VTMED 6627

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VTMED 6627
Farrier Skills for Veterinarians

Course information provided by the 2017-2018 Catalog.

This course will provide an opportunity for 4th year veterinary students with an equine background and interest to work with Cornell University Resident Farrier learning proper hoof trimming and balancing for conformation, horse shoe selection, fabrication, modification, and attachment modalities. Causes of lameness and underperformance relating to shoeing will be covered. Practical skills will be emphasized.


Permission Note Enrollment limited to: fourth-year veterinary students with an equine background and interest.

When Offered Fall, Spring, Summer.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Eight Week - First. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 15804 VTMED 6627   CLN 300

    • TBA
    • Aug 14 - Oct 22, 2017

    • Kraus, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Eight Week - Second. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 15853 VTMED 6627   CLN 302

    • TBA
    • Oct 23 - Dec 15, 2017

    • Kraus, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Department Consent Required (Add)