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Care & Management Of The Older Horse
by: Parsons, Heather Scott
Topics covered: Day-to-day seasonal care, proactive health care, meeting
nutritional requirments, exercise, retirement options, breeding, age related
ailments, euthansia. Line drawings, Color photos. 270 pgs.
c. 2001, H/C...$29.95
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Caring For Older Horses & Ponies (Threshold Picture Guides #48)
by: McBane, Susan
Valuable advice and management techniques including: how horses age, changes
in the body, personality changes, habit changes, age-related health conditions,
preventative management, useful complementary therapies, teaching an older
horse new tricks, obedience and the older horse. Color illustrations.
24 pgs.
c. 2004, Booklet...$12.95
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Classic Encyclopedia Of The Horse
by: Magner, Dennis
A reprint of the 1895 edition titled "The Standard Horse Book".
Includes everything about horses, including: the priciples & secrets
of training, history, breeding, personality of the horse, horsemanship,
stabling, shoeing, care & more. Includes a special 200 page medical
section - a virtual Gray's Anatomy of the horse with extraordinary detailed
anatomical drawings. Over 950 illustrations. 643 pgs.
c. 1980, H/C... $35.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good, Near Mint inside, minor
cover wear on edges, no dust jacket
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Color Of Horses
by: Green, Dr. Ben
Scientific & authoratative identification of the color of the horse.
It begins with a description of various horse breeds & their characteristics.
Then it addresses the two main color categories: intense colors such as
bay, brown, black, grey, and dun, which have dark hair & dark hides;
and self colors such as chestnut, sorrel, buckskin, and copper dun which
have light hair and light hides. Each detailed description of color includes
a diagram of pigment arrangement. 34 reproductions of color oil paintings
depict the colors. 127 pgs.
c. 1974, S/C...$20.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good
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Color Of Horses
by: Green, Dr. Ben
Scientific & authoratative identification of the color of the horse. It
begins with a description of various horse breeds & their characteristics.
Then it addresses the two main color categories: intense colors such as
bay, brown, black, grey, and dun, which have dark hair & dark hides; and
self colors such as chestnut, sorrel, buckskin, and copper dun which have
light hair and light hides. Each detailed description of color includes
a diagram of pigment arrangement. 34 reproductions of color oil paintings
depict the colors. 127 pgs.
c. 2001, S/C...$20.00
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Complete Book Of Foaling, An Illustrated Guide For The Foaling Attendant
by: Hayes, Karen DVM, MS
The birth canal, preparation, choosing a vet, prefoaling vaccines, nutrition,
the foaling stall, 4 phases of labor, baby & its first 12 hours, colustrum,
milk production, the aggressive mare, checklists, inducing labor. B/W
photos, illustrations. 260 pgs.
c. 1993... $34.95
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Complete Book Of Horse & Pony Care
by: Janson, Mike
Practical advice on choosing, caring, feeding, grooming, health. 96 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C... $14.95
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Complete Book Of Horse Care
by: Hawcroft, Tim
This comprehensive, large-format guide addresses such topics as daily
and periodic care, feeding, grooming, exercise, shoeing, and the most
common and easily recognized illnesses, detailing their signs, symptoms,
and treatments. Color photos. 208 pgs.
c. 1983, H/C, (Reg Price $27.95)...$22.50
Used
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket,
name inside front cover otherwise like new inside
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Complete Equine Emergency Bible
by: Coumbe, Karen & Bush, Karen
The Comprehensive Guide to Coping with Every Horse-Related Emergency from
First Aid to Road Safety. Riding is great fun and very rewarding, but
accidents can happen, therefore every rider should have a basic knowledge
of how to cope in an emergency. The Complete Equine Emergency Bible offers
comprehensive advice on exactly what to do should one or one's horse become
injured when out riding or at the stable yard. This essential guide brings
forth: Must-have guidance for anyone who rides a horse, not just horse
owners; Clear, concise instructions that show reader exactly what to do
in an emergency; Both rider and horse emergencies, fully covered; Important
road safety advice. Many different topics are covered from minor horse
injuries such as surface wounds to more serious accidents such as broken
bones or an eye injury. Rider accidents include falling from a horse to
more serious injuries. It also discusses accident prevention, both in
the stable yard and on one's horse, including safety at home and when
out hacking, what to wear and how to avoid problems. Filed with color
photos. 192 pgs.
