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Horses

From one of today's leading experts on ancient DNA, a sweeping genetic history that unravels the mystery of where horses were first domesticated. This book takes you behind the scenes of this ambitious genealogical investigation, revealing how scientists discovered the elusive origins of modern horses. 

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Equine Clinical Nutrition

Authoritative resource on the nutritional management of horses,  nutritional management of horses, covering updated nutrient recommendations, rations, feeding management, clinical nutrition and many other important topics. 

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Understanding Your Horse's Behavior

Understanding Your Horse's Behavior is a fascinating compilation of real-life questions from horse owners about problems they face with their horses.

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Applied Equine Psychology

This book is essential for owners seeking to better understand their horses, academics exploring applied psychological models, and is a textbook for the professional practice of Equine Psychology Specialists.

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The Relational Horse

Human-horse relationships take the central place in this edited collection examining the horse's perspective by asking: How are human-equine relationships communicated, enacted, understood, encouraged, and restricted? 

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Equine Tendon in Health and Disease

This book is designed to provide information on all aspects of clinical management of tendon problems in horses. The chapters cover structure and function, diagnostic modalities, treatment options, rehabilitation strategies, aetiology of injury, and prevention of tendon injury. 

Library Database: Science Direct

Spotlight on ScienceDirect. Science Direct is a key research database for animal biology and related topics.  Use it to search and find full text books and journal articles.

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Check out select streaming videos below from the library's databases. View additional videos from Films on Demand and Academic Video Online

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American Horses

American horses are icons. Each breed has a unique story to tell, and each story is a deep part of the American experience. Grounded in historical moments, charismatic people, and singular places, this program takes us on a journey tracing the emergence of these remarkable horses. 

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First Horse Warriors

Horse riding played a key role in human expansion and civilization. But when and how did people first master these animals? Scientists use archeology and genetics to uncover clues about the first horse riders and how they shaped the world.

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The Healing

The Healing explores a life-saving equine welfare program that brings traumatised ex-racehorses and traumatised veterans together to help heal each other.

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El Caballo: The Wild Horses Of North America

El Caballo documents one of the most complex wildlife management issues today. Where do modern wild horses fit in our view of the natural world?