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The D.E. King Equine Program
University of Arkansas
Dale Bumpers College
Department of Animal Science
AFLS B110B
Fayetteville, AR 72704

Phone: 479-575-8423
Fax: 479-575-5756
Email: equine@uark.edu


 

 

 

 


INTERNSHIPS

Barn Management Internship
(Fall) ANSC 401 (V)

In addition to horse care, the Barn Management Internship focuses on preparation and photography of horses to be sold at the annual auction. Interns handle, groom, bathe and condition horses for the sale. Additionally, they help to create nutrition plans for the horses, and are involved in administering proper immunizations, de-worming, and assisting veterinarians and the farrier when needed. The summer internship program requires students to participate 3 days each week. These students are also responsible for record keeping, feeding, daily care of horses and upkeep of the D.E. King Pavilion and grounds.

Click here for more details including requirements, mission, code of conduct and application.

 

Breeding Barn Internship
(Spring) ANSC 401 (V)

Students work extensively with broodmares throughout the foaling season, learning relative information such as mare care, health monitoring, imprint training, breeding techniques, and emergency situations.

2008 Interns

2008 Interns at the Lipizzaner Stallion show, click to enlarge
 Amanda G., Tia Bradford, Ann Bartlett, Anna Stevens, Megan Broyles, Michael Mann, Caroline M., Danael suttle, Caitlin Barnett (TA), Martha Sandaven (EPV), Stephanie O’Berg, Jolene, R. Harrison, Briana with lead Lipizzaner rider
 

   
 

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