| Description |
480 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm |
| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
Section 1: History, Physiology, and Behavior; 1 The History of the Horse; 2 Biology, Intelligence, and Behavior; Section 2: Breeds and Types; 3 Type versus Breed; 4 The Breeds; Section 3: Activities with Horses; 5 English, Western, and Driving Competition; 6 Rodeo and Other Horse Sports; Section 4: A New Horse; 7 Choosing the Right Horse; 8 Choosing the Right Equipment; Section 5: Horsekeeping; 9 Transporting; 10 Stabling; 11 Nutrition and Grooming; Section 6: Health; 12 The Healthy Horse; 13 Pests, Parasites, and Poisonous Plants; 14 Alternative Care Section 7: Rider Instruction; 15 Riding Instructors, Safety, and Fitness; 16 English Riding Basics; 17 Western Riding Basics; Section 8: Horse Training; 18 Training Philosophy and Early Handling; 19 The Training Lessons; 20 Training Problems and Solutions; 21 Natural Horsemanship; Section 9: Competition; 22 Shows and Classes; 23 Horse and Rider Preparation; 24 At the Show; Section 10: Breeding Mares and Raising Foals; 25 Breeding; 26 Pregnancy, Delivery, and Foal Care; Section 11: The Senior Horse; 27 Senior Horse Facts; 28 Retirement and End of Life; Remembering Moira. |
| Summary |
"The most comprehensive single volume dedicated to horses, Original Horse Bible, 2nd Edition is a celebration of the long relationship that humans and horses enjoy, written by two highly regarded horsewomen, the late Moira C. Allen and Sharon Biggs. Covering an array of topics that span the world of horses, including evolution, domestication, horseback riding, training, competing, breeding, and so much more, making this complete guide is a must-have for any avid horse-lover! An extensive breed chapter offers portraits of approximately 175 breeds, alphabetically arranged, from the Abaco Barb to the Welsh Pony, plus many rare and handsome breeds from around the world as well as favorites like the American Quarter Horse, the Shetland Pony, and the Thoroughbred. With over 100 training and behavior tips, more than 50 riding, grooming, and health takeaways, and so much more, the Original Horse Bible belongs on the shelves of anyone who admires these magnificent creatures. This second edition includes new sections on advances in imaging technology and medications, as well as updated information on saddles, bits, poisonous plants, deworming practices, and natural horsemanship"--Publisher's description. |
| Subject |
Horses.
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Horsemanship.
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| Added Author |
Waller, Sharon Biggs, 1966- author.
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Langrish, Bob, photographer.
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| ISBN |
9781620084038 (hbk.) |
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1620084031 (hbk.) |
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9781620084045 (pbk.) |
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162008404X (pbk.) |
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