foal & yearling

The courses are delivered by specialists in their field. Our panel of experts include
Dr Caroline Argo BSc(hons), BVSc, PhD, DipECAR, MRCVS, Liverpool University Leehurst
Mr P. Acton B.V.Sc. MRCVS of Oakhill Veterinary Centre,
Katherine Kissick MA RVN Veterinary Nursing & Farriery Learning manager
Joanna Varden of the National foaling Bank
Myerscough College. Specialist  Farrier & Nutritionalist to be confirmed.

Course fees £109 ( Inc. VAT)
 Refreshments & lunch provided

OTHER COURSES AVAILABLE

CERTIFICATE IN EQUINE TRANSPORT SHORT & LONG JOURNEY

Are you legal? There is a very grey area as to who needs this certificate in competence to travel their horses. For the sake of a few hours is it worth taking a chance?
 

Course includes theory in the morning & test in the afternoon.
We currently have some funding available for 18years & under for this course making the course £50 for this age group.
Normal Course Fee Including Registration & Test Fee (for over 18years) £175 Short Journey £185 Long journey + VAT
Refreshments & lunch provided
Please note due to the registration process for this course all applications must be submitted & paid 3 weeks prior to the date in order to get the registration through in time for the exam.

FULL AND PART TIME NVQ/WORK BASED DIPLOMA COURSES ALWAYS AVAILABLE

THESE COURSES ARE HANDS ON TRAINING WITH SOME THEORY AND CAN BE ARRANGED AROUND YOUR CURRENT LIFESTYLE, COLLEGE OR JOB COMMITMENTS. FULL FUNDING FOR THEM CAN OFTEN BE ARRANGED SO ALL YOU NEED TO GIVE UP IS SOME OF YOUR TIME
 FOR MORE DETAILS CONTACT THE STUD AND ASK TO SPEAK TO KAREN RAINE
 There is good accommodation available locally for those delegates wishing to stay overnight, contact Karen for details
MORE COURSES & DATES COMING SOON