Equine Science, 4th Edition gives you the basic understanding of horses necessary for your success in equine care and management. Richly illustrated in full color, the book uses a logical, easy-to-follow outline to make learning simple, while addressing essential topics like care and feeding, training, development and reproduction, illness, inheritance, and the history of horses. Bursting with helpful features, Equine Science, 4th Edition will pique your interest with detailed tables, charts, graphs, and photos, as well as informational sidebars, website references, and end-of chapter activities that test your knowledge of the material. As a future equine professional, you will especially appreciate the glossary of terms at the end of the text, as well as the appendix, which includes useful conversion factors and worksheets and provides contact information for professional organizations. - Publisher.