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Informationen zum Autor Cynthia McFarland has been a horse owner for more than 30 years and has written two books and hundreds of equine articles for numerous publications including Horse Illustrated, Equine Journal, Western Horseman, Horses USA, Quarter Horses USA, and Thoroughbred Times. Cynthia lives in Ocala, Florida — the “Horse Capital of the World.” Klappentext Start Your Foal Off on the Right Hoof Correct handling, health care, and training during the first year establish a strong foundation for the rest of a horse's life. This up-close, photographic guide leads you through the process of raising a foal from birth to weaning, including what critical developmental signs to look for and how to perform key procedures at each stage. With this advice you can produce a healthy, well-adjusted foal. Zusammenfassung Captures the foaling experience in up-close photographs by horse photographer Bob Langrish. This guide takes through the first year of a foal's life with descriptions and instructions on birth, care, handling, training, and weaning. It is for novice horse owners, farmers, 4-H and Pony Club members and for ones fascinated by horses and their lives. Inhaltsverzeichnis Foreword Preface & Acknowledgments 1 Getting Ready for the Big Day 2 Your Foal Arrives! 3 Red-Flag Foaling Problems: What to Do and When to Call the Vet 4 The First 24 Hours 5 Handling during the First Days and Weeks 6 The First Weeks 7 One to Three Months: Learning and Growing 8 Four to Six Months: Confidence and Curiosity 9 Weaning Time: Farewell to Mom 10 Growing Up Fast: Weanling to Yearling 11 Paperwork Time: Naming and Registration 12 Record Keeping Glossary Resources, Contacts, and Helpful Information Index
