Table of Contents

Introduction.

Part I: Beginning with Horse Basics.

Chapter 1: Welcome to the World of Horses.

Chapter 2: Understanding Horses from Head to Hoof.

Chapter 3: Perusing Popular Horse Breeds.

Part II: Selecting a Horse and the Stuff that Goes with Him.

Chapter 4: Preparing to Make Your Purchase.

Chapter 5: Making the Big Buy.

Chapter 6: Getting into Gear with Horse Equipment.

Chapter 7: Housing Your Horse Comfortably.

Part III: Taking Care of Your Horse.

Chapter 8: Establishing an Everyday Routine.

Chapter 9: Keeping Your Horse Clean and Pretty.

Chapter 10: Preventing Equine Health Problems.

Chapter 11: Examining and Treating Equine Health Troubles.

Chapter 12: Giving Up Your Horse.

Part IV: Handling Your Horse with Ease.

Chapter 13: Working with Your Horse from the Ground.

Chapter 14: Selecting a Riding Discipline.

Chapter 15: Getting Ready Before You Mount.

Chapter 16: Taking Control in the Saddle.

Chapter 17: Staying Safe on (and around) Your Horse.

Chapter 18: Competing on Horseback.

Chapter 19: Riding for the Fun of It.

Part V: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 20: Ten Horse Myths.

Chapter 21: Ten Great Movies about Horses.

Appendix: Equine Resources.

Index.

About the Author

Audrey Pavia is an award-winning writer of numerous books and articles on equine subjects. Janice Posnikoff, DVM, is an equine veterinarian and contributing editor to Horse Illustrated.