{"product_id":"horses-for-dummies-isbn-9781119589402","title":"Horses For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpdated for today’s beginning horse enthusiasts!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’re just getting into the world of horses, there’s a lot to learn! \u003ci\u003eHorses For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e gets beginning-level riders and aspiring first-time horse owners up to speed on all things equine! From selecting the right horse for you to feeding, grooming, and handling a horse, this book covers it all!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing updates on breeds, boarding, nutrition, equipment, training, and riding—as well as new information on various equine conditions—this resource shows you how to keep your horse happy and take your riding skills to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures updated safety information \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes more riding disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers tips for better nutrition for your horse\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides grooming and training recommendations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you’re crazy about horses, this hands-on guide is all you need to giddy up and go!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Beginning with Horse Basics 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Welcome to the World of Horses 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Understanding Horses from Head to Hoof 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Perusing Popular Horse Breeds 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Selecting a Horse and the Stuff that Goes with Him 59\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Preparing to Make Your Purchase 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Making the Big Buy 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Getting into Gear with Horse Equipment 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Housing Your Horse Comfortably 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Taking Care of Your Horse 169\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Establishing an Everyday Routine 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Keeping Your Horse Clean and Pretty 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Preventing Equine Health Problems 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Examining and Treating Equine Health Troubles 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Giving Up Your Horse 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Handling Your Horse with Ease 263\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Working with Your Horse from the Ground 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Selecting a Riding Discipline 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Getting Ready Before You Mount 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Taking Control in the Saddle 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Staying Safe on (and around) Your Horse 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Competing on Horseback 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Riding for the Fun of It 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 377\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Horse Myths 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Great Movies about Horses 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAudrey Pavia\u003c\/b\u003e is the former editor of \u003ci\u003eHorse Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e magazine and an award-winning writer of numerous articles on equine subjects. 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