Handling and Understanding the Horse

This comprehensive guide covers all the things you need to know about horse care. Mining the combined experience of two dedicated and knowledgeable horse lovers, Handling and Understanding the Horse will help you avoid needless cost, anxiety, and heartache by teaching you how to form a relationship with your horse based on trust and harmony. All aspects of understanding horses are explored, including: The nature of the horse, its relationship with other horses and with humans Basic handling and safety on the ground Handling the horse for grooming and routine treatments Tack and equipment Loading and transport Basic riding The mare and the foal The stallion The problem horse A trove of valuable hints and insightful advice, Handling and Understanding the Horse is a must-have for all horse lovers and will assure a successful and enjoyable relationship between you and your horse for years to come.Pavord, Marcy and Tony is the author of 'Handling and Understanding the Horse', published 2004 under ISBN 9781592283217 and ISBN 1592283217.