{"product_id":"horseback-riding-for-dummies-isbn-9781119607663","title":"Horseback Riding For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGiddy up! Your guide to horseback riding is here!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThere’s nothing quite like the sound of a horse’s gallop. Add to that the sight of its mane catching wind as its powerhouse body criss-crosses the boundary of strength and graceful agility. They are majestic creatures to behold—and if you’ve caught the equine bug, \u003ci\u003eHorseback Riding For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is all you need to get saddled up and started on your journey to riding into the sunset! \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInside, riders at the beginner level will discover the differences between Western and English riding styles, get the knowledge to select the best stable and instructor, and so much more!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose the riding discipline that best suits your interests\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind a qualified riding instructor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to enter the competitive riding world\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFit and care for the saddle, bridle, and other equipment \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnce you’ve fallen for one of these beautiful animals, it’s hard to hold your horses—and this guide is here to give you the skills and know-how to take that excitement to the ring!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Horseback Riding Basics 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Giddy Up! Welcome to Horseback Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering the Horse’s Mind and Body 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Riding Lessons 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting into Riding Shape 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Yourself Safe around Horses 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting the Right Riding Style and Gear 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding High from the Start 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing on the ground 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMounting and dismounting 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a grip on gaits 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJumping 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting to Advanced Riding 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStepping up your current riding routine 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuying your own horse 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking after your horse 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnjoying Fun and Games on Horseback 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Head to Hoof: The Mind and Mechanics of a Horse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding How Horses Think 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a grip on equine society 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting equine expressions 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting along with horses 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the Equine Body 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe parts of a horse 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe height of a horse 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe buildup: Horse conformation 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStepping out: The gaits of a horse 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColors and markings 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSifting through Breed Differences 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRealizing that breed may matter 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePicking through popular breeds 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: School’s in Session: Taking Riding Lessons\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 35\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Best Stable for Your Needs 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe initial search: Identifying stables in your area 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour major: Finding a school that offers your discipline 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCampus visit: Evaluating stables with a sharp eye 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing an Instructor or Trainer 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding between a riding instructor and a horse trainer 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding what to look for in an instructor or trainer 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen you strike out with stables: Seeking out a different teacher 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the Most from Your Lessons 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding between individual and group lessons 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting up your lesson schedule 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with your instructor or trainer 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Mind and Body: Conditioning Yourself for Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Why You Need to Condition Yourself 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting into Riding Shape 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLightening the load: Shedding those extra pounds 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping endurance with aerobic exercise 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding strength 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCross-training: Practicing yoga and Pilates for flexibility and strength 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStretching yourself: Increasing flexibility just before you mount 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing Your Mind 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing your role as the horse’s leader 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBanishing your fear 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Safety First: Protecting Yourself around Horses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDressing the Part with Safe Clothing 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCovering your head 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlipping into the right shirt 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtecting your legs 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese boots are made for riding: Donning the right footwear 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemoving your jewelry 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping a Close Eye on Horses When You’re on the Ground 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing in close confines with a horse 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving around a tied horse 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying dangerous horse moves 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying Secure on a Horse 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking your tack before you saddle up 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding with others 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHitting the trail by yourself 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Getting Set with the Right Riding Style and Gear 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Off into the Sunset: Western Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 75\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the Nitty-Gritty of Western Riding 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUses 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTack and apparel 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe horses 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe ride 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Out Western Riding Activities 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHitting the trail 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorsing around at shows 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with cattle 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Not Just for the Brits: English Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the Basics of English Riding 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUses 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTack and apparel 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe horses 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrushing Up on the Basic English Styles 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJumping in hunt seat and riding on the flat 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking moves in dressage 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Dressing Up Horses with Saddles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 89\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing Over the Basic Makeup of a Saddle 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Heavy Hitters: Western Saddles 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe pleasure saddle 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe barrel racing saddle 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe roping saddle 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe trail saddle 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the Smaller Side: English Saddles 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe all-purpose saddle 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe close-contact saddle 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe dressage saddle 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Yourself Up with Saddle Pads 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying Matchmaker as You Fit Saddles 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFitting a horse 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFitting yourself 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Getting a Heads-Up on Bridles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 105\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking Down the Basic Parts of a Bridle 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGearing Up with Western Bridles and Bits 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at Western headstalls 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGaining leverage with Western bits 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNosing around hackamores 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining English Bridles and Bits 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering English headstalls 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDirecting attention to English bits 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Equipping Yourself with Other Important Gear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 115\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDressing in High Style 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing clothes for safety and comfort 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing tradition: Western dress 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying conservative: English dress 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReviewing Artificial Aids 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA leg up: Spurs 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTap it out: Whips 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Settling into the Saddle and Easing into Riding 127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Working from the Ground, Saddling, and Bridling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 129\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Horses from the Ground 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlay catch: Approaching horses 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuckle up: Haltering horses 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollow me: Leading horses 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTake care of loose ends: Tying horses 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting on a Saddle Properly 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWestern saddles 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish saddles 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving the Bridling for Last 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Mounting and Dismounting\u003c\/b\u003e 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet Set: Preparing to Mount 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking tack 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a mounting location 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet on Up: The Mechanics of Mounting 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWestern mounting 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish mounting 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWrap It Up: Preparing to Dismount 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet Down: The Mechanics of Dismounting 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWestern dismounting 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish dismounting 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Enjoying the Walk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 161\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBody Language: Helping Your Riding with the Natural Aids 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour hands 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour legs 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour seat 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour voice 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking a Horse to Go for a Walk 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWestern cues 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish requests 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Walk in Western 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying your hand at holding the reins 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in position 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the Western horse 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Walk in Hunt Seat 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith both hands: Holding the reins 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in position 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the hunt seat horse 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Walk in Dressage 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet a grip: Holding the reins 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in position 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the dressage horse 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManeuvering the Horse at the Walk 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePulling out all the stops 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning left and right 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircling