Product Description
This is the concise, easy-to-use version of Dr. Lewis's Equine Clinical Nutrition, Feeding and Care. It includes a full-color section identifying toxic plants and provides practical information on the diversified effects of different nutrients, feeds and supplements on a horse's athletic performance, reproduction, growth, hooves, appetite, behavior and disease. The book can help prevent common, but expensive problems in horses of all ages.
Book Info
Second edition of a detailed reference for the nonveterinarian, such as horse owners, trainers, or breeders, on the care of the sick and well adult horse and foal. Abridged version of Equine Clinical Nutrition, 1995, by the same author. Color and halftone illustrations.
From the Back Cover
Feeding and Care of the Horse, 2nd Edition is an essential reference for anyone training, treating, breeding or owning horses. Dr. Lewis, a widely recognized veterinary researcher, teacher, and consultant on equine nutrition and care, has condensed his highly-acclaimed textbook – Equine Clinical Nutrition, Feeding and Care – into this indispensable guide to all aspects of horse care. You’ll find:
- Characteristics, pros, cons and use of feeds and supplements
- Maximizing pasture benefits
- Money-saving advice on nutrition, care and management
- Strategies for the prevention and treatment of diseases
- Vital information on growth, reproduction, old age and care during weather extremes and for athletic or show performance
- Unique, full-color coverage of 79 poisonous plants
- New data on developmental bone diseases
- Practical guide for housing, bedding, fencing, and record keeping
- Specific management for behavior, foot, teeth, hair coat and parasite problems
- Over 100 descriptive tables and illustrations
- An extensive glossary
In this one handy volume, Dr. Lewis provides everything you need to know about quality, cost-effective horse management and care.
About the Author
Lon Lewis, DVM, PhD
