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Work Horse Handbook

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This book has been around for a while, and I believe we are on the 3rd copy in use at our farm since Dad bought one in the early 80's. There is just a whole lot of information to be found within it's covers- Breeds of Draft Horses, Feeding, Management, Equipment, and that all-important bond between a "teamster" and the team. Not just for the newbie also, as there is a lot of suggestions which I am sure would help experienced horse folks. Lots of good illustrations and pictures- Thanks Lynn!

Don't know how I missed finding this book for so long, but I'm sure glad I finally did. It's incredible how much useful information is packed into this one book. Breeds, feeding, care, harnessing, working..... It's all in there! And even an experienced draft horseman (or at least I thought I was) can learn a lot from this book. I'm looking forward now to buying more of Mr. Miller's books.

Absolutely the most comprehensive book on driving horses available. A "must have" text for the beginning and experienced driver. Focusing mainly on the workhorse vs. the pleasure driving horse, Lynn does outline the differences and explains the merits of both disciplines. He has served as an inspiration and an absent mentor through the vehicle of this book. Mr. Miller demonstrates how the horse can be not only a companion and a playmate but also a practical, functional part of our modern life. I hope to do "all that" and then some!