This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 12036741
Title:
The Illustrated Horse Doctor
Being an accurate and detailed account of the various diseases to which the equine race are subjected
Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Illustrated Horse Doctor" by Edward Mayhew is a detailed scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive guide to various diseases affecting horses, providing not only descriptions of ailments but also the latest treatment methods, all articulated in accessible language and accompanied by over four hundred illustrations. The author aims to bridge the gap between veterinary science and the layman, addressing the welfare of horses and promoting a better understanding of their maladies. At the start of the publication, Mayhew introduces the necessity of a user-friendly resource for horse owners, emphasizing the importance of humane treatment and understanding of equine health. The opening chapters delve into the brain and nervous system, describing specific conditions such as phrenitis and staggers, along with their symptoms and recommended treatments. He discusses the effects of neglectful care, the signs of various diseases, and stresses the close bond between humans and horses. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a compassionate and informed approach to veterinary care, aiming to enhance the quality of life for these beloved animals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mayhew, Edward, 1813?-1868
EBook No.: 64352
Published: Jan 20, 2021
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Horses -- Diseases
LoCC: Agriculture: Animal culture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 12036741
Title:
The Illustrated Horse Doctor
Being an accurate and detailed account of the various diseases to which the equine race are subjected
Note: Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Illustrated Horse Doctor" by Edward Mayhew is a detailed scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive guide to various diseases affecting horses, providing not only descriptions of ailments but also the latest treatment methods, all articulated in accessible language and accompanied by over four hundred illustrations. The author aims to bridge the gap between veterinary science and the layman, addressing the welfare of horses and promoting a better understanding of their maladies. At the start of the publication, Mayhew introduces the necessity of a user-friendly resource for horse owners, emphasizing the importance of humane treatment and understanding of equine health. The opening chapters delve into the brain and nervous system, describing specific conditions such as phrenitis and staggers, along with their symptoms and recommended treatments. He discusses the effects of neglectful care, the signs of various diseases, and stresses the close bond between humans and horses. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a compassionate and informed approach to veterinary care, aiming to enhance the quality of life for these beloved animals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mayhew, Edward, 1813?-1868
EBook No.: 64352
Published: Jan 20, 2021
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Horses -- Diseases
LoCC: Agriculture: Animal culture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.