Horse Sense provides an in-depth guide to horse care under conditions unique to Australia and New Zealand. It is written in an easy-to-read style to appeal to novices as well as experienced owners and covers all aspects of horse care and management.
This new edition provides the latest information on new feeds and supplements, new techniques for gently breaking in young horses, handling difficult horses, safe riding, and treating injuries, diseases, worms and other pests. The book also incorporates the latest standards and guidelines for the welfare of horses. Features Illustrated with colour, black & white photographs and line drawings Covers all aspects of horse care and handling Includes advice on buying, selling and leasing horses Gives expert guidance on first aid, health and nutrition Discusses facilities for large and small properties Provides guidelines on transportation and welfare Looks at employment prospects and training in the horse industryForeword Buying, selling and having a horse General horse management Safe handling, riding and training Describing the horse Feeding the horse Horse health Breeding the horse Horse facilities Transporting horses Working in the horse industry Appendix 1 Welfare issues covered by Codes of Practice in Victoria, Australia Appendix 2 Safe riding on the road: Code of Conduct for Horses on Victorian roads Appendix 3 Tick clearance policy: Queensland, Australia Glossary Index &'doesnt miss a trick when it comes to raising and riding horses. A comprehensive guide to horse care in Australia and New Zealand.
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