Complete Holistic Care and Healing for Horses: The Owner's Veterinary Guide to Alternative Methods and Remedies

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 356 pages
• Published by: Trafalgar Square Books
• Edition: 1st Edition April 1, 2004
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1570762791
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1570762796
• Book Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.4 x 1.1 inches
• Weighs: 2.6 pounds

From Library Journal
The popularity of homeopathic medicine has found its way into veterinary practice, and many horse owners are using alternative techniques to keep their animals healthy without relying on pharmaceuticals. Brennan (The Natural Dog) is a competitive dressage rider and a veterinarian who runs a holistic practice in Atlanta. She uses a variety of treatments, including acupuncture, chiropractic, herbs, oils, Bach Flower remedies, and nutrition, but she is willing to incorporate more traditional remedies into her practice when necessary. Covered here are horse care basics: stable management, feeding, exercise and conditioning, tack and equipment, and first aid and healthcare. Brennan also presents many case studies from her own practice, often indicating that alternative treatments proved successful where conventional methods had been ineffective. With a thorough index and a handy A-Z guide to common horse ailments, this well-organized book will be of interest to all horse owners, especially those seeking a more natural approach to healthcare. Deborah Emerson, Rochester Regional Lib. Council, Fairport, NY
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Thoroughbred Times
“A first–rate book on horses… highly readable, advocating a common–sense approach to horse care.”

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Complete Holistic Care and Healing for Horses: The Owner's Veterinary Guide to Alternative Methods and Remedies (Hardcover) This comprehensive volume addresses dozens of concerns for the horse owner, covering traditional and alternative health practices. The book is very complete in covering the health care options in two sections.The first part dealing with health care is an overview of traditional and holistic options. The final section of the volume is a comprehensive listing (with photos) of typical horse ailments with specific recommendations for each one. The entire book is written in a style easily understandable by the novice, but not too simplistic for the experienced horse owner. Photos and very complete appendices round out the coverage for this topic. Additionally, Brennan includes a comprehensive horse management section which is equally impressive in its scope, covering topics such as diet, grooming, tack and trailering.This book is truly a "must have" for the concerned horse owner. Comment | | (Report this)