Equine Science [Hardcover]

Rick Parker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 19, 2007 | ISBN-10: 1418032549 | ISBN-13: 978-1418032548 | Edition: 3

Equine Science, third edition provides an introduction to the science of horses from their history and use, to breeds and types. Also covered are anatomy, selection, breeding and genetics, nutrition, health management, and training. Guidelines for management, equitation, equine businesses and how to obtain a job or career in the equine industry are also provided. Equine Science, third edition is organized so that it is easy to find information on a topic using well organized charts, graphs and tables. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and key words and ends with a summary, review questions, student activities and a list of resources.

Editorial Reviews

Review

I believe this book provides a great overview of owning a horse. Although I have been around horses for over 21 years, I still learned some new facts and understanding of horses. I would also want a teacher edition, quizzes, worksheets, test generator, and/or workbook.

Equine Science, by Rick Parker is written in a style that contains all necessary information, but is not overwhelming for high school students to understand. It is clear and easy to understand. It challenges students to learn, but does not go over their heads. The diagrams and pictures in each chapter are great and help students to understand material better. It has really helped my students to have good pictures to look at and refer to as they study for tests and quizzes. Also, I have used many of the Student Activities at the end of each chapter. They are a great supplemental teaching tool. -Jason Bair Agriscience Instructor Madison High School Rexburg, ID

"Equine Science is a comprehensive textbook that makes it an excellent choice for a beginning Equine Science course, and the numerous illustrations complement the text to help students understand the concepts. The material is presented at a level that is understandable to beginners, yet it covers all areas of Equine Science." -Dr. Jeannette A. Moore, Associate Professor and" Undergraduate Teaching Coordinator N.C. State University, College of Ag. and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science Raleigh, NC

"Equine Science contains the type of sound, practical information which is suitable for both equine enthusiasts and professionals alike. Thorough coverage of husbandry reproduction, nutrition, diseases and parasites helps to ensure that students gain the knowledge necessary to maintain healthy, productive stock." -Jody Rockett, DVM Veterinary Technology College of Southern Idaho Twin Falls, ID

About the Author

Rick Parker, PhD, is division director at the College of Southern Idaho. He is a member of various professional organizations, including the National Association of Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture and served on the editorial review board for the American Society of Animal Science. Dr. Parker has written several books about aquaculture. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 552 pages
• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 3 edition (April 19, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1418032549
• ISBN-13: 978-1418032548
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #227,304 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #36 in Books > Medical Books > Veterinary Medicine > Equine Medicine
  • #52 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Agricultural Sciences > Horticulture
  • #80 in Books > Professional & Technical > Professional Science > Biological Sciences > Animals > Horses

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Basic and comprehensive, December 14, 2004

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Aleta Overby - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lab Manual to Accompany Equine Science (Paperback)

I chose this book for an introduction to equine science class I teach at the university level. I think that it is an excellent book for those students with little background with horses; however, I hear from more advanced horse-people that they enjoy the book, READ IT (!), and they are glad to have it as a reference book on their bookshelves. In my opinion, any college text that isn't destined to be sold back to the bookstore is a good choice.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars not particularily informative, May 26, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Equine Science, 2E (Hardcover)

I had this book for a college class and it is terrible. I found it to be very, very vague on it's topics and just barely skims the surface. The diagrams are drawings, and they are not very good for the representation. If you want to learn about equine science, this is not the book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Equine Science, September 12, 2009

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Carol Sue Siska - See all my reviews
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Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Equine Science (Hardcover)

I bought this book for my 17 year old daughter to supplement her equine mentorship program for homeschooling. What an outstanding textbook. Very well organized and attractive photos. Can easily be used for about 8th grade through 12th grade. The only downside is that there are no answers to the questions at the end of the chapters and no teacher's guide. This is definitely a textbook format and we both love the book. I have been homeschooling for 16 years and this is one of the best I have seen in a long time. You won't be sorry you bought it.