Anyone who looks after a horse -- whether owner, trainer or groom -- can rely on this authoritative book to get them through emergencies as well as routine events.

Features such basic health care and management issues including:

• The latest medicines and immunizations
• Wounds
• Illnesses
• Parasites
• Nutrition and supplements
• Reproduction

This reference has complete and up-to-date veterinary information both professionals and nonprofessionals can use to maintain their horse's health. 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.

Contents

Index of Signs and Symptoms

1. Emergencies
2. Parasites
3. Infectious Diseases
4. Skin
5. Eyes
6. Ears
7. Oral Cavity
8. Digestive System
9. Respiratory System
10. Circulatory System
11. Nervous System
12. Musculoskeletal System
13. Urinary System
14. Sex and Reproduction
15. Pregnancy and Foaling
16. Pediatrics
17. Feeding and Nutrition
18. Geriatrics
19. Drugs and Medications

Appendix

General Index

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