Description
Title: The Horse’s Health from A to Z: An Equine Veterinary Dictionary (Softcover, 1998)
Author: Peter D. Rossdale & Susan M. Wreford
Publisher: David & Charles
Format: Softcover/revised edition, A-Z dictionary, approx. 472 pages
ISBN-10: 0715307142 ISBN-13: 9780715307144
Dimensions: ~9″ × 6.1″ × 1.3″; Weight ~1.7 lb
Illustrations: Numerous black‑and‑white line drawings, diagrams, plus colour plates; includes anatomy charts and drug manufacturer lists
- Practical veterinary dictionary mapping technical terms to everyday care
- Covers anatomy, common diseases, diagnostics, and treatments
- Includes appendices on infectious diseases, venereal control, and breeding protocols
- Features diagrams, line drawings, and colour plates for visual clarity
- Authored by a British vet and equine journalist, ideal for both professionals and laypersons
This accessible equine veterinary reference, authored by respected vet Peter D. Rossdale and equestrian journalist Susan M. Wreford, delivers a comprehensive A-Z compendium of horse health.
It begins with a clear introduction to equine anatomy, routine care, and first aid, then proceeds through entries detailing diseases, symptoms, causes, diagnoses, and modern treatments. The dictionary also includes illustrations, both colour and line drawings, plus charts, drug manufacturer lists (UK & North America), and appendices on common equine infectious diseases, venereal disease control, and reproduction protocols.
Ideal for horse owners, grooms, and vet students, it’s written in plain language, mapping professional veterinary terms to everyday horse-care vocabulary.
Some water discolouration at the top book block; readability unaffected. Ex Library so usual markings (including on bc); images representative.
