Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook by Thomas Gore

Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook by Thomas Gore

The most comprehensive, up-to-date horse care book available 

Completely updated with the latest information on infectious diseases, parasites, breeding and foaling, and alternative therapies, the Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook, Third Edition is still as useful and easy to navigate as the original, classic text. With an index of signs and symptoms, a guide to the organs and body systems, a general index, cross-references, and a helpful glossary, this book will help you diagnose and treat your horse. You will appreciate the well-organized contents, which will help you find the information you need quickly, when your horse needs your help most.

This all-new edition of the popular classic contains important updates and new information on the latest veterinary practices and research. It gives you trusted guidance and immediate answers when the vet's office is closed, potentially life-saving instructions for emergency situations, and additional insight post-diagnosis.

New and updated information includes:

• Vaccinations, drugs, and dewormers
• Pigeon Fever and West Nile Virus
• New fertility treatments and methods for monitoring estrus and pregnancy, and coverage of Mare Reproductive Loss Syndrome
• Foal CPR and newborn care
• Advancements in dental health, orthopedic problems, colic, fractures and breaks, cancer, genetics, and more
• Enhanced coverage of geriatric care and health concerns in the older horse
• Alternative therapies, including massage, chiropractic care, osteopathic care, physical therapy, acupuncture, and nutraceuticals
• The latest nutrition guidelines from The National Research Council
• Expanded guidance on common forage and landscape toxins

With the guidance of this book and a good working partnership with your veterinarian, you can keep your beloved horse healthy for life.

JAMES M. GIFFIN, M.D., a graduate of Yale University School of Medicine, coauthored the Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook, Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, and Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, three top-selling titles from Howell Book House.

KJERSTEN DARLING, D.V. M., a graduate of the University of California-Davis Veterinary School, is a specialist in equine reproduction. She currently runs her own practice in Montrose, California.

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ISBN 13	9780470126790
ISBN 10	0470126795
Title	Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook
Author	Thomas Gore
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Turner Publishing Company
Year published	2008-07-01
Number of pages	720
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.