Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook, 2nd Edition

by James M. Giffin; Tom Gore

• ISBN13: 9780876056066
• ISBN10: 0876056060
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1997-12-01
• Publisher: Howell Book House

Summary

This best-selling reference has been completely revised and updated by two outstanding professionals who know how to communicate the veterinary information nonprofessionals need to maintain their horse's health. Doctors James Giffin and Tom Gore address such basic health-care and management issues as the latest medicines and immunizations, wounds, illnesses, parasites, nutrition and supplements, and reproduction. Just inside the covers, the horse owner can easily access the index of Signs and Symptoms, since responding quickly to an emergency can literally mean the life or death of a horse. Anyone who looks after a horse-whether owner, trainer or groom-can rely on this authoritative book to get them through emergencies and well as routine events.

Author Biography

JAMES M. GIFFIN, M.D. received his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine in 1961. He is the co-author of the Complete Great Pyrenees, The Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook, and The Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook—published by Howell Book House. Dr. Giffin's interest in horses began with his daughter's Kate's first horse, and continued through 4-H and the various horse shows in western United States. While practicing surgery in Colorado, he was called to active military duty in Operation Desert Storm, subsequently retiring as a lieutenant colonel. He now devotes his time to writing. TOM GORE, D.V.M. is a veterinarian with over twenty-five years experience in caring for horses. He grew up on a cattle ranch and counts among his earliest recollections the names of the horses he rode on seasonal roundups. Dr. Gore received his medical degree from Colorado State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1973. He returned to his hometown and established a private practice in veterinary medicine. He and his family, with their dogs and horses, now make their home in Osmond, Nebraska.

Table of Contents

Index of Signs and Symptoms.

Chapter 1: Emergencies.

Chapter 2: Parasites.

Chapter 3: Infectious Diseases.

Chapter 4: Skin.

Chapter 5: Eyes.

Chapter 6: Ears.

Chapter 7: Oral Cavity.

Chapter 8: Digestive System.

Chapter 9: Respiratory System.

Chapter 10: Circulatory System.

Chapter 11: Nervous System.

Chapter 12: Musculoskeletal System.

Chapter 13: Urinary System.

Chapter 14: Sex and Reproduction.

Chapter 15: Pregnancy and Foaling.

Chapter 16: Pediatrics.

Chapter 17: Feeding and Nutrition.

Chapter 18: Geriatrics.

Chapter 19: Drugs and Medications.

Appendix.

General Index