The rural animal husbandry and handling portion of this course will focus on the practical aspects of behavior, nutrition, breeding, reproduction, health, economics, and management of horses, large and small ruminants, poultry, pigs, and other hobby type, rural farm animals will be discussed. The companion animal husbandry and handling portion of this course will provide information on basic animal care and husbandry of small animals including pocket pets. Course topics include behavior, vaccinations, common diseases, and nutrition. The semester will be split into two sections, one for rural animal material and one for companion animal material. Corequisite VHS 230L (1 cr hr), VHS 211 or 212 w/lab. Fall and Spring.