Horses for Dummies - Paperback
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Complete Beginner's Guide to Horse Ownership and Riding
Updated for today's beginning horse enthusiasts
If you're just getting into the world of horses, there's a lot to learn. Horses For Dummies gets beginning-level riders and aspiring first-time horse owners up to speed on all things equine. From selecting the right horse for you to feeding, grooming, and handling a horse, this book covers it all.
Featuring updates on breeds, boarding, nutrition, equipment, training, and riding--as well as new information on various equine conditions--this resource shows you how to keep your horse happy and take your riding skills to the next level.
What You'll Learn
- Features updated safety information
- Includes more riding disciplines
- Offers tips for better nutrition for your horse
- Provides grooming and training recommendations
This comprehensive guide covers everything from selecting the right horse breed to understanding equine behavior. Learn proper feeding techniques, essential grooming practices, and effective training methods. The book includes detailed information on horse handling, boarding options, and necessary equipment for new horse owners.
Written for riders at the beginning level, this resource addresses common challenges faced by first-time horse owners. Topics include veterinary care basics, understanding equine conditions, and developing safe handling practices around horses.
If you're crazy about horses, this hands-on guide is all you need to giddy up and go.
Audrey Pavia is the former editor of Horse Illustrated magazine and an award-winning writer of numerous articles on equine subjects. The author of seven books about horses, she has also contributed to Thoroughbred Times, Horse & Rider, and many other animal magazines.
Janice Posnikoff, DVM, is a highly respected equine veterinarian with over 20 years experience. She is a graduate of the Western College of Veterinarian Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada.
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3rd Edition
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