Synopsis
Essential guide to transporting horses by sea and keeping them healthy This book explains practical, proven methods for caring for troops’ horses during long voyages, with a focus on safety, welfare, and efficient transport.
From foot-hold and stable setup to feeding, watering, and handling in rough seas, it covers how to reduce risk and improve outcomes for many horses on board ships. It also discusses the roles of veterinary officers and the importance of experienced supervision in military remount programs.
- How to provide secure footing and safe sling practices for horses during loading, travel, and disembarkation.
- Best practices for watering, feeding, and keeping equipment clean to protect health and morale.
- Practical advice on stall design, foot-hold, and mucking-out considerations aboard ships.
- Historical context on veterinary care, authority, and the evolution of professional standards in transport.
Ideal for readers of historical military logistics, animal welfare in transport, and veterinary history.
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Horses on Board Ship: A Guide to Their Management (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book recounts the author's experiences managing horses on voyages to India and Russia. It illuminates the dangers horses face while at sea, citing the deaths of famous racehorses like Blue Gown and Prince IO as examples of how rough conditions can lead to injury or death. The author's personal experiences with voyages aboard cattle steamers and troop ships shaped his understanding of equine sea travel, and he shares his insights alongside historical data collected from official sources. In addition to outlining the risks of equine sea travel, the author also discusses methods for mitigating these risks, such as the use of coconut matting to prevent horses from slipping and spacious stalls to reduce anxiety. Overall, this volume educates readers on the challenges and rewards of transporting horses by sea, making it a valuable resource for horse owners, maritime professionals, and animal welfare advocates. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333845919_0
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Horses on Board Ship A Guide to Their Management Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333845919
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Horses on Board Ship A Guide to Their Management Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333845919
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