the horse 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn reverse: Calling for backup 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying a Couple of Walking Exercises 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing barrels in Western riding 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrazy eights: Turning a figure eight in English riding 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Bumping Up Your Skills with the Jog or Trot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 185\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsking the Horse to Pick Up the Pace 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWestern jog requests 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish trot cues 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Jog in Western 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins in Western 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in position 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the Western horse 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Trot in Hunt Seat 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your legs in hunt seat 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the hunt seat horse 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Trot in Dressage 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in dressage position 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the dressage horse 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManeuvering the Horse at the Jog or Trot 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStopping the horse 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning left and right 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircling the horse 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying Some Exercises 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing a serpentine pattern in Western riding 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircling jump poles in English riding 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Getting on the Fast Track with the Lope or Canter\u003c\/b\u003e 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCueing the Horse to Lope or Canter 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWestern: Telling your horse you want to lope 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnglish: Requesting a canter 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Lope in Western 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body for Western 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in loping position 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the Western horse 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Canter in Hunt Seat 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body for hunt seat 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in cantering position 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the hunt seat horse 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding the Canter in Dressage 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body for dressage 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in position 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the dressage horse 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManeuvering the Horse at the Lope or Canter 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhoa, Nelly! Stopping the horse 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning in an L-pattern 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircling the horse 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying a Couple of Balancing Exercises 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLook, Ma, no hands! Western lunge line work 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-handed English lunge line work 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Making the Leap into Jumping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 225\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelving into Different Types of Jumping 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn the inside: Arena jumping 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOut there: Cross-country jumping 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Out Types of Fences 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eX marks the spot: Crossrails 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet some air: Verticals 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGo the distance: Oxers 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot as scary as they look: Walls 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA test of stamina: Cross-country jumps 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Your Way through the Jumping Process 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing the two-point position 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking the leap 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding over Multiple Jumps 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting on the grid 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying in line 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing on course 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOvercoming Jumping Problems 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRefusing to jump 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRunning out 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRushing 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Riding into Advanced Pastures 241\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Graduating to the Next Level of Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 243\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a New Instructor or Trainer 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwitching Disciplines 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrowing Stronger with Advanced Conditioning 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving Your Balance and Timing 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Taking the Plunge by Buying a Horse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 249\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding Whether to Get a Horse of Your Own 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding ownership realities 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTotaling costs 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring Out What Kind of Horse to Buy 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the ideal equine personality type 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking age into account 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering your riding discipline 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining your interest in competition 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking out breeds 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThinking about gender 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWalking through the Horse-Buying Process 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding help upfront 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking in all the right places 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving a horse undergo a pre-purchase exam 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: Exploring Horse Care\u003c\/b\u003e 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGimme Shelter: Proper Horse Housing 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting on board with commercial boarding facilities 264\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo place like home: Keeping your horse on your own property 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChow Time: Dealing with Your Horse’s Hunger and Thirst 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding your horse 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatering your horse 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHey, Good Lookin’: Grooming Your Horse 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting into gear 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrushing your horse 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe horse wash: Scrubbing down 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Little TLC: Maintaining Your Horse’s Health 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProviding preventive care 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing signs of illness 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking out common ailments 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Having Fun with Other Styles and Activities 283\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: Step Up: Riding Gaited Horses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 285\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining the Four-Beat Gait 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Out Breeds Who Display Fancy Footwork 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding a Gaited Horse 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning your body 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the reins 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting your legs in position 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving with the gaited horse 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: Don’t Fence Me In: Trail Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 291\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for a Trail Ride 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the right horse 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding where to ride 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGathering important gear 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting ready for a ride of any length 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying Safe on the Trail 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing some important guidelines 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling spooks 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHappy Trails: Minding Your Manners 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollowing etiquette when trail riding in a group 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEncountering other riders when you’re out alone 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing the trail with non-riders 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22: Show Off: Riding in Competition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 307\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding How Horse Shows Work 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the judging system 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn eye on the prize: Placings and awards 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurveying Different Types of Shows 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning the ropes at schooling shows 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRaising the bar at rated shows 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWelcoming competition in open shows 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on breed shows 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring specialty shows 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGearing Up for a Horse Show 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing yourself 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing your horse 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplaying Good Manners at Horse Shows 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBehaving yourself 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling your horse appropriately 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23: Even More Riding Styles and Activities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 321\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Road Less Ridden: Trying Other Disciplines 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding on with bareback 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting your kicks in saddle seat 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSidesaddle: A feminine tradition 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorseplay: Surveying Sports, Exhibitions, and Other Equine Activities 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking part in trail events 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying polo, the sport of kings 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVaulting into gymnastics 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrilling on horseback 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRiding in parades 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReenacting history 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraveling with a Horse 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eField trips: Exploring faraway trails 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVacationing with your mount 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving your horse with a trailer 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 341\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 24: Ten Rules of Riding Etiquette\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 343\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTie a Red Ribbon on a Kicker’s Tail 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGo Slowly after You Mount 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicate with Your Fellow Riders 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoid Hollering 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep a Safe Distance from Others 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApproach Courteously from the Rear 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePass Left Shoulder to Left Shoulder 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrepare Your Horse for Trail Riding 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Courteous during Water Breaks on the Trail 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelp Others during Times of Trouble 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 25: Ten Horseback Games to Improve Your Riding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 349\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimon Says 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRide-a-Buck 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreasures on the Trail 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMagazine Race 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRide and Tie 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRed Light, Green Light 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFollow the Leader 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoot Bucket Race 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEgg and Spoon Carry 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAround the World 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Resources for Riders 355\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 359\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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