Horse Sense: A Complete Guide to Horse Selection and Care

by John J. Mettler

Book Overview

In forty years as a country veterinarian, John J. Mettler has seen just about everything that can happen to horses and horse people - from the first-time buyer purchasing the wrong mount to the experienced owner coping with an acute case of colic. Here Dr. Mettler shares that experience with invaluable advice on preventive health care, breeding, foaling, putting a horse down when necessary, and more. Throughout, his love and respect for horses shines...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0882665499
• ISBN13: 9780882665498
• Release Date: January 1980
• Publisher: Storey Books
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A really informative horse encyclopedia.

This book is simply great. It tells all about horse care, grooming, breeding, and the anatomy of the horse. A must read for anyone who loves horses.