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The Field Guide to Horses - Softcover

Johnson, Samantha

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9780760335086: The Field Guide to Horses

Synopsis

Thinking of acquiring a horse?Studying equine breeds and traits?Or simply curious about the magnificent creatures?This book, with profiles of one hundred horse, pony, and draft breeds, is the most comprehensive field guide to horses ever published.Illustrated throughout with fine color photographs, the profiles detail the characteristics and unique aspects of each breed; they also include brief histories and explain distinctions of equine color genetics, markings and patterns, and conformation.Complete, concise, and compact, this field guide is as handy as it is informative--the perfect companion for anyone considering horses.

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About the Author

Samantha Johnson has been raising rabbits since she was 11 years old. A freelance writer who is a certified horse judge and works on the family horse breeding farm, Samantha wrote the books The Field Guide to Rabbits and How To Raise Horses.Daniel Johnson is a professional photographer who specializes in imagery of farm life. He is the author of the 4-H Guide to Digital Photography and the coauthor of The Field Guide to Horses. He lives on a family-owned horse farm in Phelps, Wisconsin, called Fox Hill Farm (www.foxhillphoto.com).

From the Back Cover

Are you looking for the perfect horse, but don't know what breed or variation to choose? This convenient, easy-to-use guide puts a wealth of information into your hands. You will find profiles of more than 80 different horse breeds, complete with brief histories and a listing of characteristics, as well as its breed status according to the American Livestock Breed Association, Rare Breeds of Canada, and the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Coat and eye colors, markings, coat patterns, and other characteristics are detailed so you can find what horse will best suit your needs and desires. Vibrant color photographs of every breed, color, and marking accompany the authoritative text.

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