Horse Nutrition, A practical Guide

Horse Nutrition, A practical Guide by Harold F Hintz PhD. Published by Prentice Hall Press Equestrian Books, New York, NY, 1983. 1st Edition 5th Printing. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Fine in Chipped DJ. Black line bottom content edge. 228 Pgs. ISBN 0668054166. LCCN 82-16294. For horse owners, veterinarians, teachers and students of horse feeding. The author has compiled an impressive array of facts about digestion, nutritional requirements, feeds and feeding programs, and nutrition-related problems to help the reader evaluate feeding practices in a logical, practical, and economical manner. He puts to rest the lingering myths and misconceptions about feeding that provide colorful anecdotes but can do considerable harm to horses. This practical guide explains the characteristics of different feeds, tells what deficiency signs to watch for in the horse, details feeding programs for different kinds of horses, and gives suggestions for formulating feeds and evaluating commercial feeds. Illustrated. Description text copyright 2008 BooksForComfort. Item ID 17024.