Download or read book The Green Guide for Horse Owners and Riders written by Heather Cook and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive reference for property owners who house several horses as well as riders who are renting stable space identifies eco-friendly alternatives for horse care, providing coverage of such topics as green barn materials, toxin-free feeds, and earth-supporting trail-riding etiquette.
Download or read book The Green Horse Owners Guide to Owning a Horse written by A. N. Archer and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Storey s Guide to Raising Horses 2nd Edition written by Heather Smith Thomas and published by Storey Publishing. This book was released on 2009-12-23 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Raising horses successfully requires good preparation, hard work, and a sincere interest in your animals’ well-being. With in-depth information on all aspects of horsekeeping, including grooming, foaling, housing, diet, exercise, and medical care, this comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to raise healthy and happy horses.
Download or read book Practical Horse Law written by Brenda Gilligan and published by . This book was released on 2017-10-09 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an accessible and readable guide to the law for horse owners and riders in situations where they might want to consider their legal position and the need for legal assistance. It offers practical and commonsense advice on reducing the risk of becoming involved in litigation in the first place. Topics covered include choosing a riding school; riding safely in a school or out on roads and tracks; buying, selling and loaning horses; accidents and how to avoid them; when to make a claim and what to claim for; keeping horses at home or at livery; veterinary negligence; animal welfare and more. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Brenda Gilligan is a horse-owner and rider, and a specialist clinical negligence solicitor with a niche practice in cases involving horses.
Download or read book The USPC Guide to Longeing and Ground Training written by Susan E. Harris and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-08-27 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Longeing and ground training are an important part of horsemanship, both in training the horse and in the education of the rider. This book explains the principles of handling and training horses safely from the ground, including leading, teaching good ground manners, and preparation for longeing. It provides an introduction to longeing, equipment, techniques, and longeing for various purposes, including longeing to improve the horse's movement and longeing the rider. Because longeing is an activity that requires skill, knowledge, and safe techniques, The USPC Guide to Longeing and Ground Training is essential to understanding what you will need, what to do, and how long to do it safely for yourself and your horse. This guide can be used by Pony Clubbers, instructors, and all horse owners who want to learn about longeing and how to use this technique safely to benefit their horses' training. The Howell Equestrian Library
Download or read book The Horse Owner s Manual written by Robert Stone and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-03-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to "The Horse Owner's Manual," your go-to resource for mastering the art and science of equine care. Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or new to the world of horse ownership, this comprehensive guide is your trusted companion on the journey to ensuring the health and happiness of your equine companions. Inside these pages, you'll find a wealth of practical tips, expert advice, and proven techniques designed to empower you as a horse owner. From nutrition and grooming to health maintenance and beyond, each chapter is packed with actionable insights to help you provide the best possible care for your beloved horses. Explore the fundamentals of equine nutrition and learn how to create balanced diets tailored to your horse's unique needs. Discover the secrets of proper grooming and maintenance, from coat care to hoof health, and uncover strategies for keeping your horse looking and feeling their best year-round. Delve into the realm of routine health care, from vaccinations and deworming to dental care and first aid, and gain the knowledge and confidence to keep your horse healthy and thriving. Learn to recognize signs of illness or injury, and understand when it's time to seek veterinary care. Beyond the basics, "The Horse Owner's Manual" covers a range of advanced topics, including exercise and fitness, environmental management, and behavioral health. Whether you're managing a bustling equestrian facility or caring for a single cherished companion, this book provides the tools and resources you need to succeed. Written in accessible language, "The Horse Owner's Manual" is more than just a book - it's a roadmap to equine excellence, a testament to the enduring bond between humans and horses, and an indispensable resource for horse owners everywhere. Whether you're a novice rider or a seasoned equestrian professional, embark on a journey of discovery and empowerment with "The Horse Owner's Manual" - your ultimate guide to optimal equine health and wellness.
Download or read book On the Safe Side written by Beverley Heselton and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrated guide book for anyone taking up riding or planning to purchase a horse or pony. Covers all aspects of horse management and care which can affect your safety. Includes an index. Author is an experienced Victorian horse-rider and her previous books are 'Your First Pony' and 'Horse Sense for Adults'.
