Handbook of Horses and Donkeys

Introduction to Ownership and Care

AvChris J. Mortensen

Häftad, Engelska, 2018

Del 4 i serien Horse Riding and Management

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Beskrivning

Horses and donkeys continue to be important to most societies as either recreational or working animals. Presenting a broad coverage of topics relating to horse and donkey ownership, The Handbook of Horses and Donkeys is an introductory guide providing expert advice on current ethical management practices.The history, evolution and domestication of equids is covered, along with equine anatomy and physiology, nutrition, behaviour, learning and cognition, communication, equine health and disease, hoof care, first aid, parasitic infections, preventive measures, pregnancy and foal management.The book is practical, guiding the reader towards good management and best practice. Functional topics are also covered, including body condition scoring, estimating body weight, calculating dietary rations, stabling, pasture advice and management of abnormal behaviours and stereotypies. The approach is holistic, with 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.The information presented is expert-led but written in an informative and accessible way, designed to be applicable to the novice or experienced owner.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2018-10-17
Mått:172 x 246 x 17 mm
Vikt:784 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Horse Riding and Management
Antal sidor:320
Förlag:5M Books Ltd
ISBN:9781912178889

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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.