The Original Horse Bible: The Definitive Source for All Things Horse Book

Preface

Introduction

Section 1 History, Physiology, and Behavior
Chapter 1 The History of the Horse Chapter 2 Equine Physiology and Behavior

Section 2: Breeds/Types
Chapter 3 Breeds vs. Type Chapter 4 The Breeds

Section 3: Activities with Horses
Chapter 5 English Competition Chapter 6 Western Competition Chapter 7 Rodeo Chapter 8 Other Activities

Section 4: A New Horse
Chapter 9 Choosing the Right Horse Chapter 10 Choosing the Right Equipment

Section 5: Horsekeeping
Chapter 11 Stabling Chapter 12 Feeding Chapter 13 Basic Care

Section 6: Riding
Chapter 14 Riding Basics Chapter 15 English Riding Chapter 16 Western Riding Chapter 17 Safety and Fitness

Section 7: Competition
Chapter 18 Types of Competitions and Shows Chapter 19 Rider Preparation Chapter 20 Horse Preparation Chapter 21 Showmanship and Judging

Section 8: Training
Chapter 22 Philosophy of Training Chapter 23 The Lessons Chapter 24 Problems and Solutions

Section 9: Exploring Natural Horsemanship
Chapter 25 Philosophy of Natural Horsemanship Chapter 26 The Lessons Chapter 27 Problems and Solutions

Section 10: Health
Chapter 28 Signs of Health Chapter 29 Injury and First Aid Chapter 30 Illnesses and Diseases Chapter 31 Lameness Chapter 32 Alternative Care

Section 11: Mare and Foal Care
Chapter 33 Breeding Chapter 33 Pregnancy Chapter 34 Special Housing Chapter 35 Foaling Chapter 36 Foal, Weanling, and Yearling Care

Section 12: Senior Horse
Chapter 37 Special Considerations and Ailments Chapter 38 Retirement and End of Life Chapter 39 Honoring Your Equines Life

Appendices Glossaries Resources Index