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Storey's Guide to Raising Horses, 2nd Edition: Breeding, Care, Facilities

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Condition
Very good
A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend ...
Binding
Paperback
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
9781603424714

About this product

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Storey Publishing
ISBN-10
1603424717
ISBN-13
9781603424714
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72419666

Product Key Features

Edition
2
Book Title
Storey's Guide to Raising Horses, 2nd Edition : Breeding, Care, Facilities
Number of Pages
512 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Agriculture / Animal Husbandry, Horses, Industries / Agribusiness
Publication Year
2009
Illustrator
Yes
Features
New Edition
Genre
Pets, Technology & Engineering, Business & Economics
Author
Heather Smith Thomas
Book Series
Storey's Guide to Raising Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
30.2 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2009-045289
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"An experienced horsewoman and author, Heather Smith Thomas brings all of her experience to bear..." - Western Horseman "...a handy reference guide for anyone...can really help an industry newcomer learn the many, many facets of horsekeeping." - Western Horseman "In this in-depth guide to intelligent horsekeeping, you'll find the most up-to-date information about caring for horses from birth to old age." - Equine Journal "You'll reach for this comprehensive reference again and again, acquiring knowledge and skills you need to keep your horses fit and healthy in both body and spirit." - Equine Journal "Learn how to care for your horses with knowledge and skill so you can fully enjoy them while providing them with a safe and happy environment." - Log Homes Illustrated magazine "...this comprehensive guide covers every aspect of ownership and care..." - American Small Farm, "An experienced horsewoman and author, Heather Smith Thomas brings all of her experience to bear..." - Western Horseman   "...a handy reference guide for anyone...can really help an industry newcomer learn the many, many facets of horsekeeping." - Western Horseman   "In this in-depth guide to intelligent horsekeeping, you'll find the most up-to-date information about caring for horses from birth to old age." - Equine Journal   "You'll reach for this comprehensive reference again and again, acquiring knowledge and skills you need to keep your horses fit and healthy in both body and spirit." - Equine Journal   "Learn how to care for your horses with knowledge and skill so you can fully enjoy them while providing them with a safe and happy environment." - Log Homes Illustrated magazine   "...this comprehensive guide covers every aspect of ownership and care..." - American Small Farm  
Dewey Decimal
636.1
Edition Description
New Edition
Table Of Content
Preface Acknowledgments Part I: Basic Horsekeeping Chapter 1 Facilities Chapter 2 Feeding and Nutrition Chapter 3 Seasonal Care Chapter 4 Foot Care Chapter 5 Horse Handling Part II: Health Care Chapter 6 Reading the Signs of Health or Sickness Chapter 7 Disease Prevention Chapter 8 Infectious Diseases of Horses Chapter 9 Non-Infectious Diseases of Horses Chapter 10 Parasites Chapter 11 Toxic Plants and Poisons Chapter 12 Skin Problems Chapter 13 Dental Care and Mouth Problems Chapter 14 Eyes and Ears Chapter 15 Digestive Tract Problems and Colic Chapter 16 First Aid and Medical Treatments Part III: Breeding Horses Chapter 17 Selecting Breeding Stock Chapter 18 Genetics Chapter 19 Keeping a Stallion Chapter 20 Breeding the Mare Chapter 21 Care of the Broodmare Chapter 22 Foaling Chapter 23 Care of the Newborn Foal Chapter 24 Care of the Young Horse Epilogue Appendixes A. Horse Anatomy B. Resources C. Glossary IndeX
Synopsis
Raising horses successfully requires good preparation, hard work, and a sincere interest in your animals' well-being. With in-depth information on all aspects of horsekeeping, including grooming, foaling, housing, diet, exercise, and medical care, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to raise healthy and happy horses., Whether you have one horse or are managing a full stable, Storey's Guide to Raising Horses shows you how to provide the care your animals need while reducing veterinary costs and improving your operation's self-sufficiency.
LC Classification Number
SF285.3.T48 2010

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