c. 2004, H/C...$29.99
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like new
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Complete Equine Veterinary Manual
by: Pavord, Tony
Readers will find detailed assessments of the cause, symptoms and treatment
of every known equine disease, enabling them to access relevant information
as quickly as possible. It also offers two cross-referenced routes for
finding the necessary guidance: 1) via an index of known equine diseases
throughout the world, and 2) an alphabetical encyclopedia of specific
diseases. Full-color photographs accompanying various maladies aid in
identifying specific conditions. Including the latest research from all
over the world, this book is a must-have for veterinary surgeons and students,
and the perfect addition to the bookshelves of amateur and professional
horse owners alike. Color photos. 255 pgs.
c. 1997, S/C...$22.95
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Complete Equine Veterinary Manual, 3rd Ed
by: Pavord, Tony
Readers will find detailed assessments of the cause, symptoms and treatment
of every known equine disease, enabling them to access relevant information
as quickly as possible. It also offers two cross-referenced routes for
finding the necessary guidance: 1) via an index of known equine diseases
throughout the world, and 2) an alphabetical encyclopedia of specific
diseases. Full-color photographs accompanying various maladies aid in
identifying specific conditions. Including the latest research from all
over the world, this book is a must-have for veterinary surgeons and students,
and the perfect addition to the bookshelves of amateur and professional
horse owners alike. Color photos. 256 pgs.
c. 2009, S/C... $29.99
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Complete Foaling Manual
by: Jones, Theresa
Covers everything from prenatal care through the foal's first few weeks,
concentrating on the time around delivery. It explains the foaling process
& what the attendant can do to ensure success. Things you will learn:
how to recognize abnormal deliveries, take care of delivery problems,
answer colostrum questions, handle the foal, when to call the vet, what
to do until the vet arrives, postpartum complications in mares, abnormalities
in foals, care for weak or strong foals, vaccinations, deworming, &
much more. Includes real-life case studies to give you full & exact
education. B/W photos & illustrations. 320 pgs.
c. 2002, H/C...$32.95
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Complete Horse Care Manual: The Essential Practical Guide To All Aspects
Of Caring For Your Horse
by: Vogel, Colin, B.V.M.
Provides precise advice on: feeding, grooming, & exercising all year
round; stabling; fitting bits, bridles & other pieces of tack - &
keeping them in top notch condition; handling your horse properly; recognizing
& treating symptoms of common illness; & dealing with emergencies
- either on your own or with the help of a vet. It also includes complete
charts covering daily, monthly, & annual routines & care, information
on transporting & showing your horse, & explanations of natural
behavior. Packed with hundreds of color photos & illustrations. 192
pgs.
