The Illustrated Horse Doctor Being an accurate and detailed account of the various diseases to which the equine race are subjected

"The Illustrated Horse Doctor" by Edward Mayhew is a thorough exploration of equine diseases and their treatments, written in the 1800's. It acts as a guide to understanding illnesses that affect horses, outlining the diseases and describing many up-to-date treatment options. The book features numerous illustrations. The author focuses on making veterinary knowledge accessible, especially to everyday horse owners, with an emphasis on the importance of treating horses well and understanding their health problems. The early chapters highlight the importance of horse care and knowledge, then move into the different aspects of equine health, like brain and nervous system disorders. The initial parts outline a compassionate, educational strategy for horse care, that has the goal of enriching the lives of horses.