First published in 1863, this book is a comprehensive guide to shoeing horses, with chapters on anatomy, diseases and ailments, general maintenance, avoiding common problems, and much more. This profusely-illustrated volume contains a wealth of timeless information, and it will appeal to both modern farriers and collectors of vintage equestrian literature. Contents include: "Description of the Foot", "The Horny Crust", "Definition of Elastic as Applied...

Her business card says it all: Margo Richards, Everything Equine. Thirty-four-year-old Margo lives on a small Colorado ranch with her almost fiancee, who travels for business. When her beloved foster mother and business partner, Elizabeth 'Bow' Bowman, is found dead in a nearby wilderness, there is evidence that her torso was mauled by a cougar, leading to inconclusive autopsy results. The sheriff's investigation points to either an accidental fall...

First published in 1912, this book contains a comprehensive guide to horseshoeing, with chapters on scientific theory, anatomy, practical methodology, common problems and ailments, and much more. Profusely illustrated and easy-to-follow, "Practical and Scientific Horseshoeing" is highly recommended for modern horse owners and farriers, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of vintage equestrian literature. Contents include: "Discussion...

From the author of the bestselling Saddle Club books comes a series about three pony-crazy girls. May, Jasmine, and Joey are best friends and neighbors - and they're totally horse-crazy. When they aren't taking care of their ponies at home, they're riding them at Pony Club meetings at Pine Hollow Stables. But the trio is torn apart when Joey's family moves away and a new neighbor moves in. Odd things start happening at Joey's old house - lights flicker...

Experience firsthand the inspiring and heartwarming bonds between wounded veterans and their service and companion animals. "Vets and Pets tells fifteen emotional and entertaining stories of the incredible bonds between wounded warriors, veterans, and other service members and their service and companion animals. Whether these special relationships are with dogs, cats, horses, pigs, or even birds of prey, readers will discover how these remarkable...

In “The Mare and the Mouse”, Prechtel sets loose his mystical memoir of a few mixed-breed horses who transform into allies of mythic proportions by his one-of-a-kind style of maneuvering through the rugged beauty of New Mexico. Together, they out-canter disillusionment and bitter despair, coursing into a dawn of beauty and humor. This second book, “The Wild Rose”, continues the saga of re-finding the horses of Prechtel's reservation-youth,...

This is a detailed handbook on horseshoeing, first published in 1872. It has chapters on theory and science, as well as easy-to-follow directions on basic shoeing methods, tips on discovering and treating common ailments, and much more. "Practical Horseshoeing" will be of utility to modern horse owners and farriers alike, and it would make for a wonderful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Importance of the Art", "Anatomy...

Kimmy the unicorn 2 : Unicorn Before Sleep Bedtime Story Book for kids age 2-6 years old Gifts for girls One day Kimmy went to the city. Kimmy saw the cute doll in the shop. Kimmy liked it. She would buy it.....

This vintage book contains a complete guide to blacksmithing, with information on and instructions for the correct use of tools and equipment, horseshoeing, carriage and wagon building, and much more. With detailed illustrations and simple directions, this volume will be of considerable utility to novice metalworkers and farriers, and would make for a useful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "The Forge-Forge and Blast,...

Describes American Quarter Horses, including their history, physical features, and their primary uses. Includes a photo diagram of the horse.