Colics of the Horse

by Frank Kral

This antique book constitutes a comprehensive monograph on the subject of colic in horses. This book was originally written for practical use in the treatment of the sick horse. It will be of particular use to veterinary students, as the text covers the handling of the colic case from the viewpoints of history, observation, examination, clinical symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Although old, much of the information contained herein is timeless. The chapters of this book include: 'General Discussion of Colics', 'Origin of the Term, Colic', 'Types of Colics', 'Incorrect Feeding Methods', 'Defective Duality of Feed', 'Faulty Dentition', 'Atmospheric Influence', 'Poisons', 'Inflammatory Structural Changes', 'Pathological Changes in the Blood Vessels and Lymph Glands', etcetera. This text was originally published in 1965, and we are proud to be republishing it now complete with a new introduction on the care and management of horses.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1446512134
• ISBN13: 9781446512135
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Kormendi Press
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"