Subtitle on cover: The complete veterinary guide.

The complete beginner's guide to horses and riding for kids 8 to 12 This ultimate guide to horses for kids teaches you all about the basics of equine care—from anatomy to housing to bathing and feeding. Whether you're just starting out or already have a horse of your own, you'll learn how to ride, how to stay safe around horses, and how to develop a healthy and friendly relationship with them. Horse basics—Brush up on your techniques and learn about all the necessary gear, with illustrations to explain horse body language, horse lingo, the different ways horses move, and much more. Safety first—This standout book on horses for kids demonstrates the best practices to keep you and your horse safe during handling, training, riding, and grooming. The perfect horse for you—Learn all about the qualities of different types of horses so you can figure out your dream breed. If you're a horse lover, Horse Life is your perfect companion for getting ready to saddle up.

A revised and expanded edition of the international bestseller. A stylish and information-rich reference that will delight horse-lovers of all ages.

"Truly remarkable in that it is one of the most complete and well-illustrated breed compendiums to date. It should fit into every equestrian's library". --Horse Illustrated

"Previously published as The ultimate encyclopedia of horse breeds & horse care"--T.p. verso.

This book teaches you how to build a relationship with your new horse, how to care for him, feed him, ride him, and what to do in the event you need to sell your horse. Main features include: • Acclimating your horse to his new home • Transitioning from an outdoor horse to a barn horse • Adjusting your horse to new horses • Feeding your horse and how to adjust him to new food • Spotting and treating illnesses • Knowing and correcting bad habits, whether in the barn or while riding • Proper equipment and treatment while riding • Proper procedure if you need to sell the horse If you are new to owning a horse and need to learn the basics (buying, riding, feeding, selling), then this book is for you. The book explains each point in short, easy-to-read paragraphs, so you will not miss anything important. Additionally, this book explains that horses have feelings, providing a helpful human equivalent to better understand the horse’s position. Horses are intelligent creatures, not push-button machines. A horse’s feelings can be compared to a human’s feelings. Just like humans, horses are individuals with minds of their own. About the Expert Karin Bauer is a widow with no children. She is a freelance writer and blogger. She is also an entrepreneur. She runs three online business and enjoys sales and marketing. Formerly a New Jersey state government employee, Karin left her job to become self-employed. Her job was very dead-end and too demanding for the low pay and lack of time off. She wanted to have more time for traveling and writing about her travel adventures. Karin has been riding horses for over 30 years. She used to compete in show jumping events, but now rides for pleasure. She rides horses at her local equestrian center and helps care for them. Karin has traveled to many countries and includes horseback riding in her travel plans. She embarks on adventurous horseback riding vacations while traveling. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Here by popular demand! The Ultimate Book of Horses provides hours of hands-on discovery and comprehensive information on the different breeds of this beloved animal, plus how to care, train, and work with them. With detailed information thoroughly researched and vetted by an industry professional, the book includes more than 40 flaps, pop-ups, pull-tabs, and rotating wheels to create an exciting overview of the world of horses throughout history. Turn a wheel to find out about the different types of work that horses do, lift the flaps to explore the parts of a horse's body, pull a tab to see how a vet takes care of a horse's feet. An essential reference for young horse lovers!

"Previously published as separate volumes, The book of Horses and Horse Care, The Practical Rider's Handbook and Saddlery and Horse Equipment."--Title page verso.

Paddock Paradise is a revolutionary model for safe, natural horse keeping, hoof care, and the healing and rehabilitation of lame horses. The premise of Paddock Paradise is to stimulate horses to behave and move naturally according to their instincts.

Hoof Care Today is a helpful tool for anyone looking for solutions to unsound horses, for horse owners interested in hoof care, or for people looking at starting a career as a hoof care provider. This book covers a basic, common sense approach to understanding good foot function, how to read hoof distortions that can lead to lameness, basic trimming & shoeing guidelines, and an introduction to common lameness issues. Like its predecessor "New Hope for Soundness", this edition offers a quality foundation for understanding hoof care, without all the fluff. Straight forward, practical, common sense hoof care!