Aging Horse

Author : Jessica Jahiel
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1603423893
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4.92/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Keeping Your Old Horse Feeling Young written by Jessica Jahiel and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2001-08-15 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Good Life for a Horse's Golden Years. The aging of horses in your care is inevitable and, in fact, you may prefer to work with older horses to take advantage of their experience and patience in teaching young riders. But what can your expect of an older horse? Does he have special needs? Is he capable of carrying a workload, or should he be allowed to retire? How do you keep him healthy and happy? Jessica Jahiel answers these questions and more, covering such vital topics as proper feeding, general care, and the importance of regular exercise and companionship, all of which result in an excellent quality-of-life for your older horse. With her practical, expert advise, your aging horse will remain your trusty, trusting steed for years to come.

Author : Eleanor M. Kellon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780914327509
Total Pages : 246 pages
Book Rating : 4.0X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Older Horse written by Eleanor M. Kellon and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like people, horses are living longer these days, making their care a special challenge. The older horses can be an exceptionally good value -- his experience, bloodlines, and training a great asset. This book helps the horse owner keep the animal in his prime and deal with his special needs.Eleanor M. Kellon, noted veterinarian and author, presents information about purchasing, caring for and conditioning older horses. She discusses their special problems and dealing with their retirement. Includes detailed charts for feeding and de-worming; care for aging broodmares; and special attention needed for the various physiological systems of an older horse. This is an invaluable aid to everyone with an older horse or considering the purchase of a veteran performer.

Author : Juliet M. Getty
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781483963136
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aging Horse written by Juliet M. Getty and published by . This book was released on 2013-03-27 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aged horse has so much to offer: wisdom, experience, reliability, and confidence, to name just a few attributes. Helping him grow old in good health and with dignity is a gift every horse owner hopes to be able to bestow. In this teleseminar transcription, Dr. Getty covers all the elements you need to know about feeding your horse to foster his longevity and prolong his usefulness.

Author : Stuart J. Murphy
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 0060557710
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Same Old Horse written by Stuart J. Murphy and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2005-08-23 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stuart J. Murphy travels all over the UnitedStates talking to thousands of kids. And you'll never believe what they talk about: MATH! Stuart shows kids that they use math every day -- to share a pizza, spend their allowance, even sort socks. Stuart writes funny stories about math -- and if you read his books, you'll start to see the fun in math, too. Same Old Horse Hankie wants to be unpredictable, but the other horses are sure he'll always be the same old Hankie. Someone's in for a surprise in this story about making predictions.

Author : Robert E. Holland
Publisher : Eclipse Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 140 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Understanding the Older Horse written by Robert E. Holland and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Older horses are like part of the family. Many owners still take care of the horses and ponies they had when they were younger. And these horses don't ask for much--just a place to live, food to eat, and a little love and attention. But owners can do more for their older equine friends. Written by Dr. Robert E. Holland, who drew upon his veterinary work as well as his childhood experiences caring for an older horse, UNDERSTANDING THE OLDER HORSE emphasized the importance of developing a complete and consistent wellness management program to fit each horse's needs.

Author : Juliet M. Getty
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781492732174
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Aging Horse written by Juliet M. Getty and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2013-09-14 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The aged horse has so much to offer: wisdom, experience, and confidence, to name a few attributes. Helping him grow old in good health and with dignity is a gift every horse owner hopes to be able to bestow. In this expanded and updated edition of Aging Horse, Dr. Getty covers all the elements you need to know about feeding your mature horse to foster his longevity and prolong his usefulness.

Author : Karen E. N. Hayes
Publisher : Trafalgar Square Publishing
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 450 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hands on Senior Horse Care written by Karen E. N. Hayes and published by Trafalgar Square Publishing. This book was released on 2001 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The complete book of senior equine management and first aid"--Cover.

Author : Tom Doherty
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1405172754
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Manual of Equine Anesthesia and Analgesia written by Tom Doherty and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent years, a number of important developments have been madein equine anaesthesia and analgesia. These include new methods ofmonitoring the patient, the availability of new drugs and theimplementation of new procedures. This book not only covers all thetraditional methods of anaesthesia and recent developments, but itprovides students and practitioners with essential information onthe scientific basis of anaesthesia, as well as giving handy tipson more practical aspects of anaesthesia, such as drug regimens forfield anaesthesia. Covers all the latest developments in equine anaesthesia whilstproviding the reader with lots of practical information Includes detailed coverage of the sciences behind anaesthesiaand the drugs used Easy-to-read format, with lots of bulleted lists and tabulatedinformation

Author : Juliet M. Getty
Publisher : Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1608442144
Total Pages : 486 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Feed Your Horse Like a Horse written by Juliet M. Getty and published by Dog Ear Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 486 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Feeding is the foundation of every horse's health, and every owner cares about it, but answers can be hard to find. Based on solid science and the author's long experience, Feed Your Horse Like A Horse illuminates the secrets of equine nutrition and points the way toward lifelong vitality for your horse. Part I explains the physiology of the horse's digestion and nutrient use; Part II offers recommendations for specific conditions such as insulin resistance and laminitis, as well as discussion about feeding through the life stages, from foals to athletes to aged horses. Whether you are a novice horse owner or a seasoned professional, Feed Your Horse Like A Horse will be your most valuable resource on equine nutrition. You'll begin in Section 1 with an up-to-date overview of nutrition and horse physiology that is designed for everyone, from the novice to the lifelong horseman. Section 2 will empower you to make the right feeding decisions that support your horse's innate needs, regardless of his condition or activity type. As a reference book, you have the freedom to choose which sections to read. Topics include: - Choosing the right hay or concentrates - Helping easy and hard keepers - How vitamins and minerals work - Recognizing and eliminating stress - Importance of salt and other electrolytes - Treating insulin resistance - Reducing the risk of laminitis - Recovery for the rescued horse - Nutrient fundamentals - Dealing with genetic disorders - Managing allergies - Alleviating arthritis - Diagnosing equine Cushing's disease - Preventing ulcers and colic - Feeding treats safely - Pregnancy and lactation - Feeding the orphaned foal - Optimizing growth - Optimizing athletic work and performance - Changing needs as horses age - Considerations for donkeys and mules Juliet M. Getty, Ph.D. is a consultant, speaker, and writer in equine nutrition. A retired university professor and winner of several teaching awards, Dr. Getty presents seminars to horse organizations and works with individual owners to create customized nutrition plans designed to prevent illness and optimize their horses' overall health and performance. Based in beautiful rural Bayfield, Colorado, Dr. Getty runs a consulting company, Getty Equine Nutrition, LLC (GettyEquineNutrition.com), through which she helps horse owners locally, nationally, and internationally. The well-being of the horse remains Dr. Getty's driving motivation, and she believes every horse owner should have access to scientific information in order to give every horse a lifetime of vibrant health.

Author : Steven M. Gelber
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 0801889979
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Horse Trading in the Age of Cars written by Steven M. Gelber and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2008-10 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gelber's highly readable and lively prose makes clear how this unique economic ritual survived into the industrial twentieth century, in the process adding a colorful and interesting chapter to the history of the automobile.