Feeding and Care of the Horse - Hardcover

Lewis, Lon D.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0812108035 ISBN 13: 9780812108033

Publisher: Lea & Febiger, 1982

Synopsis

This is the concise, easy-to-use version of Dr. Lewis's Equine Clinical Nutrition, Feeding and Care. It includes a full-color section identifying toxic plants and provides practical information on the diversified effects of different nutrients, feeds and supplements on a horse's athletic performance, reproduction, growth, hooves, appetite, behavior and disease. The book can help prevent common, but expensive problems in horses of all ages.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Feeding and Care of the Horse, 2nd Edition is an essential reference for anyone training, treating, breeding or owning horses. Dr. Lewis, a widely recognized veterinary researcher, teacher, and consultant on equine nutrition and care, has condensed his highly-acclaimed textbook – Equine Clinical Nutrition, Feeding and Care – into this indispensable guide to all aspects of horse care. You’ll find:

• Characteristics, pros, cons and use of feeds and supplements


• Maximizing pasture benefits


• Money-saving advice on nutrition, care and management


• Strategies for the prevention and treatment of diseases


• Vital information on growth, reproduction, old age and care during weather extremes and for athletic or show performance


• Unique, full-color coverage of 79 poisonous plants


• New data on developmental bone diseases


• Practical guide for housing, bedding, fencing, and record keeping


• Specific management for behavior, foot, teeth, hair coat and parasite problems


• Over 100 descriptive tables and illustrations


• An extensive glossary

In this one handy volume, Dr. Lewis provides everything you need to know about quality, cost-effective horse management and care.

About the Author:

Lon Lewis, DVM, PhD

About this edition

• Publisher: Lea & Febiger
• Publication date: 1982
• ISBN 10: 0812108035
• ISBN 13: 9780812108033
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 248