Author : Bev Pettersen
Publisher :
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 44,71 MB
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780987671721
A disillusioned heiress swaps her credit cards for a pitchfork and shovel in a desperate attempt to escape her grandfather's iron-fisted control. However, at the track she must earn the respect of an uncompromising horse trainer who has little tolerance for greenhorns, especially one he's been forced to hire.
Author : Vera Kurskaya
Publisher :
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 34,32 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781570767319
Everyone stops and stares at a horse with a beautiful or unusual color. So striking are the variations of bay, gray, chestnut, black, solid, and spotted that many people breed for specific combinations. This has led to a marked increase in international interest in the study of horse color genetics--as well as a need for an easy-to-use reference suitable for the layperson who also wants to understand the science behind it all. In these pages, horsewoman and genetics specialist Vera Kurskaya puts forward a guide that aims to not only provide basic information about horse color appropriate for a general audience, but also explore the specifics of inheritance and recent color genetics research certain to inform serious aficionados worldwide. With 200+ color photographs in handy reference sections throughout, as well as an in-depth look at special hair features, the evolution of horse color, and the effect of color onperformance, fertility, and character,Horse Color Explored is a fascinating and valuable resource for the modern horseperson.
Author : James D. Squires
Publisher : Public Affairs
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 32,97 MB
Release : 2003-04-03
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1586481800
Squires takes a rollicking look at the pomp, arrogance, passion, and avarice that drive both man and horse in the most exciting two minutes in sports. Photos.
Author : Lesli Kathman
Publisher :
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 44,53 MB
Release : 2014-07-11
Category :
ISBN : 9780990475910
Color has fascinated horse lovers for centuries, and the story of the formation of the different breeds is closely tied to the subject of color. The Equine Tapestry explores the role color has played, both from a historical perspective and in changing trends of the modern horse world. Combining a modern understanding of genetics with a wealth of historical documentation, this series gives a more complete picture of the founding of the different breeds and shows how this relates to the unusual colors popular in the present day. An Introduction to Colors and Patterns opens the series with a look at the different colors and patterns, giving detailed explanations written in plain English. Full color photos and illustrations are used throughout to enhance the text.
Author : Jeanette Gower
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 45,95 MB
Release : 2021-10-18
Category : Pets
ISBN :
Few people are more concerned with pedigree than racehorse breeders. But many breeders leave coat color and markings to chance because working out the probabilities seems daunting and complex. Jeanette Gower is here to help. In this clear and practical guide, she lays out the principles of color inheritance so that breeders and riders can finally understand them. With plenty of color photos, detailed diagrams, and charts describing inheritance patterns, Horse Color Explained offers carefully researched information on: Rare colors White markings Patterns Coat-color changes Paint-Horse genetics Mating outcomes and responsible breeding practices. Whether you’re a breeder, rider, or just a horse lover, Horse Color Explained offers expertise that is sure to enrich your appreciation of the art of racehorse breeding.
Author : John Green
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 25,91 MB
Release : 2005-10-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0486444651
Thirty handsome illustrations capture the legendary grace and beauty of the horse and are ready to come alive with your colors. Captions.
Author : John Green
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 47,33 MB
Release : 2006-11-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 048645178X
Colorists and horse lovers of all ages will treasure this splendid tribute to horses of the world. Illustrator John Green, a specialist in realistic depictions of animals, excels at drawing horses. This collection of his best equine images features draft animals as well as sporting creatures — thoroughbreds, mavericks, coach horses, show horses, polo ponies, and many other magnificent steeds. Informative captions offer accurate background information on each image.
Author : D. Phillip Sponenberg
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 20,14 MB
Release : 2017-05-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1119130611
Equine Color Genetics, Fourth Edition presents a detailed examination of the color variation in horses and donkeys and the genetic mechanisms that produce color variations. Thoroughly covers the basic colors in horses, including bay, chestnut, black, and brown Details the genetic basis of the colors built from the basic coat color, including dilutions and white patterning Provides an explanation of genetic mechanisms that determine coat color Presents a thorough revision and update, including new advances in molecular genetics, biochemistry, molecular mechanisms, genetic loci, coat colors before domestication, and more Offers a new introduction describing the principles of genetics and genomics research to help outline how knowledge is discovered and to assist the reader in understanding concepts covered in the book
Author : Ben K. Green
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 38,59 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Horse breeds
ISBN : 9780878424375
As a young boy working in a livery stable, Ben Green realized that people preferred horses of different colors for different reasons. Green decided that if a horse's color had anything to do with its stamina, intelligence, or soundness, he wanted to learn
Author : John Green
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 22,5 MB
Release : 2006-07-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0486448134
Over 100 accurate drawings examine the horse — inside and out. The skeleton, muscles, nervous system, and major organs are clearly labeled and explained.
