The Horse Illustrated Guide to Buying a Horse

by Lesley Ward

Overview

Experienced equestrians cover the fundamentals of horsemanshipt - from buying and caring for a horse to getting the most out of tiem in the saddle. Complete with step-by-step instructions, full-color photographs, and helpful glossaries, these trustworthy little guides help riders establish and maintain rewarding relationships with their horses.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781937049447
Publisher:	CompanionHouse Books
Publication date:	05/01/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	50
File size:	38 MB
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Table of Contents

	Introduction	8
Chapter 1	Are You Ready to Own a Horse	10
	Time
	Money
	Evaluating Your Horse Experience
	Leasing a Horse
	Lease Agreement (Form)
Chapter 2	The Search Begins	20
	Newspapers and Magazines
	Tack Shop Bulletin Boards
	Riding Schools
	Dealers
	Auctions
	Rescue Centers
	Want Ads
Chapter 3	What Kind of Horse Is Right for You	30
	Age
	Size
	Sex
	Personality
	Price
	Color
	What You Plan to Do with Your Horse
Chapter 4	Which Breed Is Right for You	38
	Quarter Horse
	Thoroughbred
	Arabian
	Morgan
	Appaloosa
	American Paint Horse
	Tennessee Walking Horse
	American Saddlebred
	Warmblood
	Mixed Breed
Chapter 5	Finding a Horse	50
	Get on the Phone
	The Visit
	Questions, Questions, and more Questions
Chapter 6	Trying Out a Horse	60
	Tacking Up
	Observe the Horse Being Ridden
	Your Turn to Ride
	The Horse's Specialty
	Trail-Ride Test
	Decision Time
Chapter 7	The Veterinary Pre-Purchase Exam	70
	Exam Day
	The Examination Form
Chapter 8	Home Sweet Home	78
	Where's the Horse Going to Live?
	Transportation
	Insurance
	Handing over the Money
	Welcome Home
	Riding Your New Horse
	Have Fun
	Bill of Sale (Form)
Appendix	Useful Addresses	90
	Glossary	92
	About the Author	94