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Horse & Pony Ailments
by: Straiton, Eddie

Featuring a concise, clear text and illustrated with nearly 400 specially taken color photographs, Horse and Pony Ailments looks at causes, symptoms, prognosis, and treatment. 192 pgs.
c. 1992, 9th Ed, H/C... $36.95


Horse & Stable Management
by: Brown, Jeremy & Powell-Smith, Vincent

This natural pairing combines the bestselling Horse and Stable Management with its companion volume, Horse Care, to create a comprehensive guide to all aspects of horse care. Features the latest procedures and advice.Practical and informative advice on everything from horse behavior, cleaning, feeding, breeding, and management from top equine experts makes this omnibus edition a terrific value and a must-have for everyone who works with or owns horses. Includes abundant halftone illustrations. 258 pgs.
c. 1994, S/C, 2nd Ed... $29.95


Horse: Breeding & Youngstock
by: Brega, Julie

Anatomy of reproduction systems - covering stages of pregnancy, stud, & foal. 150 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C... $19.95


Horse: Its Action & Anatomy By An Artist
by: Luard, Lowes Dalbiac

Luard's study of the anatomy and movement of the horse has been in constant demand since it was first published in 1936 and the original text has been preserved complete with colour drawings. To bring the information up to date, Peter Gray has contributed an addendum.
c. 1996, S/C, 2nd Ed... $36.95


Horse: Physiology
by: Brega, Julie

This study of the equine body is concerned with the skeletal structure, joints, tendons, muscles and ligaments of the horse, together with conformation and its effect on soundness and action. Structures, functions and disorders of the nervous, sensory, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory and urinary systems are explained, together with the cause, treatment and prevention of various diseases. 220 pgs.
c. 1995, S/C... $19.95


Horse Anatomy: Pictorial Approach To Equine Structure
by: Goody, Peter C.

Anatomy of the horse in pictures. This definitive work is universally acknowledged as the standard textbook on the muscular and skeletal structure of the horse.
c. 1988, S/C... $24.95


Horse Care & Management
by: Stafford, Christine

The essential reference book of stable management and horse care. Great textbook for students taking BHS, ABRS, & NVQ examination. 208 pgs.
c. 1991, S/C... $22.95


Horse Care Manual
by: May, Chris

A veterinary surgeon covers all facets of horse and pony ownership. Featuring a convenient question-and-answer format, this fully illustrated guide will be important to every rider, horse owner, professional trainer and stable manager. Nearly 80 pages are in full color. 160 pgs.
c. 1988, S/C... $16.95


Horse Care Tips From A to Z (EQUUS Reference Guide)
Edited
Dozens of quick & easy ways to safeguard your horse's health and well-being, brought to you by the editors of EQUUS magazine. Over 100 subjects covered including, bandaging, colic, deworming, feeding, hoof care, lamenss, medication, and vitamins. For easy reference, the information is arranged alphabetically, and each chapter is chock-full of hints and insights that are sure to make a difference in the way you care for your horse. 94 pgs.
c.2000, S/C...$12.95


Horse Color: Complete Guide To Horse Coat Colors
by: Sponenberg, D. Phillip & Beaver, Bonnie

This fascinating book provides a single, comprehensive and standardized system to describe and classify, for the first time, all colors and patterns of the world's horses. Some 187 full-color photos illustrate every color and pattern, even the extremely rare ones. The authors discuss the scientific evidence available for linking colors and patterns to other traits such as long and short distance speed, athletic ability, hardiness, endurance and fertility. Color photos. 124 pgs.
c. 1983, H/C...$29.95


Horse Colour Explained: A Breeder's Perspective
by: Gower, Jeanette

A treasure trove of in-depth information for the serious student & the pleasure horse breeder alike. The principles of inheritance of colour are explained simply & practically. Jeanette Gower speaks from over 25 years of practical experience, guiding the reader with real-life examples. Covers: basic equine colour genetics, colour breeds & terminology, interrealationships of colour, difficult colours identified, rare colours explained, white markings & patterns, selection for colour, predicting outcomes of matings, coat colour changes, & responsible horse breeding. With nearly 200 beautiful colour photos as well as explanatory diagrams & charts supported by a detailed summary of information in the appendix, this book is sure to be referred to again and again. 144 pgs.
c. 1999, S/C...$24.95


