Bred to Run

Bred to Run
Author: Mike Helm
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2014-08-05
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1466877529

Bred to Run: The Making of a Thoroughbred is a book by Mike Helm, providing insights about horse breeding and the horse-racing industry gathered from Helm's time spent at Claiborne Farm.

Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds

Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds
Author: Caroline Coile Ph.D.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 1097
Release: 2015-08-01
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1438067925

The perfect dog book for dog lovers! Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds is the definitive guide for information on purebreed history, health, and pet care. Updated with the latest information on canine breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, this lavishly illustrated volume has an all-new design and features a treasure trove of information for dog lovers, owners, breeders, and prospective buyers. From discussions of breed evolution to individual breed profiles, this incredible resource includes: Profiles on more than 175 different dog breeds—including 27 new breeds Information on the categories specified by the AKC—Sporting Group, Hound Group, Working Group, Terrier Group, Toy Group, Non-Sporting Group, and Herding Group Tips for choosing a breed that's compatible with your lifestyle and needs Advice for dog training and puppy training Each breed's health problems, longevity, exercise needs, compatibility with children, and more! Full of striking photographs, essential information, and valuable advice, this is a comprehensive, invaluable guide for dog people.

The Formation of Pure-Bred Flocks and Their Subsequent Management

The Formation of Pure-Bred Flocks and Their Subsequent Management
Author: Alfred Mansell
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 78
Release: 2018-02-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1528783476

first published in 1901, this volume contains a detailed guide to forming and managing a pure-bred flock of sheep, with chapters on selection, mating, different breeds, rearing, and much more. Although old, the information contained within this book is timeless and will be of considerable utility to modern shepherds and farmers. Contents include: “Main Flocks”, “The Most Suitable Breed”, “Foundation of Flock”, “Ear marking”, “Ear Tags for Live Stock”, “Subsequent Management”, “Shepherd”, “Selection of Sires”, “Line to Adopt in the Importation of Sires”, “Characteristics of a Good Ram”, “Management”, “Date for Putting Ram to Ewes”, “Mating”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction.

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Author: New Hampshire. Department of Agriculture
Publisher:
Total Pages: 608
Release: 1877
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