Horse and Stable Management, 4th Edition

by Jeremy Houghton Brown; Sarah Pilliner; Zoe Davies

• ISBN13: 9781405147699
• ISBN10: 1405147695
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2009-02-01
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

Since the first edition was published in 1984 Horse and Stable Management has become the recognised source of reliable information on all aspects of the practical management of horses and ponies. It is now the established textbook for everyone who owns a horse or works with horses.This fourth edition has been radically revised and reorganised to include the most up-to-date and accurate procedures and advice. With many new photographs, Horse and Stable Management includes chapters covering evolution and behaviour, conformation and action, routine preventive measures, nursing the sick horse, first aid, lameness and the management of breeding stock.Horse and Stable Management is essential reading for those taking British Horse Society and Association of British Riding Schools examinations as well as those taking college equine courses or National Vocational Qualifications in horse care and management.The Authors Jeremy Houghton Brown was manager of the British National Equestrian Centre and the British Racing School, then for many years principal lecturer in equine studies at Warwickshire College, where he started and pioneered British equine education. Above all, he is an experienced, practical horseman. Sarah Pilliner is an equine consultant specialising in horse care. She is also an experienced lecturer, competition rider, senior examiner, and the author of several books. Zoe Davies is a former lecturer in equine science, a consultant equine nutritionist, author and external examiner for higher education courses. She has substantial experience in equine management and training.From previous reviews : 'A new classic... a clearly written and easily understood handbook.' Riding 'It is extremely comprehensive. It is also accurate. In fact, a most valuable book for anyone who owns a horse.' Horse and Hound 'The approach and contents are refreshingly different... very informative and a valuable source of reference.' Horse and Rider

Table of Contents

The Horse

Evolution and Domestication of the Horse

Describing the Horse

Conformation and Action

The Horse in Sickness and in Health

The Healthy Horse

Routine Healthcare

The Sick Horse

Nursing the Sick Horse

First Aid

Lameness

The Systems of the Horse

Systems of Support and Movement

Systems of Information and Control

The Circulatory System

The Respiratory System

The Skin

The Digestive System

The Theory of Feeding

Practical Feeding and Watering

Work in the Stable Yard

Handling Horses

The Daily Routine

Yard Work and Riding Out

Staff and the Law

Health and Safety

Horse Care

Horse Clothing

Saddlery and Tack

Preparing Horses for Use

Travelling Horses

The Horse at Grass

Lungeing Horses

Horse Care in Action

Care of the Hunter

The Competition Horse

The Leisure Horse

Breeding and Stud Management

Reproductive, Urinary and Mammary Systems

The Stallion

The mare

The Foal and Young Horse

Preparation of Breeding Stock for Sale

Appendix: Equine Terminology

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