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Author
Publisher
Firefly Books
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
208 pages : illustrations, color, black & white ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"Horse Owners' Essential Tips is chock full of the best proven advice on how to make it easier and less expensive to care for a horse and to better enjoy riding. Share among owners and riders for years, these tips and tricks revolve around daily maintenance and common problems. Utilizing items found around the home, or that are inexpensive to purchase, the solutions address bigger and smaller problems alike."--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Language
English
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Description
Tom Moates's life and work were on a horseless path until serendipity brought Niji, a sorrel gelding, into his life. In his candid and plainspoken style, Moates shares the honest highs and lows of starting out in the Better Way with horses. He works hard to follow the wise ways of many well-known clinicians and shares his personal experiences attempting to implement them. Discovering Natural Horsemanship is sometimes humorous, often inspiring, and...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Experienced backyard horsekeeper Joan Fry leads the prospective horse owner through the process of assessing suitable land; choosing a veterinarian and farrier; constructing and furnishing a small barn, paddock, and arena; purchasing a horse; and feeding and care. Of special value to both novice and experienced owners are the sections on feed, which take into account the most up-to-date nutrition research, and training the horse for safe and enjoyable...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Molly has always dreamed of taking horseback riding lessons, but the lessons were too expensive. Until now! A new stable has opened up in town, and Molly convinces her parents to let her sign up for classes. Everything is great-- except that two girls at school keep making fun of Molly. She'll need to figure out a way to keep her confidence both in and out of the saddle.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
360 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
Browse through the catalog of gorgeous photographs and learn about the characteristics and origins of each breed, from Friesians to Thoroughbreds, and some of the most famous horses that left a mark on equine history. A fascinating introduction takes you through the evolution of the horse, horse disciplines like polo and show jumping, the animal's place in history, art, culture, and much more. With expert advice on horse health and care, including...
13) The horsewoman
Author
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: Maggie Atwood and Becky McCabe, mother and daughter, both champion riders, vowed to never, ever, go up against one another. Until the tense, harrowing competitions leading to the Paris Olympics. Mother and daughter share a dream: to be the best horsewoman in the world. Coronado is Maggie's horse. An absolutely top-tier Belgian warmblood. Sky is Becky's horse. A small, speedy Dutch warmblood. Only James Patterson could bring...
Author
Series
Sneaky Pony series volume 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
When eight-year-old Keeker gets a pony, she is faced with the challenge of winning the animal's trust and friendship, and they both come to understand the phrase "You scratch my back and I'll scratch yours."
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
An easy-to-read primer for horse selection, care, and training ideal for readers of all ages, Your Happy Healthy Horse covers every topic a new or potential horse owner will need to become his or her horse's best friend. Author Lesley Ward, an accomplished horse trainer and the editor of Young Rider magazine, has provided an excellent starting point for beginners who are ready to purchase their first horse and take on the responsibility of husbandry...
17) Horse girl
Author
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 7
Physical Desc
235 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Seventh-grader Wills is excited to start training at the prestigious Oakwood Riding Academy, but between the #HorseGirls posse icing her out of their club, learning the reins of horse riding, and dealing with her air force pilot mom being stationed abroad, Wills discovers it is not easy to become a part of #HorseGirlWorld.
Author
Language
English
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Description
Keep your horse happy and healthy throughout the entire year. Veteran trainer Cherry Hill provides a comprehensive month-by-month guide to horse care that includes seasonal stable chores and maintenance procedures that promote equine health. Reminding you to check for ticks in April, buy hay in July, and set up winter bedding in October, each month's reference charts, to-do lists, and climate notes will help you establish routines that follow the...
Author
Publisher
Pony
Pub. Date
2010.
Physical Desc
150 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Evy's got some minor and not-so-minor problems. For one, her young orphaned moose Tumpoo is growing up and causing major trouble, and everyone is super frustrated with Evy's young charge. And for two, Evy and her best friend Kestrel discover that her mom's art dealer is stealing money from them--and worse, he's destroying her mom's confidence in her art. How can Evy prove his crime? With her horses Twilight and Rusty, Kestrel's help, and a good scare...
20) Tomorrow's tears
Author
Publisher
Pony
Pub. Date
2010.
Physical Desc
151 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Cass Truman has never met a challenge too great and a horse too difficult to ride, until she meets Typhoon. Typhoon, the spirited black Thoroughbred, defies all control and brings her to a place where today and tomorrow meet. Vague and terrifying, this world is also inhabited by a boy who's in danger of becoming a victim of a terrible riding accident. Will she be able to save the boy or is it already too late?
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