Horse Conformation Handbook
by: Thomas, Heather Smith

Evaluating a horse for: soundness, athletic potentail, trainability and heart, and longevity. It begins with an in-depth discussion of equine anatomy and general priciples of conformation, then address the critical components of horse evalutaion: body proportion, balance, body and leg angles, and height. Concludes with a special tutorial that will train your eye to see what the author sees when evaluating a horse. B/W photos & illustrations. 387 pgs.
c. 2005, S/C...$24.95


Horse Diseases: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
by: Belschner, Dr. H.G.

The purpose of this book is to describe briefly, in simple language, the more common diseases & injuries to which the horse is prone, citing causes, symptoms & treatments. It is written for the average horse owner using common name & horse terms, keeping scientific names to a minimum. B/W photos & illustrations. 258 pgs.
c. 1969, S/C...$7.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited


Horse Doctor Is In
by: Kelley, Brent DVM
A Kentucky veterinarian's advice and wisdom on horse health care. Covers all topics of concern to horse owners, including disease prevention and treatment, lameness, breeding and foaling, and general horse care and management. Each story conveys valuable information on horse health care and gives readers unique insights into the challenges, heartbreaks, and joys of being an equine vet. B/W illustrations. 406 pgs.
c. 2002, S/C...$19.95


Horse From Conception To Maturity
by: Rossdale, Peter

A standard textbook widely used by students and professionals, this classic work covers the management of mares and stallions, conception, pregnancy, foaling, care of the foal, youngsters, and breeding stock.
c. 1993, Rev, 2nd Ed, S/C... $24.50


Horse Health Care
by: Hill, Cherry

Step-by-step photographic guide to mastering over 100 horsekeeping skills. Handler Cherry Hill explains bandaging, giving shots, examining teeth, deworming, and preventive health care. She also includes exercising and cooling down, hoof care, and tending wounds, along with taking a horse's temperature and determining pulse and respiration rates. Includes color photos, charts and glossary. 160 pgs.
c. 1997, S/C... $18.95


Horse Healthcare: A Manual For Animal Health Workers & Owners
by: David Hadrill
Provides clear, practical guidance on what to do when a horse or donkey is sick, including how to decide if professional advice is required. It is designed for those caring for working horses & donkeys who may have little or no access to professional veterinary help. The manual is easy to use, comprehensive and clearly explains difficult conditions & procedures such as lameness & how to give injections. Includes sections on restraining horses & donkeys, shoeing, wound care, colic, infectious diseases and birth of foals. Numerous line drawings show how to perform practical techniques. Comprehensive list of medicines giving names, uses, dosages & warnings. 244 pages.
c. 2002...S/C...$23.95


Horse Injuries: Their Prevention & Treatment
by: Baxter, Roberta

More than a simple first-aid handbook, this is a comprehensive guide to understanding injuries - why it happens, how you can help prevent it, and what to do when it occurs. Written by an experienced vet and horse owner, it will give you neccessary know-how to traet your horse's injuries safely & effectively, and how to make prompt & sensible decisions about when to call the vet and what to do in the meantime. Full of illustrations & B/W photos. 160 pgs.
c. 1999, H/C...$35.00


Horse Management
by: Hickman, John

Reproduction, care of mare & foal, housing, nutrition, shoeing & foot care, training. 339 pgs.
c. 1984, 1st Ed, H/C... $34.50
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited


Horse Management
by: Hickman, John

Reproduction, care of mare & foal, housing, nutrition, shoeing & foot care, training.
c. 1987, 2nd Ed, H/C... $49.95


