Plants, Potions & Oils for Horses,the third in the Compass Points for Riders series, has been written in order to preserve the use of traditional remedies for horses. Over the years, the author has dedicated himself to collecting recipes and potions from the older generation as well as finding new therapies. The author explains how the most surprising materials can help the horse—whether it be to alleviate pain, encourage healing, or just to keep him in good health.

Plants, Potions and Oils for Horses takes a new look at some old remedies, together with some contemporary alternative therapies to offer the horse owner some simple but safe treatments for common horse ailments. Topics covered in this new book include: herbal remedies; treatments from the kitchen; traditional treatments and aromatherapy. This book will be of great interest to horse owners, riders, veterinary alternative therapists and is fully illustrated with 30 colour photographs and 23 diagrams.

As well as one of the world's earliest sciences, astrology is an artand one that isn't limited to humans. Any horse lover can profit from the study of a horse's sun and moon signs. Using an astrological chartor even the horse's month of birthcharacter traits, strengths, weaknesses, and athletic potential can be pinpointed. As creatures of flight, horses are sensitive at the best of times; understanding their astrological signs will help owners better interpret their animal's behavior and health.

"Drugs & Horses," the fourth title in the Compass Points for Riders series, is a user-friendly and understandable reference tool in which the author analyses the correct use, benefits, and side-effects of many popular drugs. Modern medication is of enormous importance to owners, yet also a potential mine-field to competitors. Treating horses' ailments by using drugs is perfectly valid, but there are also moral issues which the author discusses and various standard rules which she highlights.

"Good Form," the sixth in the Compass Points for Riders series, analyzes a wealth of unspoken information and traditional courtesy--from behavior on the hunting field to making a formal complaint at a competition. The author also looks at everyday issues which affect those who own and work with horses at home and in livery yards.

Horse Owner's Guide to Toxic Plants is a must-have, exclusive reference book for all horse owners, and the first of its kind on the subject of equines and plants. Keep this book in the medicine cabinet in the barn. Walk around the pastures with the book in hand, especially in late spring or early summer. Or pack it with on a trail ride. It just might save your horse's life. Horse Owner's Guide to Toxic Plants is organized according to types of plants—trees, bushes, shrubs, and vines, ferns and plants, weeds and wildflowers, and grasses and horsetails. Since visuals are very important for correct identification, clear color photographs are shown, including wherever possible a close-up photograph and line drawing to better identify each plant. Horsewoman Sandra McQuinn has researched and compiled information on more than 100 more common but toxic plants that grow in backyards, pastures, and on the range and trail. Also included is advice from a veterinarian on how to recognize the symptoms of poisonings in your horse and what steps you or your own veterinarian should take if you suspect your horse has eaten a toxic plant. Brimming with pertinent information and expert advice, Horse Owner's Guide to Toxic Plants is a must-have for all equine aficionados. No horse owner should be without it, including those who board their horses.