Delivery/Location: Online
Prerequisite
ANEQ 320 (Principles of Animal Nutrition); ANEQ 345 (Principles of Nutrition: Equine Applications); FSHN 350 (Human Nutrition).
Description
This course was previously numbered AN 322.
An estimated 60% of behavior problems in dogs and cats are diet related. This course strives to provide students with a basic understanding of dietary requirements for healthy, happy companion animals. Topics covered include basic nutrients, nutrient requirements, feeding practices, prescription diets, developments in pet foods, and sources of nutrients for traditional domestic pets as well as exotics, birds, and wildlife.
Instructors
Nancy Irlbeck
(970) 491-6274
Nancy.Irlbeck@colostate.edu
Nancy Irlbeck, Ph.D., is the Associate Dean of Academic Programs in the College of Agricultural Sciences at Colorado State University and serves as a nutrition consultant to the Denver Zoo.
Not Currently Offered
This course is usually offered every Fall.
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For More Information
Gayle Roslund(970) 491-2570
groslund@learn.colostate.edu