Publisher's Synopsis
This complete and highly practical guide to equine health care includes expert advice on improving performance, the prevention of injury and injury treatment for the equine athlete.
Clear and essential information is provided on conditioning, muscle development, feet for performance, improving breathing, evaluating fitness and avoiding fatigue as well as the prevention and management of ailments and injuries and the care of the confined horse. Other topics include safe transportation, prepurchase evaluation and breeding the performance horse.
Veterinary Manual for the Performance Horse will be of interest to all owners and trainers of performance horses who wish to keep their horse healthy and performing to their full potential.
