This volume contains a collection of historical articles on the feeding and watering of horses, with information on the theory of nutrition and rations. Written in clear, simple language and full of handy tips and practicable information, this collection will prove invaluable for the novice equestrian, and makes for a great addition to collections of equine literature. The articles contained herein include: 'Biggle Horse Book A Concise and Practical Treatise on the Horse'; 'Come Ride with Me Being a Small Book on Saddle Horses and Riding for Pleasure'; 'Domestic Animals: A Pocket Manual of Cattle, Horse and Sheep Husbandry'; 'Horse Feed, Its Properties and Effects'... and much more. We are proud to republish this vintage text, now complete with a new and specially commissioned introduction on the care and management of horses."

Horse Feeding and Nutrition is the fourth in a series of books on animal feeding and nutrition that focuses on horse feeding and nutrition, aiming to assist in world food production. Organized into 20 chapters, the book contains basic information on horse industry, feeding problems, and importance in food production of proper horse nutrition. The introductory chapters discuss the importance of the horse industry; the art, science, and myths in feeding horses; the problems involved in supplying an adequate level of nutrients in horse rations; and the digestion of feeds. Chapters 5-10 cover concise, up-to-date summaries on macro- and micronutrients, including vitamins, minerals, protein, and water. The book goes on, examining the important interrelationships between nutrition, disease, and performance; the relative value of various feeds in horse rations; and the value of pasture and hay for horses. Chapters 15-18 focus on feeding the foal, growing horses; the performance and race horses; and the mares and stallions. The final chapters discuss purified rations for horses, antibiotics, founder, learning ability, feeding behavior, nutrient toxicity, weight equivalents, weight-unit conversion factors, and the effect of cold weather on horses. The book provides information helpful to beginners and experts in horse production. It will also be valuable for county agents, farm advisors, consultants, veterinarians, and teachers of vocational agriculture, as well as animal science students and teachers.