The Foaling Primer

Author: Cynthia McFarland
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1612122574
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 161

Book Description
Start your foal off on the right hoof! With correct handling, health care, and training during the first year, you can establish a strong foundation that will benefit your horse throughout his life. From bottle feeding to rope leading, Cynthia McFarland covers everything you need to know as you guide your foal from birth to yearling. With an emphasis on recognizing critical developmental signs, McFarland’s expert advice will help you raise a healthy, happy, and well-adjusted foal.

Complete Foaling Manual

Author: Theresa Jones
Publisher: Equine Research Publications
ISBN: 9780935842111
Category : Horses
Languages : en
Pages : 320

Book Description

Imprint Training of the Newborn Foal

Author: Robert M. Miller
Publisher: Western Horseman Book
ISBN:
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 176

Book Description
A swift, effective method for pernamently shaping a horse's lifetime behvior.

Blessed Are The Foals

Author: M. Phyllis Lose
Publisher: *Howell Book House
ISBN:
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 312

Book Description
Blessed Are the Foals has been revised and updated to give those who care for the young equine from birth through its first year of life the information they need to make that critical period successful. Once again, Dr. M. Phyllis Lose draws on her decades of experience in equine veterinary practice to explain how to evaluate the foal's health and to recognize when professional help is needed. Profusely illustrated with photographs taken in her practice, Dr. Lose describes in simple, easy-to-understand language for owners, foaling attendants and caregivers what is normal or typical and how to troubleshoot situations that depart from the norm. Beginning with the delivery, emergencies such as failure to breathe, to rise and to nurse are addressed along with such problems as infections and congenital, hereditary and developmental conditions. Other topics include medication and diet—with the emphasis on foal nutrition to meet the changing needs of the newborn—exercise and the special needs of the premature, twin, orphaned and rejected foal. In addition, Dr. Lose discusses current veterinary and husbandry practices and gives candid judgments about their efficacy. Blessed Are the Foals is, in effect, the companion volume to Dr. Lose's Blessed Are the Brood Mares—the acknowledged classic on the breeding and care of mares through gestation. Yet again Dr. Lose's expertise, compassion and loving regard for all horses is apparent, along with her desire to offer support to all who would look after them.

Horse Health and Nutrition For Dummies

Author: Audrey Pavia
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118052323
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 398

Book Description
Want to know the best ways to care for your horse? Horse Health and Nutrition For Dummies gives you up-to-the-minute guidance on keeping horses healthy at all stages of life. It provides the latest information on equine nutrition and healthcare, explaining how your horse’s body functions and how to keep it in good working order. Packed with practical advice on equine first aid and alternative therapies, this completely practical, plain-English guide explains exactly what to feed your four-legged “hayburner” and how much. You’ll find out what kind of preventive care is vital to keeping your horse in good physical shape and how to recognize signs of illness when things go wrong. You’ll get the low-down on the diseases and conditions most likely to plague the domestic horse and find help in deciding whether to treat problems yourself or call the vet. Discover how to: Manage your horse’s diet House your horse safely and comfortably Tend to the daily details of horse care Examine coat, eyes, hooves and manure Identify, control, and prevent equine diseases Understand links between horse behavior and health Practice good horse nutrition Grow your own horse food Cover horse-health-care costs Breed your horse Care for pregnant mares and newborns A healthy horse is a happy horse. Keep your horse fit with a little help from Horse Health and Nutrition For Dummies, and you’ll be happy too!

Storey's Guide to Raising Horses, 3rd Edition

Author: Heather Smith Thomas
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1635860873
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 860

Book Description
Now with full-color photography and illustrations throughout, the completely updated third edition of Storey’s Guide to Raising Horses is the most comprehensive horse husbandry handbook available, whether you’re a first-time owner or an experienced horse handler. Covering everything you need to know about facilities, breeding, and health care, this new edition features a photographic gallery of many types of horses; expanded material on recognizing, preventing, and treating a wide range of health issues, including insulin resistance, skin conditions, and digestive disorders; new vaccination protocols, including vaccinating for West Nile Virus; and updated information on breeding methods, foaling problems, and the care of broodmares and new foals. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Horse Life

Author: Robyn Smith
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1646113462
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 172

Book Description
The complete beginner's guide to horses and riding for kids 8 to 12 This ultimate guide to horses for kids teaches you all about the basics of equine care—from anatomy to housing to bathing and feeding. Whether you're just starting out or already have a horse of your own, you'll learn how to ride, how to stay safe around horses, and how to develop a healthy and friendly relationship with them. Horse basics—Brush up on your techniques and learn about all the necessary gear, with illustrations to explain horse body language, horse lingo, the different ways horses move, and much more. Safety first—This standout book on horses for kids demonstrates the best practices to keep you and your horse safe during handling, training, riding, and grooming. The perfect horse for you—Learn all about the qualities of different types of horses so you can figure out your dream breed. If you're a horse lover, Horse Life is your perfect companion for getting ready to saddle up.

Starting & Running Your Own Horse Business

Author: Mary Ashby McDonald
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1603424830
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
An updated edition of a guide for business-minded horse entrepreneurs includes an expanded section on safety, tips for operating a riding school or horse camp, strategies for launching a carriage business, tax and insurance advice and suggestions from successful equestrian entrepreneurs and enterprises. Original.

Cherry Hill's Horsekeeping Almanac

Author: Cherry Hill
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1603428372
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 577

Book Description
Keep your horse happy and healthy throughout the entire year. Veteran trainer Cherry Hill provides a comprehensive month-by-month guide to horse care that includes seasonal stable chores and maintenance procedures that promote equine health. Reminding you to check for ticks in April, buy hay in July, and set up winter bedding in October, each month’s reference charts, to-do lists, and climate notes will help you establish routines that follow the natural cycles of the animals and the land.

Storey's Guide to Raising Horses, 2nd Edition

Author: Heather Smith Thomas
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN: 1603424717
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 529

Book Description
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.