Horse Owner's Veterinary Handbook - 2e James M. Giffin, M.D. and Tom Gore, D.V.M. This best-selling reference has been completely revised and updated by two outstanding professionals who know how to communicate the veterinary information nonprofessionals need to maintain their horse's health. Doctors James Giffin and Tom Gore address such basic health-care and management issues as the latest medicines and immunizations, wounds, illnesses, parasites, nutrition and supplements, and reproduction. Just inside the covers, the horse owner can easily access the index of Signs and Symptoms, since responding quickly to an emergency can literally mean the life or death of a horse. Anyone who looks after a horse—whether owner, trainer or groom—can rely on this authoritative book to get them through emergencies and well as routine events. Table of Contents: Index of Signs and Symptoms. Chapter 1: Emergencies. Chapter 2: Parasites. Chapter 3: Infectious Diseases. Chapter 4: Skin. Chapter 5: Eyes. Chapter 6: Ears. Chapter 7: Oral Cavity. Chapter 8: Digestive System. Chapter 9: Respiratory System. Chapter 10: Circulatory System. Chapter 11: Nervous System. Chapter 12: Musculoskeletal System. Chapter 13: Urinary System. Chapter 14: Sex and Reproduction. Chapter 15: Pregnancy and Foaling. Chapter 16: Pediatrics. Chapter 17: Feeding and Nutrition. Chapter 18: Geriatrics. Chapter 19: Drugs and Medications. Appendix. General Index