This book is an invaluable guide to many aspects of horsemanship, with a fully illustrated directory of breeds of the world, step-by-step instructions on caring for your horse and pony, and information about specialist equipment for both horse and rider. Over 75 breeds of horse and pony are covered, from the more familiar Thoroughbred horse and Shetland pony to the less well known Nonius and Caspian. It describes how to look after your horse on a day-to-day basis, including exercise routines and grooming techniques, and information about basic health care and first aid. Expert advice on selecting and buying a horse is given, along with essential equipment, including the saddle, bridle and bit, stabling and enclosures, clothing and protective equipment.

About the Author
Judith Draper was an equestrian writer and book editor involved with horses all her life, and was Editor of the British Horse Society's magazine. Other contributors are Sarah Muir, who has competed in dressage, show jumping and horse trials, and was Assistant Editor of Horse & Rider magazine; and Debby Sly, a talented rider, equestrian journalist and author who contributes to Your Horse magazine and trains her own event horses point-to-pointers.


Book Information
ISBN 9780754835868
Author Judith Draper
Format Hardback
Page Count 256
Imprint Lorenz Books
Publisher Anness Publishing