Horse Nutrition Bible
by: Bishop, Ruth

The comprehensive guide to the correct feeding of your horse. Includes info on: assessing your horse's nutritional needs, feeding for fitness, keeping weight on or getting it off, a trouble-shooting section of practical advice on common feeding problems, and demystifies ingredients and the vast range of supplements available. Color photos. 184 pgs.
c. 2003, H/C...$29.95


Horse Owner's Field Guide To Toxic Plants
by: Burger, Sandra

The only fully-illustrated reference book on preventing horse poisonings, written for the lay person. Beautiful, instructive color photographs of more than 100 plants known to be poisonous to horses, with an accompanying description of each plant, including seasonal characteristics and geographic distribution. Gives the toxic principle, physiological reaction of a poisoned horse, tells the owner when to call the vet, and what to do. Includes range maps, many color photographs, and line drawings. 230 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C... $24.50


Horse Owner's Guide To Common Ailments
by: Serth, G.W.

Medicine chest, nursing, lameness, tumors, eye, wounds, general diseases, skin, more.
c. 1977, S/C...$7.95


Horse Owner's Guide To Treating Horse Ailments
by: Serth, G.W.

This book contains The stable medication chest, Nusring, lamness, the alimentary system, respiratory system, the skin, ciculatory system, tumours, eyes and general diseases. Has great illustrations. 97 pgs.
c. 1971, S/C...$3.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited


Horse Owner's Handbook
by: Mortimer, Monty

This book provides invaluable help and guidance for all those wishing to improve their knowledge of stable management and horsemanship. An important guide to all aspects of keeping a horse fit and well for hacking or competition riding, this handbook is illustrated throughout with easy-to-follow line drawings and high quality photographs. The principles of keeping a horse healthy are thoroughly explained, including feeding, grooming, shoeing, veterinary care and sick nursing. Readers will also find guidelines for buying, traveling, stabling and pasture management--aspects of horse care that are vital to maintaining a horse's health and happiness.
c. 1987, S/C... $24.95


Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook - 2nd Edition
by: Giffon, James MD & Gore, Tom DVM
This best-selling reference has been completely revised and updated by two outstanding professionals who know how to communicate the veterinary information nonprofessionals need to maintain their horse's health. Doctors James Giffin and Tom Gore address such basic health-care and management issues as the latest medicines and immunizations, wounds, illnesses, parasites, nutrition and supplements, and reproduction. Just inside the covers, the horse owner can easily access the index of Signs and Symptoms, since responding quickly to an emergency can literally mean the life or death of a horse. Anyone who looks after a horse - whether owner, trainer or groom - can rely on this authoritative book to get them through emergencies and well as routine events. 220 photos. 40 drawings. 538 pgs.
c. 1989, 2nd Ed, H/C...$39.95
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New


Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook - 3rd Edition (Revised, Updated)
by: Gore, Thomas DVM & Gore, Paula & Giffin, James M. MD

Completely updated with the latest information on infectious diseases, parasites, breeding and foaling, and alternative therapies, the "Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook, Third Edition" is still as useful and easy to navigate as the original, classic text. With an index of signs and symptoms, a guide to the organs and body systems, a general index, cross-references, and a helpful glossary, this book will help you diagnose and treat your horse. You will appreciate the well-organized contents, which will help you find the information you need quickly, when your horse needs your help most. All new coverage of: infectious diseases, alternative therapies, breeding & foaling, behavioral findings, toxins, cancer & parasites. B/W photos & illustrations. 692 pgs.
c. 2008, 3rd Ed, H/C...$39.99


Horse Psychology
by: Williams, Moyra

This classic text, now in its 50th year in print, is a comprehensive study of the working of the mind of the horse. 208 pgs.
c.1976, Rev, S/C...$17.95


Horse Structure & Movement, Smythe & Goody
by: Gray, Peter

A detailed examination of the skeleton, structure, muscles, and surfaces of the horse, at rest and in motion, explaining how the horse moves. 224 pgs.
c. 1993, S/C, Rev... $22.95


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