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Zusatztext "Horse Health Care gives an owner the basic tools he or she needs to ensure a horse's well- being." -Western Horseman "One of the most prolific writers in the equine industry! Cherry Hill has compiled another book filled with good how-to information." - Western Horseman " Her simple explanations and instructions solve much of the mystery for horseman! especially those new to the industry." - Western Horseman Informationen zum Autor Cherry Hill is an internationally known instructor and horse trainer and has written numerous books, including 101 Arena Exercises for Horse & Rider, Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage, How to Think Like a Horse, What Every Horse Should Know, and Horse Care for Kids. Visit her at www.horsekeeping.com, where you can find information on her books, DVDs, and horsekeeping knowledge.Richard Klimesh cares for five horses on a 70-acre horse facility in Colorado. He is a Certified Master Farrier, who has written hundreds of articles on hoof care and horse facilities. He is the Webmaster of www.horsekeeping.com and the producer of Horsekeeping Videos. Klappentext A Complete Health Care Reference Most horse owners realize that "know-how" is the key to safe and enjoyable horsekeeping. This user-friendly guide, created by respected equestrian author Cherry Hill, offers a wealth of practical advice on mastering dozens of essential skills, illustrated with 350 how-to photographs. Owners of all ages and abilities will find this book indispensable. Horse Health Care includes correct techniques for: - Daily examination - Basic restraint - Leg wrapping - Hoof care - Giving shots - Dental exams - Wound care - Checking vital signs Zusammenfassung A guide to more than 100 equestrian-health-care skills for horse owners, with step-by-step photographs and concise captions providing instructions for each activity. The topics covered include daily examination, wound care, checking important signs, and giving injections. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface Safe Handling and Housing Examining Your Horse Dental Care Genital Care Protecting a Horse from Pests and Parasites Measuring a Horse Hoof Care Caring for Wounds and Abrasions Administering an Intramuscular Injection Safe and Healthy Techniques for Feeding Protective Equipment for Your Horse Horse Clothing Appendix Recommended Reading Glossary Index ...
