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Handling and Understanding the Horse » (1ST LYONS)

Book cover image of Handling and Understanding the Horse by Marcy and Tony Pavord

Authors: Marcy and Tony Pavord, Tony Pavord
ISBN-13: 9781585743698, ISBN-10: 1585743690
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Globe Pequot Press
Date Published: October 2001
Edition: 1ST LYONS

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Author Biography: Marcy and Tony Pavord

Book Synopsis

Complete with 200 striking full-color photographs. Practical advice on the nature of horse ownership and safety.

Library Journal

Pavord, a freelance equestrian journalist, international candidate judge for endurance riding, and horse breeder and trainer, and husband Tony, a specialist in equine veterinary medicine, have written an excellent book on general horse care. Their text covers much ground: the nature of the horse, basic handling, grooming, equipment, basic riding, preparing for shows, breeding, and problem horses. Their advice is practical and easy to follow, although the authors use some British terms that might briefly confuse an American reader, such as head collar for halter and numnah for saddle pad. However, the 200-plus color photographs serve to counteract this small flaw. Recommended for all public libraries.--Patsy Gray, Huntsville P.L., AL Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.\

Table of Contents

Introduction6
Chapter 1The Horse, Its Nature and Its Relationship with Other Horses and with Humans7
Chapter 2Basic Handling and Safety on the Ground22
Chapter 3Handling the Horse for Grooming and Routine Treatments35
Chapter 4Tack and Equipment49
Chapter 5Loading and Transport66
Chapter 6Basic Riding79
Chapter 7Riding Out94
Chapter 8Shows and Competitions103
Chapter 9The Mare and Foal113
Chapter 10The Stallion130
Chapter 11The Young Horse138
Chapter 12The Problem Horse151
Chapter 13Gadgets166
Chapter 14Re-educating the Mistreated Horse169
Further Reading173
Useful Addresses173
Index174

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