c. 1995, H/C...$24.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like New
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Complete Performance Horse: Preventive Medicine, Fitness, Feeding,
Lameness
by: Vogel, Colin
By the time a problem with your horse has become noticeable, serious harm
may already have occurred. Learn to detect early signs of disease and
injury with these simple techniques, and to care for many of the problems
yourself with the treatments recommended here. With this complete coverage
of the full range of diseases, injuries, nutrition, and fitness needs,
you get detailed descriptions of how to detect a problem, what caused
it, what you can do about it, and when it's time to call the vet. With
dozens of photos, close-up diagrams, and troubleshooting charts, you'll
use this helpful guide both as a health reference and as an overall plan
for caring for your horse. 240 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C... $34.95
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Concise Guide To Colic In The Horse (Concise Guide Series)
by: Ramey, David DVM
This is the third book in a new series of single-topic paperbacks related
to the health and maintenance of the horse by David W. Ramey, D.V.M. "Colic"
is a catch-all term for a condition that can pass in a few minutes to
one that is ultimately fatal to the horse. Dr. Ramey describes the various
types of colic and the recommended course of treatment for each. Owners
will be able to recognize the different symptoms and know whether to self-treat
or call the veterinarian immediately. 128 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C... $14.95
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Concise Guide To Medications & Supplements For The Horse (Concise
Guide Series)
by: Ramey, David DVM
This is the only book on the market that identifies and describes the
thousands of possible drugs and supplements used to treat the injuries
and augment the performance of America's horses. Describes & evaluates
the most common drugs, hormones, supplements, & administration of
drugs. 192 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C... $16.95
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Concise Guide To Navicular Syndrome In The Horse (Concise Guide Series)
by: Ramey, David DVM
This is the fourth book in the Concise Guide Series that deals with the
health and maintenance of the horse. Here David W. Ramey, D.V.M., discusses
injury to the navicular bone of the front foot and evaluates treatments
that can be used to prevent lameness. What the condition is, how it develops,
diagnosis & treatment, lameness. 128 pgs.
c. 1997, S/C... $14.95
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Concise Guide To Tendon & Ligament Injuries In The Horse (Concise
Guide Series)
by: Ramey, David DVM
This book describes the most common tendon and ligament injuries that
affect all sport horses. It explains how to recognize an injured tendon
or ligament in a horse, and it evaluates a range of possible treatments
and their effectiveness and limitations. With this information, owners
can better understand what it will take to make their horses sound again.
Includes: treatments, strategies, shoeing, & rehabilitation of commonly
injured areas. 113 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C... $14.95
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Conformation (Threshold Picture Guides #19)
by: Henriques, Pegotty
Guide to the basic principles & practical implications of conformation.
24 pgs.
c. 1991, Booklet...$12.95
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Disorders Of The Horse & What To Do About Them
by: Hanauer, Elsie
Examines the various disorders of the horse, their cause and symptoms,
and well-proven treatments. The horse is explained thoroughly in regards
to the digestive system, the respiratory system, the nervous system, the
skin, and the feet and legs. In each case, diagnosis of specific diseases
is shown, along with information on the care of the afflicted horse. A
diagnosis must be concerned with the horse's history, attitude, skin,
visible mucous membranes, respirations, appetite and thirst, the urine,
the pulse, temperature and possibility of fever. Through these observations,
disorders can be identified, and then treated. It presents in detail scores
of horse disorders, from colic and peritonitis and parasites to bronchitis,
mange, navicular disease, fractures, to miscellaneous diseases such as
equine influenza, malignant edema and even sleeping sickness. Care and
first aid for each disorder is explained. Illustrated. 118 pgs.
A classic that is still in-print.
c. 1973, S/C... $5.00
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Dr. Kellon's Guide To First Aid For Horses
by: Kellon, Eleanor, VMD
A handy easy-to-use reference book to help determine what is ailing your
horse and what emergency treatments should be taken and performed. Full-color
photographs show symptoms and indicate what to look for and what to do.
Sound professional advice on abrasions, concussions, bleeding, lacerations,
burns, smoke inhalation, asthma, fever, emphysema, botulism, colic, bloating,
constipation, diarrhea, shock, lead poisoning, laminitis, rabies, worms,
hypothermia, frostbite, stroke, muscle cramps, seizures, liver failure,
blood poisoning, heat stroke, allergies, newborn emergencies, adverse
drug reactions, stones in the urinary tract, and many other life threatening
situations. Key time-saving features include: Color-coded tabs by type
of ailment for quick reference; A summary page of symptoms at the beginning
of each chapter and a list of first aid kit items needed for treatment;
A rating system (0 to 3 red asterisks) to indicate the severity of the
problem. 254 pgs.
c. 1990, Spiral... $24.50
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