Download or read book How To Be Safe And Effective While Enjoying Your Horses Horse Owners Guide Book written by Minna Nangle and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-08 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horses and ponies are large, often unpredictable animals. They are beautiful and, at the same time, a potential hazard. All riders and keepers should know how to act to remain safe around horses. A professional horse trainer and riding instructor for 45 years, Tanya Buck takes a no-nonsense, simple (and sometimes sarcastic) approach to the every day perils within the world of horses. Learning with humor has proven to be her best asset as a coach and makes the information fun, interesting and hard to forget. Topics include: - How horses think and why it matters. - Safety measures to take before you get to the barn; what to wear, how to act. - Choosing the best trainer, veterinarian and farrier. - Buying and selling a horse. - Safely riding in company; on the trail and in the arena. - Why choosing the correct tack is important. - Trailer loading and safety hauling tips. - Health care and more.
Download or read book Horse Owner s Field Guide to Toxic Plants written by Sandra M. Burger and published by Breakthrough Publications. This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Features full-color photographs, detailed drawings, and invaluable, up-to-date information on plants both proven and suspected in horse poisonings.
Download or read book A Horse of Your Own written by M.A. Stoneridge and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2001-07-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A bestseller for 25 years, now updated for the 1990s, this perennial classic is packed with photographs and sound, practical advice on every aspect of horses, horse care, and horsemanship. B & W photographs throughout
Download or read book The Saddle horse written by Orange Judd Company and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Trail Riding written by Audrey Pavia and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-08-20 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience the sheer joy of being one with your horse and one with nature. When you're riding the trails with your horse, you enjoy a refreshing feeling of freedom, the exhilaration of exploration, and an invigorating escape from the demands of the day. You're in control--as long as you can control the 1,000-pound creature you're riding. Trail Riding: A Complete Guide takes you from the basics to more advanced trail riding skills with information on: * How to choose a horse, including basics on conformation * Finding the best trail-riding lessons, tack, and equipment * Feeding, care, grooming, health care, and stable management * Conditioning--for the horse and yourself * Trailering to trails * Advanced trail riding, including information on camping with your horse, how competitive trail riding is judged, and racing on the trail * Tips on how to find the best trails, both locally and around the country This book helps you develop the knowledge and skills that will give you a leg up every time you climb in the saddle. You and your horse will become the perfect pair for relaxing yet energizing adventures off the beaten path.
Download or read book Green written by Kristine Oakhurst and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2011-10-18 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Green: The Missing Horseback Rider's Guide for Keeping Your Money, Sanity, and Joy may not save your marriage, but it very well could save your horse career. Green contains 25 biting chapters on how to protect yourself in the horse world including: How to Find a Barn Being an Adult Rider Horse Crazy Kids Goal Realization Money Commitments The Real Scoop on "Horse Whisperers" and more... "So You Don't Know What You're Doing and You Just Bought a Horse..." At the heart of the book, Green is esteemed author Kristine Oakhurst's quest to prevent you from making mistakes, burning out, and quitting horses altogether. Before you buy another piece of tack, or (gasp) another horse, first read this book because it is THE trusted guide to help you make every big and small decision weighing on a new horsewoman's mind.
Download or read book Horselopaedia written by Stewart Hastie and published by Ringpress Books. This book was released on 1999 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All facets of care and management as well as riding basics are the subjects of this book. Owners and riders can gain insight into such topics as choosing and buying a horse, stable and pasture management, health and illness, tack and clothing, and training and competing. First-time as well as experienced owners and riders will benefit from Horselopaedia, which contains detailed information in a concise, easy-to-reference format.
Download or read book The Horseless Rider written by Barbara Burn and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The practical guide for people who cannot or choose not to own their own horse--revised and updated.
Download or read book The Practical Horse Owner s Guide written by About Pets Editorial and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepared under the general editorship of well-known author and veterinarian Eric Allan, and published by Landmark Press, their typical content has chapters on buying, housing, care, feeding, health, breeding and training as well as a section with addresses of clubs and websites for further information.Key features of the series:• Most affordable books• Packed with hands-on information• Well written by experts• Easy to understand language• Full-colour original photography• Between 70 and 110 photos• All one needs to know to be able to care for one’s pet• Trusted authors, veterinary consultants, breed and species experts• Appropriate for first pet owners• Detailed information of interest to pet professionals
