The Horse Owner's Handbook

by Carole Mortimer, Jo Weeks, Monty Mortimer

Selecting and purchasing a horse is dealt with in detail, with warnings of the pitfalls that may be encountered. A guide to stabling and pasture management covers these important aspects of horse care, which are so vital in maintaining your horse's health and happiness. The principles of keeping the horse healthy are explained including feeding, grooming, shoeing, veterinary care and sick nursing. A programme for getting the horse fit for hunting...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0715315943
• ISBN13: 9780715315941
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: David & Charles
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.4" x 8.5"

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