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David Ramey, 2006, paperback, 96 pages

Navicular syndrome is often surrounded by concerns and misconceptions, which this book aims to clarify in plain language.  With descriptions on the condition, how it develops and treatments, you can approach your horse's lameness with a new insight.
Armed with the information, this book will help you make realistic decisions about your equine's future.

REF:  CS031

£12.95

Martin Deacon & Gail Williams, 2006, paperback, 144 pages

Maintaining and enhancing the performance and soundness of your horse or pony can be derived from good farriery, foot balance and conformation and gait.
Illustrated with colour photographs, this invaluable guide explains why everyone involved with horses needs to master the principles of equine foot balance.
Up to 95% of all equines have some form of foot balance which makes them susceptible to lameness, bad backs, shortened stride and arthritis amongst others.
Martin Deacon is highly respected in the farriery profession and is a consultant to the British Horse Trials Association, British Equine Team and a former National Farriery Champion.

REF:  CS032

£18.95

Gillian McCarthy, 1998, paperback, 300 pages

Aims to provide detailed information on the feeding requirements of specific categories of horses, depending upon age and use.  The book is divided into two segments.  The first part describes the horse's needs in terms of nutrients and how to provide them.
The second section focuses on the implications of feeding on behaviour, temperament and health problems.

David Ramey, 2004, paperback

Respiratory problems can be widespread and often difficult to treat whether from persistent coughing to bleeding from the lungs.  Informative and practical, David briefly outlines the horse's anatomy, discusses the treatments on offer today and analyses each of the common diseases in detail such as strangles.
The book's emphasis on preventative care also advises owners how management practices contribute to horse health issues.

REF:  CS034

£12.95

Heather Simpson, 2004, paperback, 136 pages

As a professional equine behavioural scientist, the author is the perfect guide to teach riders about natural horse management.  She explains that it is vital to cater to the individual horse's needs to ensure their happiness and health, both physically and mentally.
The book also discusses how instinctive survival behaviour in the wild can work against horses when kept domestically, thus causing misunderstandings between animal and handler.
Based on positive reinforcement training methods developed by herself, the author illustrates how to develop trust and confidence as well as providing solutions to common behavioural problems.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CS035

£12.99

Daniel Mills, 2005, paperback

The author analyses the evolution, development and management of horse behaviour in this new publication.
Suitable for professionals and horse owners, the book examines the past and present characteristics and behaviour of the horse and discusses the animals profound effect upon human society.

Alison Pocklington, 2004, hardback, 288 pages

Alison Pocklington is an award winning groom who will teach you the techniques and secrets of caring for your horse to reach the standards of a professional groom without paying any fees.
She will teach you how to care for your horse in the field, in a stable, in transit and at competitions for optimum health, efficiency and fitness.
Based on her own experiences, Alison Pocklington offers professional advice on clipping, health care, vaccinations, show turnout, types of saddlery and information on their uses and care.

Colin Vogel, 2002, paperback, 192 pages

A guide designed to help horse owners solve all common equine health problems.  Colin Vogel's text, which is accompanied by flow charts, makes diagnosis simple and less stressful for the owner.
A glossary of technical terms, fact files and sound veterinary advice makes this a handy reference book to keep.

REF:  CS038

£12.99

Joyce Harman, 2006, 220 pages

The author reveals that 75% of horses showing poor performance and exhibiting a bad attitude do so because of back pain, one of the main causes being badly fitted saddles.
Dr Harman, a qualified vet and saddle fitting expert, explains about conformation, how to solve back problems and offers expert advice on choosing the correct saddle to ease or prevent horse back pain.

Martin Humphrey, 1995, hardback, 128 pages

A pictorial guide from the basic principles to advanced methods of shoeing.

Usually dispatched within 4-6 weeks

REF:  CS040

£14.95

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