- A Reader’s Perspective.
- Introduction.
- 1 The Horse as a Herbivore.
- 2 Structure and Function of the Equine Digestive System.
- 3 Food and Biological Molecules.
- 4 Vitamins.
- 5 Minerals.
- 6 Energy – Fuel for Life.
- 7 Forage for Horses.
- 8 Feedstuffs.
- 9 Feed Supplements, Additives and Nutraceuticals.
- 10 Formulating a Ration.
- 11 Feeding Different Types of Horses.
- 12 Diet Related Problems.
- Appendix 1 Nutritional Requirements Tables.
- Appendix 2 Nutrient Composition of Feedstuffs.
- Appendix 3 Modern Rules of Feeding.
- Appendix 4 Conversion Factors.
- Further Reading.
- Glossary.
- Index.
If you are studying horse nutrition at an introductory level, then Introduction to Horse Nutrition is the ideal book for you. It covers the current syllabuses set out by equine science and management courses, and is particularly suitable for those who lack background knowledge in science.
Nutrition has long been recognised as a vital part of horse care. It is important for optimal horse health, reproduction, sustained performance and general well being. This book is invaluable for horse owners, trainers and breeders.
Key Features
- Student friendly, with key summary points at the end of each chapter and lots of helpful tables and images.
- Covers the fundamentals of horse nutrition including daily nutrient requirements (using the latest National Research Council data).
- Information on nutraceuticals and the nutritional management of health-related problems, such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Laminitis and PPID (Cushing’s syndrome).
- Covers the current syllabus set out by Edexcel and the British Horse Society.
- Up-to-date coverage of topics helpful to all horse owners.
- Covers basic chemistry of nutrition which no other feeding book does at this level.
About the author
- Zoe Davies is a consultant equine nutritionist, a former lecturer in equine science, an author, columnist, and external examiner for higher education courses. She is one of the few registered Equine Nutritionists in the UK, and has substantial experience in equine management.
Book Reviews
"A must for all equine science/studies students, and a great book for the professional as well as general horse owner." - By dr. Mina Davies Morel BSc PhD, Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences, Aberystwyth University.
"An important addition to the shelves of all students and horse owners – I cannot recommend it highly enough." - By Mark Tabachnik BSc BVM&S Cert EP BAEDT MRCVS, Wright & Morten Veterinary Hospital.
Book Details
- Paperback: 248 pages
- Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (October 6, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1405169982
- ISBN-13: 978-1405169981
- Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 0.6 x 9.7 inches
List Price: $47.99