Nature : Mammals

The first book to explain the science behind "natural" horsemanship, SMART HORSE is an introduction to the world of animal learning and cognition. All animals respond to fundamental principles of learning and training. These principles include conditioning, positive and negative rewards, and behavior shaping. SMART HORSE helps the horse owner and rider apply these principles to their daily lessons and interactions with their equine partners. The book also offers valuable insight into the way horses think. more...

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Written by the author of "Through Animals' Eyes", this title tells stories that cover the humorous and the tragic, the surprising and the inevitable. It includes stories about the orphaned baby Rhesus monkey who found a new mother in an old monkey rescued from a lab, and the brave red-tailed hawk who was illegally shot, but healed to soar again. more...

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An irresistible treat for horse lovers. With more than 300 morsels of intriguing information and one-of-a-kind illustrations, this is a fascinating romp through the world of horses. Along the way, you'll find answers to questions like: What was so unique about Caesar's horse?; How do you lead a horse to water and make him drink?; Exactly how many horses did they use in Hidalgo, anyway?; Why would you use a leaf blower inside of a barn?; Why shouldn't you walk through a hotel lobby with spurs on in Phoenix, Arizona?; Who said, "I can make a General in five minutes but a good horse is hard to replace?". This collection of equestrian trivia, lore, and more is equally at home on the coffee table or in the stable. It's a book you'll savor again and again. more...

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Horses are completely dependant on humans for their day-to-day care and safety. For that reason, all horse persons have a responsibility to learn basic horse care. In this volume, the multi-faceted nature of basic care is explained, with thousands of tips for keeping your horse happy, healthy and sound. Understanding Basic Horse Care opens with chapters on handling, grooming, housing and feeding horses. The second part of the book discusses the major body systems, common ailments and treatment options. The basic husbandry sections focus on the day-to-day aspects of caring for horses, and the anatomy and physiology sections are intended to provide a better understanding of the horse as a living, breathing entity. more...

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The latest information on the detection and treatment of the most commonly diagnosed neurological disease of the horse in the Western Hemisphere. Tremendous advances in preventing and treating EPM have emerged since Dr. David Granstrom wrote the first edition of this landmark work. more...

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