Young Riders Guide to Horse and Pony Care

LEARNING TO RIDE

How to Learn

Mounting and Dismounting

The Classical Position

The Western Seat

The Saddle Seat

Use of Aids

Jumping

BASIC SCHOOLING

On the Flat

The Paces

Turning and Transitions

Cavaletti Work

Jumping

Where to Learn

BUYING A HORSE

Conformation

Movement

Suitability

Trying the Horse

Where to Buy

Type of Horse

BREEDING HORSES

Principles of Selection

The Mare in Foal

Foaling

CARE OF THE HORSE

At Grass

In the Stable

Feeding

Feeding and Watering

Grooming

Clipping and Trimming

Before and After Exercise

Preparation for Rallies

Shows and Hunting

Transportation

Shoeing

SADDLERY

The Saddle

The Saddle and the Bridle

The Bridle and Bit

Putting on the tack

The Driving Harness

Boots

Bandages

Blankets and Rugs

THE HEALTH OF THE HORSE

The Veterinary Profession

Anatomy of the Horse

Signs of Illness

Skin Disorders

Respiratory Ailments

Non-Respiratory Ailments

Digestive Problems

Lameness

Vices and Weaknesses

First Aid

APPENDIX

Ageing

The Gaits of the Horse

The Horse in Law and Insurance

Colours

Markings

Breeds of the World

INDEX