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The Horse's Friend / The Only Practical Method of Educating the Horse and Eradicating Vicious Habits; Followed by a Variety of Valuable Recipes, Instructions in Farriery, Horse-shoeing, the Latest Rules of Trotting, and the Record of Fast Horses Up to 1876 cover

The Horse's Friend / The Only Practical Method of Educating the Horse and Eradicating Vicious Habits; Followed by a Variety of Valuable Recipes, Instructions in Farriery, Horse-shoeing, the Latest Rules of Trotting, and the Record of Fast Horses Up to 1876

By O. S. Pratt
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A practical manual presents a step-by-step system for educating horses and eliminating vicious habits, with lessons covering haltering, leading, driving, stabling, and teaching specific behaviors. It pairs training protocols with detailed farriery and horseshoeing guidance, feeding and fitness recommendations, and remedies for common ailments. The author intersperses accounts of public demonstrations and instruction tours with over a hundred illustrations that show haltering, hoof paring, shoe fitting, and corrective treatments. Supplementary sections treat training of dogs and cattle, a variety of trick exercises, and a compiled record and rules for trotting alongside miscellaneous recipes and practical tips for handlers.

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O. S. Pratt

O. S. Pratt is an author known for his work in equine education and care. His notable book, "The Horse's Friend," presents a practical approach to training horses and addressing their behavioral issues. The book also includes valuable recipes, farriery instructions, and insights into horse-shoeing, making it a comprehensive resource for horse enthusiasts. Pratt's contributions reflect a deep understanding of equine management and training techniques, aimed at improving the relationship between horses and their handlers.

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