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This practical, hands-on guide addresses all aspects of equine reproduction and breeding. Introductory chapters review key aspects of stud farm design and equine nutrition, evaluating how these factors affect the health of horses and foals. Detailed chapters discuss the stallion and mare, conception, parturition, the health of the foal, and other essential topics. Both medical care and surgery are covered in detail, with extensive full-color illustrations designed to help the veterinarian diagnose and treat all conditions relevant to equine reproduction.
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Equine Stud Farm Medicin and Surgery
Commissioning Editor: Joyce Rodenhuis Development Editor: Zoe Youd Project Manager: Derek Robertson Design Direction: Andy Chapman
Equine Stud Farm Medicine and Surgery Derek C Knottenbelt
BVM&S, DVM&S,
DipECEIM, MRCVS
Philip Leverhulme Hospital, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
Reginald R Pascoe AM, BVSC, DVSC, FACVSC, FRCVS Director, Oakey Veterinary Hospital, Oakey, Queensland, Australia
Cheryl Lopate MS, DVM Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists, Maple Valley, WA USA
Michelle M LeBlancowv/ Diplomate, American College of Theriogenologists, Road and Riddle Equine Hospital, Lexington, KY, USA
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