Judith Draper

This informative guide to horse and pony care is ideal for budding equestrians as well as those who dream of owning their own horse. Packed with top tips, safety hints, and step-by-step instructions, this book ensures that young readers have the knowledge they need to keep a horse well fed and clean, happily stabled and healthy. Learn useful tips for grooming and bathing your pony, and important etiquette when you are out for a ride. Award-winning author Judith Draper clearly explains every aspect of horse care, from feeding and grooming to tack cleaning and first aid. The accessible text is brought to life by vivid photography, providing a handy reference for young horse and pony enthusiasts.

This stunningly photographed guide is the ideal handbook for young horse lovers, whether they are budding riders with their own pony or those who dream of owning a horse. The easy-to-read text written by horse expert Judith Draper, combined with detailed photographs, covers everything about first horse and pony facts, care and riding. From explaining the different types of pony, to the importance of mucking out your horse's stables, My First Horse and Pony Book is the ideal introduction to horse and pony care. Learn the difference between the withers and the flanks of a horse, and the names of different coat colours, from chestnut to dark bay. This book also contains practical advice such as what to wear when you go riding, what to feed your horse, and the best grooming methods to keep your horse healthy and happy. Young horse and pony enthusiasts will love this exciting introduction to the world of riding.

This book is an invaluable guide to many aspects of horsemanship, with a fully illustrated directory of breeds of the world, step-by-step instructions on caring for your horse and pony, and information about specialist equipment for both horse and rider. Over 75 breeds of horse and pony are covered, from the more familiar Thoroughbred horse and Shetland pony to the less well known Nonius and Caspian. It describes how to look after your horse on a day-to-day basis, including exercise routines and grooming techniques, and information about basic health care and first aid. Expert advice on selecting and buying a horse is given, along with essential equipment, including the saddle, bridle and bit, stabling and enclosures, clothing and protective equipment.

This stunningly photographed guide is the ideal handbook for young horse lovers, whether they are budding riders with their own pony or those who dream of owning a horse. The easy-to-read text written by horse expert Judith Draper, combined with detailed photographs, covers everything about first horse and pony facts, care and riding. From explaining the different types of pony, to the importance of mucking out your horse's stables, My First Horse and Pony Book is the ideal introduction to horse and pony care. Learn the difference between the withers and the flanks of a horse, and the names of different coat colours, from chestnut to dark bay. This book also contains practical advice such as what to wear when you go riding, what to feed your horse, and the best grooming methods to keep your horse healthy and happy. Young horse and pony enthusiasts will love this exciting introduction to the world of riding.

This informative guide to horse and pony care is ideal for budding equestrians as well as those who dream of owning their own horse. Packed with top tips, safety hints, and step-by-step instructions, this book ensures that young readers have the knowledge they need to keep a horse well fed and clean, happily stabled and healthy. Learn useful tips for grooming and bathing your pony, and important etiquette when you are out for a ride. Award-winning author Judith Draper clearly explains every aspect of horse care, from feeding and grooming to tack cleaning and first aid. The accessible text is brought to life by vivid photography, providing a handy reference for young horse and pony enthusiasts.

This stunningly photographed guide is the ideal handbook for young horse lovers, whether they are budding riders with their own pony or those who dream of owning a horse. The easy-to-read text written by horse expert Judith Draper, combined with detailed photographs, covers everything about first horse and pony facts, care, and riding. From explaining the different types of pony, to the importance of mucking out your horse's stables, My First Horse and Pony Book is the ideal introduction to horse and pony care. Learn the difference between the withers and the flanks of a horse, and the names of different coat colors, from chestnut to dark bay. This book also contains practical advice such as what to wear when you go riding, what to feed your horse, and the best grooming methods to keep your horse healthy and happy. Young horse and pony enthusiasts will love this exciting introduction to the world of riding.

This informative guide to horse and pony care is ideal for budding equestrians as well as those who dream of owning their own horse. Packed with top tips, safety hints, and step-by-step instructions, this book ensures that young readers have the knowledge they need to keep a horse well fed and clean, happily stabled and healthy. Learn useful tips for grooming and bathing your pony, and important etiquette when you are out for a ride. Award-winning author Judith Draper clearly explains every aspect of horse care, from feeding and grooming to tack cleaning and first aid. The accessible text is brought to life by vivid photography, providing a handy reference for young horse and pony enthusiasts.

This is a complete encyclopedia of horse breeds. It is a practical training course on how to ride, shown in step-by-step photographs. It is a visual directory of riding equipment. It offers expert advice on choosing and looking after your horse, including stable management, grooming and exercise, health and first aid. It offers guidance on how to ride, from trotting, cantering and galloping to dressage, cross-country and competition riding. It includes an illustrated directory of saddlery and riding equipment for riders of all levels. This book is an invaluable guide to every aspect of horsemanship, with a fully illustrated directory of breeds of the world, step-by-step instructions on how to ride, and information about specialist equipment for both horse and rider. Over 60 breeds of horse and pony are covered, from the more familiar Thoroughbred and Shetland pony to the less well known Nonius and Caspian. Riding instructions cover every stage, from tacking up for the first time to mastering the intricacies of dressage. The book also includes a directory of equipment, including the saddle, bridle and bit, training aids, horse clothing and protective equipment, and the rider's clothing, with step by step pictures covering every aspect of caring for your horse or pony.

Informative and inspiring text, combined with exquisite photographs, covers in detail all aspects of first horse and pony facts, care, and riding, providing a solid foundation in the first principles of horse and pony management and an exciting introduction to the world of riding.