The Complete Horseshoeing Guide

By Robert F. Wiseman and Wiseman

Book Overview

Here for experts, beginners, and do-it-yourself horse owners is all the information necessary to the modern farrier's art of horseshoeing. In this second edition Robert Wiseman describes and illustrates not only basic shoeing techniques but also special shoeing procedures for the American Saddlebred, Quarter Horse, draft horse, parade horse, and race horse, among others. Hoof diseases and defects that cause lameness and sometimes complete disability are clearly defined, with instructions for the corrective shoeing methods necessary to each ailment. A specialized section on metalwork and handmade shoes will appeal to the devotee.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0806127198
• ISBN13: 9780806127194
• Release Date: April 1995
• Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 4.7" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Great source book for the horse owners and farriers!

A to Z of properly triming, shoeing, and common problems associated with the hoof. Great reference book for the horse owner!