Handbooks: Horses

Author: Elwyn Hartley Edwards
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0789489821
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book is designed for all those who love horses. Tracing the evolution of equines, this guide also explains the difference between horses and ponies, looks at how different breeds evolved or were selectively developed, and examines equine anatomy and behavior. Packed with 250 vivid full-color photographs of more than 100 horse-breeds, it uses a systematic approach from Dorling Kindersley and the Smithsonian Institution to train readers of all experience levels to identify and appreciate the wide variety of horses in the world. A visual identity key helps you recognize different horse breeds, and guides you to the correct entry based on what you see and observe. Each entry combines a concise description with annotated photographs to highlight the main characteristics and distinguishing features of the breed, with details on coloring, country or region of origin, breed history, and how the breed has been used in the human world. A concise glossary provides instant interpretation of equine terms. The clear visuals and distinctive facts are accompanied by expert prose from author Elwyn Hartley Edwards, former editor of Riding magazine and former consulting editor to Horse and Hound. The book is a clear, concise, comprehensive, and indispensable identification guide for beginners and established equine enthusiasts alike.

The Horsecare Handbook

Author: Ashley Wood
Publisher: Chartwell
ISBN: 078582555X
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 195

Book Description
A manual of essential information on every aspect of horse care, designed for both first-time and experienced owners and riders.

Horse Industry Handbook

Author: Jenifer Nadeau
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578849584
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
The Horse Industry Handbook is an encyclopedic volume with contributions by over 200 national experts. Topics addressed in this book include Horse Ownership, Selection and Use, Facilities and Waste Management, Equine Health Management, Horse Foot Care, Equine Diseases, Nutrition and Feeding Management, Exercise Physiology, Reproduction, Using Genetics in Breeding, Tack & Equipment, Training, and Horse Business Management. The Horse Industry Handbook is a popular reference for Horse Bowl, Hippology, and knowledge based equine contests at many levels. A useful addition to any horseman's library, this book has over 600 pages of peer-reviewed articles. It provides practical and applicable information on caring for your horse.

The Handbook of Horse Breeds

Author: Maria Costantino
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780760756591
Category : Horse breeds
Languages : en
Pages : 260

Book Description
"An informative and enjoyable guide, The Handbook of Horse Breeds looks at the history and development of modern horse breeds, and horse anatomy, senses and behavior. The bulk of the book looks at the major horse breeds, including ponies, heavy horses and light horses, and detailing size, characteristics, country of origin and colors. Containing over 200 types, this is a comprehensive guide to the most popular and widely-known horse breeds in the world today."--Page 4 cover

Horses

Author: Elwyn Hartley Edwards
Publisher: Dk Pub
ISBN: 9781564581778
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
Descriptive entries for more than one hundred breeds of horses and ponies discuss characteristics and distinguishing features, place of origin, uses, and the history of each breed, and include photographs with a visual identity key

The Horse Conformation Handbook

Author: Heather Smith Thomas
Publisher: Storey Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 418

Book Description
Horses with good conformation move fluidly, experience less wear and tear on joints, and are more apt to stay fit. Explaining how conformation relates to structure and function, Heather Smith Thomas shows you how to identify a horse’s desirable attributes and potential faults. You’ll learn to train your eye to see past an animal’s physical beauty and recognize proper balance, leg angles, and height as you confidently select horses that have superior durability, trainability, and athletic potential.

The Ultimate Horse Book

Author: Elwyn Hartley Edwards
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780864382177
Category : Horse breeds
Languages : en
Pages : 238

Book Description
"Truly remarkable in that it is one of the most complete and well-illustrated breed compendiums to date. It should fit into every equestrian's library". --Horse Illustrated

The Horse Encyclopedia

Author: Elwyn Hartley Edwards
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465456104
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 362

Book Description
From tiny ponies to heavy draught horses and rapid thoroughbreds, explore the history and variety of this noble animal that helped shape human history. A stunning celebration of the equine world, The Horse Encyclopedia is a fully illustrated book about horses and ponies, featuring over 150 breeds and types, including all those recognized by national horse societies. First domesticated around 6000 years ago, horses rapidly became invaluable to humans. They pulled chariots and plows, and became essential to transport and war. In this comprehensive volume, you will discover breeds from all over the world, from imposing Shires whose ancestors carried knights in chainmail into battle, to thoroughbreds bred to run like the wind and Lipizzanas that can execute exquisite dressage moves such as the capriole where they jump with all four feet off the ground. The Horse Encyclopedia gives concise details of each breed, including its origins and anatomy, as well as famous individuals such as Secretariat, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest racehorses of all. This dazzling guide also includes expert advice on horse care, feeding and grooming, and horse health, making this a truly wonderful gift for all horse riders and equine enthusiasts.

Album of Horses

Author: Marguerite Henry
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1481442589
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 208

Book Description
Originally published: Chicago: Rand McNally, c1951.

The Horse Behavior Handbook

Author: Abigail Hogg
Publisher: David & Charles
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 174

Book Description
Using case studies, colour diagrams, tables and checklists, the book describes in graphic detail how and why horses behave as they do. It draws upon the writer's personal experience dealing with problem horses - and the issues faced by their owners and riders - and offers sympathetic, informed and intelligent advice on how to get the best out of horse and rider.