The Horse-Trainer's And Sportsman's Guide

The Horse-Trainer's and Sportsman's Guide is a comprehensive guidebook written by Digby Collins in 1868. The book is aimed at horse trainers and sportsmen and provides detailed information on various aspects of horse care, including the duties of grooms, purchasing blood stock, and veterinary examination. The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a specific topic related to horse training and care. The first chapter provides an overview of the horse's anatomy and physiology, while the second chapter discusses the principles of horse training. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as feeding and grooming, the selection and care of equipment, and the different types of horseback riding. The book also includes a section on the duties of grooms, including their responsibilities for the care and maintenance of horses. One of the most significant sections of the book is the chapter on purchasing blood stock. This section provides detailed information on how to select and evaluate horses for breeding and racing, including tips on assessing a horse's conformation, temperament, and pedigree. Finally, the book includes a chapter on veterinary examination, which provides a detailed guide on how to examine horses for signs of illness or injury. The chapter covers topics such as taking a horse's temperature, pulse, and respiration rate, as well as how to identify common ailments and injuries.Overall, The Horse-Trainer's and Sportsman's Guide is a comprehensive and practical guidebook for anyone involved in the care and training of horses, providing valuable insights and advice on all aspects of horse care, from feeding and grooming to veterinary examination and purchasing blood stock.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.