This expanded second edition builds on the original with hundreds of detailed illustrations and photographs, along with revised, in-depth content on every aspect of horse-powered work.
Covering topics such as horse mechanics, harnessing, hitching, field work, and real-world teamster techniques, this book provides practical guidance rooted in decades of experience. Miller, a pioneer of animal-powered agriculture and founder of Small Farmer's Journal, brings over 30 years of hands-on knowledge to these pages, making it a trusted resource for farmers, restoration teams, loggers, and anyone dedicated to traditional draft horse skills.
Whether you're managing a small farm, logging in the woods, or simply preserving the heritage of working horses, this handbook is a cornerstone reference for doing it right—with respect, knowledge, and results.
Specifications
- 8 1/2" X 11"
- 366 pages
- Soft Cover
Table Of Contents:
Chapter 1: THE WORK HORSE: Considerations for the Beginner
Chapter 2: ATTITUDE AND APPROACH
Chapter 3: THE DYNAMICS OF DRAFT- The mechanics of the Draft Horse
Chapter 4: HORSE, ANATOMY AND THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CARE
Chapter 5: FEEDING THE WORK HORSE
Chapter 6: THE STABLE
Chapter 7: HARNESS
Chapter 8: HARNESSING
Chapter 9: HITCH GEAR
Chapter 10: PRINCIPLES OF DRIVING FOR WORK
Chapter 11: RIGGING THE HITCH
Chapter 12: HITCHING UP
Chapter 13: COST OF USING HORSES
Chapter 14: VALUE OF HORSES AS POWER
Chapter 15: WORK YOU CAN DO WITH HORSES
Chapter 16: EQUIPMENT
Chapter 17: WORK HORSE DIARY
Resource Directory & Measurements
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