Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Basics
Build foundational practical knowledge of livestock management and preventive animal care. Learn housing, nutrition, breeding basics, hygiene, vaccination awareness, disease prevention, biosecurity, record keeping and routine farm management. This is a basic husbandry skill course and is not a veterinary qualification or substitute for professional veterinary care.
This is basic husbandry skill training. It is not a veterinary qualification and it does not replace a veterinarian.
You learn day-to-day livestock care for cattle, buffalo, and other farm animals common in Indian mixed-farming systems: safe handling, clean housing, balanced feeding, clean water, breeding calendars, and simple records. Training emphasises prevention, observation, and knowing when to call a qualified veterinarian rather than diagnosing or treating animals yourself.
Level 04 – AELP. Agriculture Experiential Learning Program. Practical, Project-Based and Experiential Skill Training.
Module 1: Livestock Husbandry Foundations & Farm Layout
- Roles of a livestock caretaker versus a licensed veterinarian
- Plan shed location, drainage, and movement paths for safety
- Identify common cattle and buffalo breeds used in India
- Set up a basic daily routine for feeding, cleaning, and observation
Module 2: Housing, Ventilation & Comfort
- Design stall dimensions, flooring, and manger space for species and age
- Manage shade, airflow, and bedding to reduce heat and moisture stress
- Maintain clean drinking points and remove manure on a fixed schedule
- Separate sick, pregnant, and young animals to limit spread of illness
Module 3: Nutrition, Feeding & Water
- Balance green fodder, dry fodder, and concentrates by production stage
- Weigh or estimate feed to avoid wastage and nutritional gaps
- Check water quality, trough cleanliness, and daily intake
- Adjust rations for calves, growing stock, and dry animals
Module 4: Breeding Basics & Young Stock Care
- Track heat signs and maintain a simple breeding calendar
- Prepare calving pens and essential supplies before birth
- Support colostrum feeding and early calf hygiene
- Record births, tag or mark animals, and note growth milestones
Module 5: Hygiene, Biosecurity & Preventive Health Awareness
- Follow footbaths, visitor rules, and equipment cleaning between groups
- Understand why vaccination schedules exist and keep farm-level records
- Spot early signs of illness: appetite, gait, rumination, and discharge
- Isolate affected animals and contact a veterinarian promptly
Module 6: Records, Economics & Routine Management
- Maintain registers for feed, health events, breeding, and mortality
- Estimate cost per animal for feed, labour, and basic inputs
- Plan seasonal fodder storage and purchase cycles
- Review monthly performance and adjust management practices
Who This Is For
Minimum 12th pass or equivalent. Suitable for farm helpers, new livestock owners, agriculture and veterinary assistant students, rural youth, and family members who manage cattle or buffalo units and want structured husbandry skills before scaling up.
Skills You Can Practise
- Plan housing, feeding, and daily routines for small livestock units
- Prepare balanced rations and monitor water and fodder quality
- Support breeding and calf rearing with safe, documented practices
- Apply biosecurity steps and maintain vaccination awareness records
- Recognise when an animal needs professional veterinary care
Course Information
- Duration: 2 Months
- Fee: ₹10,000
- Mode: Online, offline, or hybrid
- Payment: Full payment or installment
- Certificate: AELP Experiential Skill Certificate, issued by SANDILYAS ACADEMY PRIVATE LIMITED
- Eligibility: Minimum 12th pass or equivalent
How to Join
- Apply online
- Counselling
- Registration
- Fee payment
- Batch confirmation