BELGIAN DRAUGHT HORSE HANDBOOK: The Complete Guide to Belgian Draught Horse Care, Training, Feeding, Health, Breeding, Driving, Work Applications, and Long-Term Ownership - Couverture souple

J. MCLEAN, CHRIS

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798185186411

Editeur : Independently published, 2026

Synopsis

BELGIAN DRAUGHT HORSE HANDBOOK

Unlock the knowledge and confidence to care for one of the world's most powerful and gentle draft horse breeds with the BELGIAN DRAUGHT HORSE HANDBOOK by CHRIS J. MCLEAN. Whether you're a first-time owner, hobby farmer, equestrian enthusiast, breeder, or experienced horse handler, this comprehensive guide provides the practical information and expert insights needed to raise, train, and manage healthy, dependable Belgian Draught Horses throughout every stage of life.

Renowned for their immense strength, calm temperament, and remarkable work ethic, Belgian Draught Horses excel in farming, logging, carriage driving, competitions, and recreational riding. This handbook takes you step by step through selecting the right horse, designing suitable housing, providing balanced nutrition, implementing effective training methods, preventing health problems, and developing a successful long-term management plan.

Inside this handbook, you'll discover:

• The history, characteristics, and unique qualities of the Belgian Draught Horse

• How to choose a healthy horse that matches your goals and experience

• Stable design, pasture management, fencing, and daily care routines

• Complete feeding and nutrition programs for foals, adults, working horses, and seniors

• Practical groundwork, handling, and positive training techniques

• Harness training, carriage driving, and agricultural work applications

• Exercise, conditioning, and fitness programs for optimal performance

• Preventive health care, vaccinations, hoof care, dental care, and parasite control

• Recognizing common illnesses, injuries, and emergency situations

• Breeding, foaling, and raising healthy young horses

• Behavioral management and solutions to common training challenges

• Long-term ownership strategies that promote lifelong health, productivity, and welfare

Whether your goal is working the land, participating in driving events, breeding quality horses, or simply enjoying the companionship of this magnificent breed, this handbook offers trusted, easy-to-follow guidance that supports responsible ownership and lasting success.

Written by CHRIS J. MCLEAN, this all-in-one reference combines practical experience with proven equine management principles, making it an invaluable resource for both beginners and experienced horse owners who want to provide the highest standard of care for their Belgian Draught Horse.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Independently published
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798185186411
• Reliure: Paperback
• Nombre de pages: 305
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible