Animal science

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Animal science is described as "studying the biology of animals that are under the control of humankind". It can also be described as the production and management of farm animals.^[1] Historically, the degree was called animal husbandry and the animals studied were livestock species, like cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, and horses. Today, courses available look at a broader area, including companion animals, like dogs and cats, and many exotic species. Degrees in Animal Science are offered at a number of colleges and universities. Animal science degrees are often offered at land-grant universities,^[2] which will often have on-campus farms to give students hands-on experience with livestock animals.