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New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See the ...
Type
book
Signed
No
Ex Libris
No
Narrative Type
book
Personalized
No
Intended Audience
General / adult
Inscribed
No
Vintage
No
ISBN
9781603420389
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Storey Publishing
ISBN-10
160342038X
ISBN-13
9781603420389
eBay Product ID (ePID)
28038665703

Product Key Features

Book Title
Donkey Companion : Selecting, Training, Breeding, Enjoying and Caring for Donkeys
Number of Pages
343 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Agriculture / Animal Husbandry, Animals / Mammals, Animals / Horses, Horses
Publication Year
2008
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Pets, Nature, Technology & Engineering
Author
Sue Weaver
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
30.2 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2008-026340
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
S The Donkey Companion is the most complete, up-to-date reference of its kind. The book offers readers a walk through the wonder and capabilities of this equine species, with keen insight into the differences between donkey and horse. Sir ReadALot.org, "The Donkey Companion is the most complete, up-to-date reference of its kind.  The book offers readers a walk through the wonder and capabilities of this equine species, with keen insight into the differences between donkey and horse."Sir ReadALot.org  , The Donkey Companion is the most complete, up-to-date reference of its kind. The book offers readers a walk through the wonder and capabilities of this equine species, with keen insight into the differences between donkey and horse. Sir ReadALot.org, " The Donkey Companion is the most complete, up-to-date reference of its kind.  The book offers readers a walk through the wonder and capabilities of this equine species, with keen insight into the differences between donkey and horse." Sir ReadALot.org  , The Donkey Companion is the most complete, up-to-date reference of its kind.  The book offers readers a walk through the wonder and capabilities of this equine species, with keen insight into the differences between donkey and horse. Sir ReadALot.org  , " The Donkey Companion is the most complete, up-to-date reference of its kind. The book offers readers a walk through the wonder and capabilities of this equine species, with keen insight into the differences between donkey and horse." Sir ReadALot.org
Dewey Decimal
636.1/82
Table Of Content
Preface: Why Keep Donkeys? Acknowledgments Part 1: Donkey Primer 1 Meet the Donkey A Basic Brayer Lexicon * Donkeys Aren't Horses * Out of Africa * Brayers on the Move * Donkeys in Myth 2 Born to Be Wild The African Wild Ass * The Asiatic Wild Ass * The Kiang 3 The Breed You Need Which Breed? * Closing In * Popular North American Breeds * Evaluating Donkeys 4 A Donkey of Your Own Finding a Veterinarian * Finding Breeders * Adopting a Wild Burro * Adopting a Rescued Donkey * Transporting Donkeys 5 Donkey Behavior Donkey Behaviors, A to Z * Donkey Whispering Part 2: Donkey Care 6 Tack and Shelter Halters * Leads * Shelter Options * Gimme Water * Fencing Makes Good Neighbors 7 Feeding Your Donkey Hay * Grass and Browse * Nosebag Know-How 8 Grooming and Hoof Care The Tools of the Trade * Grooming Overview * Bathing * Sheath Cleaning * Freeze Factor * Finding and Keeping a Top-Notch Farrier * Can This Hoof Be Saved? 9 Parasite Control Internal Parasites * Demystifying Dewormers * Lice * Mites * Mosquitoes * Horse- and Deerflies * Blackflies * No-see-ums * Ticks 10 Health Care Health Care Pointers * To Be Your Own Vet (Or Not) * 22 Classic Donkey Maladies * Medicating Your Donkey * Don't Wait, Vaccinate! 11 The Holistic Donkey Herbs * Flower Essences * Homeopathy Part 3: Donkey Fun 12 Clicker Training What Is Clicker Training? * Why Click? 13 Donkey Riding Donkey Dos and Don'ts * Why Ride a Donkey? * Donkey Tack 101 * Training Your Donkey to Ride * On the Trail 14 Donkey Driving Getting Started * Driving Gear * Choosing Harness * Teaching a Donkey to Drive * Drive Safely 15 Fun with Donkeys Showing * Packing * Pack Burro Racing Part 4: Donkey Business 16 Breeding Donkeys Breeding Q&A * A Jack for Your Jenny * Getting Ready for Breeding * Preparing for Foaling * Give Me a Sign * Here Comes Baby! * After the Birth * Bringing Up Baby * Socializing Baby * Very Basic Training 17 Those Mules Origins * Today's Mules (and Hinnies) 18 Making Money with Donkeys (Maybe) Breeding to Sell * Marketing Donkey Milk * Manufacture Donkey Equipment * Donkey Trekking * Be a Traveling Photographer * Portray Sinterklaas * Throw a Donkey Party 19 Donkey Marketing Mojo Web Sites * Do It Yourself! * Effective Web Design * The Rest of the Story * Business Cards * Flyers and Brochures * Show Off Your Stock * Penny-Wise Promotion Appendixes A: ADMS Code of Ethics B: Donkeys as Livestock Guardians C: Weighing and Body Scoring Donkeys D: Emergency Euthanasia Glossary Resources Index Photography Credits
Synopsis
Strong, intelligent, dependable, friendly, and extremely versatile, donkeys are the perfect farm companion. Whether you use your animal to pull carts, till fields, or protect livestock, you'll benefit from this practical and inspirational guide to working with and caring for your donkey. Providing expert advice on selecting the right breed for your needs, daily maintenance, training, and first aid, Sue Weaver also includes plenty of fun facts and charming donkey anecdotes. Raise a happy and healthy donkey, Strong, intelligent, dependable, friendly, and extremely versatile, donkeys are the perfect farm companion. Whether you use your animal to pull carts, till fields, or protect livestock, you'll benefit from this practical and inspirational guide to working with and caring for your donkey. Providing expert advice on selecting the right breed for your needs, daily maintenance, training, and first aid, Sue Weaver also includes plenty of fun facts and charming donkey anecdotes. Raise a happy and healthy donkey!
LC Classification Number
SF361.W43 2008

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  • Good primer

    Lots of general information about our longear critters. Great for beginners or those interested in raising/breeding/riding donkeys, in an easy to read format.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: betterworldbookswest

  • Must have for all Donkey owners!

    This a great book on caring for donkeys. It covers everything from picking out a donkey, caring for it,training it, to breeding it. It is full of great tips and fun information.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: flhr08

  • Wonderful & very informative book for donkey lovers

    As soon as I started reading it I couldn't put it down the very first day! its an amazing read and the illustrations are top notched! i would recommend this book to everyone who has a donkey(s) or is thinking about becoming a donkey parent!!!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: tblair06

  • Good information

    After buying a couple donkey books with little usable information, this one is packed.

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