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Livre 3 sur 3: Horse Riding and Management

Chris J. Mortensen

 
9781912178889: The Handbook of Horses and Donkeys: Introduction to Ownership and Care

Synopsis

A practical book with expert-led information designed to be applicable to the novice or experienced owner

Presenting a broad coverage of topics relating to horse and donkey ownership, The Handbook of Horses and Donkeys: Introduction to Ownership and Care is an introductory guide providing expert advice on current ethical management practices.

What's covered:

  • The history, evolution and domestication of equids
  • Equine anatomy and physiology – as well as nutrition, behaviour, learning and cognition, communication, equine health and disease, hoof care, first aid, parasitic infections, preventive measures, pregnancy and foal management
  • Functional topics – including body condition scoring, estimating body weight, calculating dietary rations, stabling, pasture advice and management of abnormal behaviours and stereotypies
  • A global perspective of the care and different uses of equines worldwide – and of equine health in relation to the global spread of infection and diseases

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À propos de l'auteur

Chris J. Mortensen earned his PhD from Texas A&M University with a focus on equine health, nutrition, and reproduction. For many years he taught university courses focused in the equine sciences including online courses to thousands of learners from all over the world. His scientific research has investigated nutritional and stress impacts on equine reproduction. Today, he resides in New Zealand with his family writing, podcasting, and working in animal conservation.

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