Intro to Horse Care and Understanding the Horse
Hilary Moore Hebert
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(196)
In this multi-part class, students join a professional barn manager for an interactive lecture on how anatomy, evolution and prey/predator behavior effect proper handling of the horse.
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 9
We will teach about horse anatomy and care, when and why to call a professional and what to expect when they visit your horse and how you can help them as a good horse person. Hilary (a professional equestrian) narrates and interacts with students. Class one: Overview and Introduction. Understanding how horses are designed based on the fact that they are prey animals, why they need to be cared for with certain risks in mind and warning signs that mean you need to call your vet (what is...
Students will become more comfortable with their horse's anatomy, how to identify problems and why their veterinarian is a key member of their horse's "team" to keep him healthy.
Hilary has over three decades of experience around horses, including her United States Dressage Foundation gold, silver and bronze medals for success at all levels of the discipline in competition. She has represented the United States in international competition and is certified to judge Dressage school shows as an “L” graduate. She owns and operates a 22-stall horse farm and has been teaching Dressage for over 20 years.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Class discussion and participation will prove students increased knowledge of the subject as class progresses.Grades Offered
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
This class does not provide medical advice. Everyone should consult their own veterinarian for medical care.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(196)
My name is Hilary and I’m a farm owner with three decades of experience as a horseback rider, instructor and professional competitor. As a former journalist and magazine editor, I enjoy teaching the subjects of English, art and science from the...
Group Class
$98
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
45 min
Completed by 295 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-18 learners per class
