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Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Farm & working animals
Many farmers today are concerned, not only with the increasing cost
of conventional drugs, but also with their side-effects and the
build-up of resistant strains of bacteria due to the continued and
often indiscriminate use of antibiotics. While this book will
appeal to the already converted it is hoped that the unprejudiced
newcomer will be sufficiently encouraged to investigate this system
of medicine and enjoy its undoubted benefits. The aim of the
homeopathic approach is to build up the health of the herd and
increase the resistance of its individual members to disease, and,
in consequence to increase the milk output and quality. Homeopathic
remedies are all derived from natural sources and George Macleod
outlines the homeopathic approach to the commoner diseases of
cattle, omitting only serious injuries and others which are not
economic to treat.
Mutton is a great - as yet untold - story with its deep impact on
the landscape, history and culture of these islands. This is its
turning point. With current heightened public interest in
traditional and wholesome meats, now is the time for a serious
revival in the popularity of mutton. It once fed the nation and
took pride of place on dining tables from peasants to royalty. With
the backing of the Mutton Renaissance campaign, it is poised to
make a comeback as its extraordinary health and environmental
benefits are recognised. Bob Kennard addresses all the issues:
what's a wether, mutton as a super-meat, mutton candles, mutton
farming round the world, how sheep have shaped the landscape,
mutton recipes, braxy ham, salt marsh mutton, butchery tips, lists
of mutton breeds, directory of suppliers.
Military Working Dogs have played a vital role in the United States
armed forces throughout history. In this celebration of their
contributions to our nation, Lisa Rogak profiles these heroic dogs
and showcases them in vivid photographs that capture the devotion
and respect these amazing canines, their devoted handlers, and
fellow soldiers share for each other. A heart-warming collection
for dog lovers everywhere, this is the first illustrated tribute to
America's Military Working Dogs.
"These crisp, colour-soaked images are a labour of love that
honours rare breeds such as the European bison and the Celtic
longhorn, exploring pastures in Austria, Colombia, Ethiopia and
beyond." -Sarah Barrell, National Geographic Traveller "Lampert is
a leading voice in this space, and The Cow is a glorious tribute to
cows and humanity's relationship to them, featuring more than 480
photos of cows from around the world." -Joe McCarthy, Global
Citizen "Whole eons of love will be necessary to recompense the
animals for their services to us." With this quote from Christian
Morgenstern, leading sustainability expert and organic entrepreneur
Werner Lampert opens his illustrated book, The Cow: A Tribute, a
project very dear to his heart. Lampert developed a passion for
cattle from an early age. Again and again, he was drawn to the
pastures of his native Austria to admire these dignified, gentle
animals and their calming effect. With its rich photography, this
evocative book pays tribute to the soulfulness of cattle and the
special bond between man and cow, much threatened in our age of
industrial-scale farming. Around the world, Lampert and his team of
select photographers have tracked down the most beautiful, rare
cattle, capturing them in their natural and often spectacular
surroundings with empathy and respect. A touching testimony to a
much-loved animal, the gorgeous images in The Cow: A Tribute are
rounded out with profound, at times poetic, texts; informative
facts and history about different cattle breeds; and entertaining
anecdotes.
The Book "Kidding Goats" takes you through what you need to prepare
for when your goat is about to give birth. How long does gestation
take? Why does record keeping help? What supplies are needed for
kidding? Why separate the dam from your other goats? How can you
tell when your goat is going to give birth? What are the signs of
parturition? When do you need to assist with the delivery of the
kid? What are the things that can go wrong? This short and easy to
read guide will answer these questions for you, help you to be well
prepared and knowledgeable about the birthing of goats. Series:
Goat Knowledge 13
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