The Practical Shepherd: A Complete Treatise On The Breeding, Management And Diseases Of Sheep (1863) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164427070)

The Practical Shepherd is a comprehensive guide to breeding, managing, and treating diseases in sheep, written by Henry S. Randall and first published in 1863. The book covers a wide range of topics related to sheep husbandry, including the selection and breeding of sheep, the construction and management of sheep pens and pastures, the feeding and care of sheep, and the prevention and treatment of common diseases. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of sheep management. The first section covers the history and characteristics of different breeds of sheep, as well as the principles of breeding and selection. The second section discusses the construction and management of sheep pens, pastures, and fences, and provides advice on how to keep sheep healthy and well-fed.The third section of the book deals with the feeding and care of sheep, including information on the nutritional requirements of different breeds and ages of sheep, and advice on how to provide adequate shelter and protection from predators. The fourth section covers the prevention and treatment of diseases, including information on common illnesses such as foot rot, scab, and worms, as well as more serious conditions such as anthrax and tuberculosis.Throughout the book, Randall provides practical advice and tips based on his own experience as a sheep farmer, and includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the concepts he discusses. The Practical Shepherd remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in raising and caring for sheep, and is a testament to the enduring importance of this vital agricultural industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry S. Randall
ISBN-10: 1164427075
ISBN-13: 9781164427070
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 460
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.86lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d