Colles, Christopher
Principles of Farriery
- ISBN 13:
- 9781908809964
- author:
- Colles, Christopher
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- J.A.Allen & Co Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 28 x 22 x 3 centimetres (1.41 kg
- Genre:
- Science, Nature, Horses,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Principles of Farriery by Ron Ware Fwcf and John Hayes is a comprehensive guide for trainee and working farriers. This updated edition covers the history of farriery, legal aspects, equine care, forge maintenance, and shoeing techniques. The authors delve into the anatomy and function of the horse's lower limbs, foot balance principles, and the practice of shoeing, including shoe making and surgical shoes. The book is enhanced with hundreds of photographs and explanatory line drawings to illustrate key concepts. Suitable for farriers seeking to improve their skills or those new to the profession, this manual provides a thorough understanding of the craft.