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Draft Horses
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 | Draft Horse Magnet
Jumbo magnet of draft horse head. 3 1/2" x 4". Handmade in England.
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|  | Draft Horses Today
by Robert Mischka
American draft horse breeds are discussed as well as the vehicles and equipment used to do farm chores today. Draft horses can also be used for recreation, showing, horsepulls, parades, and just for fun. Plenty of color photos accompany this informative text. HB 166 pp.
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 | Draft Horses: an Owner's Manual
by Beth Valentine and Michael Wildenstein
The increasing popularity of many different draft breeds has given rise to the need for more information on how to properly care for them. This practical manual covers the basic care, feeding, and health management of heavy horses. It is geared toward all draft breeds, including heavy pony breeds such as the Haflinger and Norwegian Fjord. A great resource for treating and preventing problems that are specific to draft horses. PB 229 pp.
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|  | Draft Note Cards
Share the pride, strength, and gentleness of this heavy horse with these blank note cards. Boxed set of 10 cards and envelopes.
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 | Farm Harness Decoration
by Robert Steinke
Learn about the history and traditions of ornate decorations used on heavy horse harness. Horse brasses, studs, housens, hameplates, and rosettes are discussed. Well illustrated with new and old photos from the author's personal collection. Signed by the author. PB 36pp.
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|  | Gypsy Horses and the Travelers' Way
by John Hockensmith
A photographic portrayal of the colorful Gypsy horse trade and the culture of the Romani Gypsy people. Experience the annual pilgrimage to the Appleby Horse Fair in northern England where caravans converge to buy and sell and to showcase Gypsy pride. HB 184pp.
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 | The Percheron Horse in America
by Joseph Mischka
A look at "the horse that powered America", its history, many uses over the years, and enduring appeal. HB 162 pp.
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|  | They Did it with Horses
by Philip Weber
Before there were trucks and tractors, horses did it all. This scrapbook of over 400 old photos from the Philip Weber collection shows fascinating street scenes and horses at work. These include farming, delivering, logging, fire fighting, and more. HB 255pp.
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