This course provides an in-depth study of the classification and function of nutrients, digestive processes, characterization of feedstuffs, and interpretation of pet food labels. Common nutritional diseases will be covered. The course includes feeding principles that can be applied to all domestic species. The first part of the course emphasizes fundamentals of nutrition and applications for beef/dairy cattle, swine, equine, and poultry; the later part of the course covers basics of proper application for life stage feeding, therapeutic nutrition, and critical care nutrition for dogs and cats. Prerequisite: CHEM 111, Junior Standing. Spring.