Short description
Horse owners interested in breeding their own stock can gain up-to-date information on successful foaling and breeding methods from this work. Topics such as choosing the right horse, pregnancy management and birth control are included.
Long description
The top guide for amateur horse breeders now back in print and in paperback for the first time Comprehensive and easy to follow, this authoritative guide covers all aspects of breeding, from choosing the horses, deciding when to breed, and evaluating breeding methods to managing pregnancy and foaling. It features over 100 black-and-white photos and line drawings. James Giffin, MD, was the coauthor of three top-selling Howell titles, Horse Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook (0-87605-606-0), Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook (0-87605-201-4), and Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook (0-87605-796-2). Kjersten Darling, DVM (Montrose, CO), is a veterinarian who specializes in equine reproduction.