Publisher's Synopsis
Horses and ponies are large, often unpredictable animals. They are beautiful and, at the same time, a potential hazard. All riders and keepers should know how to act to remain safe around horses.
A professional horse trainer and riding instructor for 45 years, Tanya Buck takes a no-nonsense, simple (and sometimes sarcastic) approach to the every day perils within the world of horses. Learning with humor has proven to be her best asset as a coach and makes the information fun, interesting and hard to forget. Topics include:
- How horses think and why it matters.
- Safety measures to take before you get to the barn; what to wear, how to act.
- Choosing the best trainer, veterinarian and farrier.
- Buying and selling a horse.
- Safely riding in company; on the trail and in the arena.
- Why choosing the correct tack is important.
- Trailer loading and safety hauling tips.
- Health care and more.
