Equine Extension

According to the 2022 Census of Agriculture, Missouri is home to over 75,000 horses on 14,000 farms.

Here you will find resources for horse handling, training, evaluation, lameness, nutrition, and pasture management. This webpage offers:

  • Guides, videos, publications, and articles related to various aspects of equine ownership and management.
  • Information about equine-related programs, news, and events.
  • Faculty and staff contact information.
  • Links to the University of Missouri Equine Teaching Facility, University of Missouri Equine Hospital, and the Mizzou Mule Team.

Resources

Meet the Mizzou Mule Team

For nearly 40 years, the endearing Mule Team has been the University of Missouri’s favorite troupe of ambassadors. Learn more about the students who care for the equines — and the deep bonds they form along the way.

MU Equine Teaching Facility

Located at the University of Missouri South Farm, the MU Equine Teaching Facility has a long tradition of breeding and raising quality Quarter Horses. Today, the MU Equine Teaching Facility is operated by undergraduate equine practicum students and volunteers, a graduate student manager, and a faculty supervisor.

MU Equine Hospital

The MU Equine Hospital provides all aspects of patient care from on-farm preventive medicine to complex referral care. A team of specialty veterinarians, residents, interns, veterinary students, veterinary technicians and assistants provides your horse with the best veterinary medical care.

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