Excerpt from Structure of the Horse's Foot: And the Principles of Shoeing
The term anatomy implies the act of cutting an organ in such a manner as to expose to view portions which cannot be seen on the surface, and the workman will understand that such a view of the interior is of great advantage when it becomes necessary to interfere~ in any manner with the structures of which the organ is composed. A concise account of the structures of the foot of the horse will form, therefore, a fitting introduction to the subject of the principles and practice of shoeing.
Most persons, when thinking or speaking of the foot of the horse, have in their minds the idea of their own foot as an organ by the aid of which they stand, or walk, or run. But the first step in the inquiry must be to show that the horse does not, as the man does, put all the parts forming the foot on the ground at all, but only a small portion of it and that the organ which is always called the foot of the horse is really, when compared with the human foot, the point of the toe. A few drawings will make this clear.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to horse hoof anatomy and shoeing techniques that have been honed over centuries. Beginning with a comparison of the foot structures of humans and horses, it unearths the similarities between our own nails and a horse's hoof covering. The author delves into the inner workings of the foot, explaining the functions of various components like the coffin bone and the fatty frog. The book goes on to delineate the principles and practices of shoeing, drawing from the writer's knowledge of farrier techniques old and new. It weighs the benefits of the ancient Arab shoe against the modern, factory-made variety, offering a nuanced perspective on the evolution of shoeing methods. By combining scientific knowledge with hands-on experience, this book provides a captivating blend of theory and practice, offering valuable insights for equine enthusiasts and professionals alike. It seamlessly blends historical context with practical advice, making it an indispensable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of horse hoof care. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332283378_0
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