Lingfield Correspondence  (Est. 1994)

Providing courses on horse care by email and post

Horse Owners Certificate Level 3 - Topics Covered

Topics covered
  • Sick Nursing
  • Isolation Procedure
  • Ailments & Injuries further to Levels 1 & 2
  • Problems of the leg and foot
  • Diseases & illnesses further to Levels 1 & 2
  • Respiratory problems
  • Vices, boredom & stress
  • Roughing Off
  • Bringing up from grass
  • Fittening
  • Maintenance of fitness for various disciplines
  • Clipping, trimming, plaiting & presentation
  • Correct tack and dress for the competition horse and rider
  • Nutrients Vitamins and Minerals in a balanced diet further to Levels 1 & 2
  • Preparation & equipment for travelling
  • Legal requirements for transport and towing
  • Stable and yard construction
  • Muck heaps
  • Planning
  • Environment
  • Costings for horse owners
  • Aims and objectives of the BHS