The Horse-Breeder's Guide And Hand Book (1883)

The Horse-Breeder's Guide and Hand Book, written by Bruce Sanders Dewees in 1883, is a comprehensive guide for horse breeders. The book covers a wide range of topics related to breeding horses, including selecting a stallion and mare, managing the breeding process, and caring for the foal. The author provides detailed information on the different breeds of horses, their characteristics, and the best breeding practices for each breed. He also discusses the importance of pedigree and bloodlines in horse breeding and provides advice on how to evaluate a horse's conformation and physical attributes.In addition to breeding, the book also covers topics such as horse nutrition, health, and training. The author includes practical advice on feeding horses, preventing and treating common health problems, and training horses for various purposes, such as racing, riding, and driving.The Horse-Breeder's Guide and Hand Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in horse breeding, from novice breeders to experienced professionals. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it easy to understand and follow. It is also illustrated with numerous diagrams and photographs, which help to illustrate the various concepts and techniques discussed in the book.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.