An excellent beginners guide to Horse Breeds and Care Maintenance. Have you contemplated adding a horse to your family? Better still, have you wondered what that may look like? The ins and outs of everyday horse care and management? Where and how to acquire one, or if adoption is the better option? Then this short book is exactly what you need! These 30 pages take you into the history the great horse breeds and the equipment you'll need to care for and maintain them. Take the time to accustom yourself with horses and discover if this might be the right path for you and your loved ones. The responsibility is great, but the joy of horse ownership is greater. Thank you for considering this book.

Expert advice on breeds, all aspects of horse care, and step-by-step riding techniques, fully updated.

A richly illustrated guide, with stunning full-color photos from one of the world's leading equine photographers. Includes history, horse development, and breed identification, including practical advice for the novice.

For almost twenty years, Horses has been the definitive horse care manual, an indispensable reference for anyone who shows, races, breeds, or rides horses. Now Horses is available for the first time in paperback in a completely revised and updated new edition, offering all the latest information necessary for the competent care and recreational use of horses today. It covers every vital phase of buying, managing, enjoying, and raising horses and features a wealth of illustrations and photo sequences showing step-by-step management procedures, as well as more technical information for advanced owners. The Third Edition also reflects recent findings in health care and research, and includes * A new chapter on business practices in the horse industry * Current recommendations for internal parasite control * Information on equine assisted therapy * Linebreeding, the Dosage Index, and the Rasmussen Factor * Recent information on coat color inheritance * The physiology of conditioning performance horses * The practical use of behavior for training Comprehensive, authoritative, and accessible, Horses, Third Edition is an essential reference book for anyone who cares for a horse, from novice to experienced owner.

Understanding and patience that you require for having the pony as a pet is not the end of caring about horses. Undivided heed and understanding the nature of the animal to provide it with its natural herd environment is the call of the hour to raise your animal properly. To the horse, the instinct is always instant action because for them action is survival. In a herd, the horses regularly take turns sleeping and warn the group during a predator attack where they take flight.From the very first day in the life of a foal, it starts with its learning journey imbibing all the qualities from its immediate environment. Very extensive knowledge about the animal is required to give it proper growth and development. Maintaining a subdued profile around the animal is essential. As it is in the wild, their survival depends on the early detection of that approaching predator the horses simply do not like undue attention and unnecessary blare. It is quite common that the mount can get disturbed by any unnecessary blast and cause injury to the people around it. A reassuring quiet voice is required while talking to your horse.While keeping a horse as a pet one should always remember that the animal will normally not relate to a human being but as is the case with most domestic animals an alliance often a very strong bond grows between the animal and its alternate provider given there is trust, fondness for compliance and a crave to desire and obey.

Discover the essential companion for every horse enthusiast - "The Complete Guide to Horse Care." Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or embarking on your first equine journey, this comprehensive handbook equips you with the knowledge and expertise needed to nurture happy, healthy horses. From selecting the perfect companion to navigating the complexities of equine health and wellness, this guide covers every aspect of responsible horse ownership with clarity and insight. Delve into the intricacies of nutrition, hoof care, grooming, and training, guided by expert advice and practical tips tailored to every level of experience. Unlock the secrets of effective communication and understanding between horse and rider, unravel the mysteries of equine behavior, and learn how to foster a trusting partnership built on mutual respect and empathy. Whether you're tending to the needs of a beloved companion or managing a bustling equestrian facility, this handbook serves as your trusted companion, offering guidance on everything from routine care to emergency procedures. Explore the art and science of horse care through detailed explanations, vibrant illustrations, and real-life anecdotes that bring each topic to life. Gain confidence in your ability to provide top-notch care for your equine friends, ensuring their well-being and happiness for years to come. "The Complete Guide to Horse Care" isn't just a manual - it's a celebration of the timeless bond between humans and horses, a testament to the joys and responsibilities of stewardship, and an indispensable resource for anyone passionate about the noble art of horsemanship. Whether you're a novice rider or a seasoned equestrian professional, embark on a journey of discovery and enlightenment with "The Complete Guide to Horse Care" - your ultimate companion on the path to equine excellence.

Horses for Beginners: A Horse Handbook of Horse Facts A Quick Start Guide to Horse Care and Horse Health If you are someone who is serious about horse care, this book is for you. It covers every topic about horses from A-Z including: Horseback riding and training – an equestrian is often defined by his or her ability to ride horses. Riding is a skill that will forever be attached to the title "equestrian". However, riding is just the tip of the iceberg. In order to learn how to be a true equestrian, you need to learn how to work with your horse, training it and shaping it until it can respond to your slightest command. Remember that Equestrian studies is not just about you; It's about both you and your horse. You also need to learn how to take care of your horses. A lot of people assume that the hardest part of being an equestrian is getting your horse to jump. This is a fantasy. In order to become a true equestrian, you need to learn how to take care of your mount. You need to understand horses inside and out. You will study the horse's anatomy, how to feed it, how to groom it, and other essentials in horse care.