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Complete Treatise on the mare and foal at the time of delivery, with illustrations. Also on cows and calves, with stallion and mare, when diseased by Gonorrhea (clap) or Pox, also Diarrhea and Costiveness in Colts.

By Conrad Mitchell

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Navigate the challenging world of 19th-century animal husbandry with a guide that provides detailed instructions and remedies for complicated births, diseases, and general health issues in mares, foals, cows, and calves.

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2016-10-03
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"Complete Treatise on the mare and foal at the time of delivery, with…" by Conrad Mitchell is a thorough veterinary guide published in 1869 that explores the complex process of mares giving birth to foals, providing farmers and breeders with essential knowledge. The book is filled with important instructions and illustrations, explaining various aspects of delivery, including how to handle both normal and difficult foal presentations, as well as the necessary care after birth for both the mare and foal. Beyond equine care, the book extends to the health of cows and calves, addressing diseases such as gonorrhea and pox in stallions and mares, and common ailments like diarrhea and constipation in colts, offering practical remedies based on Mitchell's experiences and detailed observations, making it a resource for anyone working in animal husbandry.

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