[Jacob-list] reference manual preferences

[Linda]

I think Merck's is actually a better reference and easier to use.  You need to have some idea of what you're looking for, but once you do, I think the coverage is more complete.  I do like the Lawson books.  The flow charts are pretty good, but it's nice to have a Merck to refer to when you reach a tentative diagnosis.  This may just be my preference.  I've had Merck's for over 20 years and I'm used to it.   Hope you get it for Christmas!

Linda
www.patchworkfibers.com
Registered Jacob Sheep, Angora Rabbits, Handspun Yarn

On Fri, 18 Feb 2005 15:43:44 -0800 (PST), Joy Thomas, SonRise Farm wrote:
>
> I have both. I use Managing Your Ewe every year at lambing time --
> brush up "just in case". I like the Lamb Problems book for after
> the lambs are born! Don't have Merck's manual yet - that's on my
> wish list for next Christmas.
>
>> Do you like Lawson's  "managing your ewe" more than "lamb
>> problems"?  <snip> having both. Merck's is a
>>
> must
>
>
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> Joyce M. Thomas
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