Foal to First Ridden |
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| Author:
| Britton, Vanessa |
| ISBN: | 978-1-86126-552-4 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2002 |
| Publisher: | The Crowood Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $39.95 |
Book Description:
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In this title, Vanessa Britton provides all the help and guidance necessary to enable you to enjoy one of the most rewarding experiences open to the horse owner, that of breeding and rearing a foal from a favorite mare. Written for the first-time breeder, topics covered include assessing your mare and finding a suitable stallion, and sending your mare to stud. Pregnancy in the mare, foaling and postnatal care, the lactating mare, weaning, and nutrition are also included, as...
More Description In this title, Vanessa Britton provides all the help and guidance necessary to enable you to enjoy one of the most rewarding experiences open to the horse owner, that of breeding and rearing a foal from a favorite mare. Written for the first-time breeder, topics covered include assessing your mare and finding a suitable stallion, and sending your mare to stud. Pregnancy in the mare, foaling and postnatal care, the lactating mare, weaning, and nutrition are also included, as well as general management and initial training, and backing.