Wanless

This new book takes an informed overview of the latest thinking in: complementary therapies versus conventional veterinary practice, perspectives on health and disease, equine dentistry, farriery and gait analysis, nutrition, saddles, bodywork with horses, physiotherapy, herbalism and aromatherapy, energy medicine the language of the horse and its value in training, and the role of animal communicators.

Jaime Jackson

This book is amazing, as an owner of a foundered horse, it summarized a way for me to CURE my horse of founder. Jaime Jackson is an experienced farrier who spent years studying wild horses, with an interest in what makes them more sound than our domestic horses. His keep-it-simple, logical approach to treating founder is refreshing. I read about his approach to "natural" horsekeeping, and adopted his practices to my best ability, and my horses are all happy, sound and founder-free. My 24 year old, previously foundered, Missouri Fox Trotter is now sound to ride without horseshoes! I would have never dreamed that this is possible. He has NEVER gone without shoes. Anyone who has tried "conventional" founder and navicular treatment for their horses should read this book. His "resources" section is empowering to the horse owner! Jaime Jackson and Dr. Strasser will eventually change the way many people keep horses. I know I will not need to ever nail on a horse shoe again after reading this book and researching Jaime Jackson's "resource section" in this book. Great work Mr. Jackson!

Kerrigan

Current and prospective horse owners will want to read this large, informative, handsomely illustrated book and keep it handy for frequent reference. They'll find detailed advice on how to work in harmony with their animal's natural instincts to make it a finer, healthier, happier specimen. The author explains how horses interact in their wild state to form herds and hierarchies, and how they communicate with one another. Understanding these traits helps owners develop an affectionate relationship with their horse and overcome any incompatibility problems that might arise between horse and owner. The author also discusses ways to improve the stable for the mutual benefit of horse and owner, and she specifies field requirements from the horse's point of view. As every horse ages, its general needs and dietary requirements change, and it is vital that owners recognize and deal with these changes to ensure their horse's long-term health. Also discussed in detail are ways to determine the best saddles, bridles, and other equipment for the individual horse, how to recognize signs of illness, how and when to employ first-aid treatment for a horse's injuries, and which are the most effective natural remedies for a horse's various ailments. The book features more than 350 brilliant full-color photos.

Jackson

Nature's intentions are the basis for this book, in which lifelong farrier Jaime Jackson relates the ways of wild horses and then describes how such knowledge can be used to improve the lives of their domestic counterparts. Jackson offers down-to-earth advice on putting the ways of the natural horse to good use on horseback and at home. (The National Sporting Library Newsletter, March 1993) The Natural Horse scrutinizes movement, balance, riding and more from the unique view of a farrier who has studied and worked with wild horses in the U.S. for years. Jackson delves into the above-mentioned topics as well as social organization (including a truly spellbinding section on communication and locomotion), nutrition and hoof care. The Natural Horse is a fine work worthy of attention.

Chris Dyer

The third in the Compass Point Series, this one has been written in order to preserve the use of traditional remedies for horses. Over the years, the author has dedicated himself to collecting recipes and potions from the older generation. Some of these remedies are extremely old and some of them are new...but they are all benign. Good old fashioned home remedies abound.

Karen E. N. Hayes, DVM, MS and Sue M. Copeland

Eventually, most horse owners find themselves with a horse 15 years or older that will require some special care to help him live a longer, productive life. Owning a copy of Hands–On Senior Horse Care is like having an equine geriatric specialist on call at the barn. Section One offers action plans in the form of flow charts: the caretaker is asked a series of questions based on symptoms, and then given specific instructions based on the answers. Section Two highlights age–related problems ranging from colic to cancer and arthritis to heaves, with tips on treatment and management. Section Three is a step–by–step directory to evaluating and adjusting such things as feed, vaccinations, and exercise, making them more senior–friendly. Section Four features a combination glossary–index for at–a–glance reference. This is truly an essential manual for horse owners. Dr. Karen Hayes has an equine practice in Idaho. Sue Copeland is a journalist and lives in Texas. The author's previous collaboration was Hands–On Horse Care.

Jo Bird

Current and prospective horse owners will want to read this large, informative, handsomely illustrated book and keep it handy for frequent reference. They'll find detailed advice on how to work in harmony with their animal's natural instincts to make it a finer, healthier, happier specimen. The author explains how horses interact in their wild state to form herds and hierarchies, and how they communicate with one another. Understanding these traits helps owners develop an affectionate relationship with their horse and overcome any incompatibility problems that might arise between horse and owner. The author also discusses ways to improve the stable for the mutual benefit of horse and owner, and she specifies field requirements from the horse's point of view. As every horse ages, its general needs and dietary requirements change, and it is vital that owners recognize and deal with these changes to ensure their horse's long-term health. Also discussed in detail are ways to determine the best saddles, bridles, and other equipment for the individual horse, how to recognize signs of illness, how and when to employ first-aid treatment for a horse's injuries, and which are the most effective natural remedies for a horse's various ailments. The book features more than 350 brilliant full-color photos.

Jenny Morgan

More and more horse owners are turning to alternative therapies to enhance the health and well-being of their equine companions. Many believe - as Jenny Morgan does - that horses kept in a healthy, all-natural environment have fewer health problems. Thus, this essential reference for horse owners begins with preventive care. Natural Healing for Horses teaches how to know a horse thoroughly, from forelock to fetlock; understand a horse's moods and immediately recognize the slightest change in appearance or behavior; build a stabling system that has proper space, drainage, and safety; select the ideal pasture location; and develop affordable and natural routines for exercising, feeding, watering, and grooming horses kept in a stable or at pasture. The second section of this book addresses specific health issues and suggested therapies, including herbal and homeopathic treatments, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, and aromatherapy, as well as standard veterinary treatments. Whatever the need, Morgan provides all the information necessary to choose the right natural treatment to improve a horse's general well-being or solve particular health problems.

David W. Ramey, DVM

This handbook educates horse owners about the normal anatomy and physiology of the horse's foot, explains the pathology and theories of development, diagnosis, and medical treatment of navicular syndrome, describes shoeing strategies and surgical treatments, and outlines the prognosis and philosophy for the long-term care of horses with navicular syndrome. Ramey has been in private veterinary practice since 1984 and is involved in all aspects of equine health care. Includes photos.