Horses for dummies

Audrey Pavia

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Published
Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Pub c2005.
Language
English
Main Author
Audrey Pavia (-)
Other Authors
Janice M. Posnikoff (-)
Edition
2nd ed
Physical Description
xvi, 365 p., [16] p. of plates : ill. (some col.) ; 24 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 352) and index.
ISBN
9780764597978
  • Introduction
  • Part I. Beginning with Horse Basics
  • Chapter 1. Welcome to the World of Horses
  • Chapter 2. Understanding Horses from Head to Hoof
  • Chapter 3. Perusing Popular Horse Breeds
  • Part II. Selecting a Horse and the Stuff that Goes with Him
  • Chapter 4. Preparing to Make Your Purchase
  • Chapter 5. Making the Big Buy
  • Chapter 6. Getting into Gear with Horse Equipment
  • Chapter 7. Housing Your Horse Comfortably
  • Part III. Taking Care of Your Horse
  • Chapter 8. Establishing an Everyday Routine
  • Chapter 9. Keeping Your Horse Clean and Pretty
  • Chapter 10. Preventing Equine Health Problems
  • Chapter 11. Examining and Treating Equine Health Troubles
  • Chapter 12. Giving Up Your Horse
  • Part IV. Handling Your Horse with Ease
  • Chapter 13. Working with Your Horse from the Ground
  • Chapter 14. Selecting a Riding Discipline
  • Chapter 15. Getting Ready Before You Mount
  • Chapter 16. Taking Control in the Saddle
  • Chapter 17. Staying Safe on (and around) Your Horse
  • Chapter 18. Competing on Horseback
  • Chapter 19. Riding for the Fun of It
  • Part V. The Part of Tens
  • Chapter 20. Ten Horse Myths
  • Chapter 21. Ten Great Movies about Horses
  • Appendix: Equine Resources
  • Index