The Book of Miniature Horses: A Guide to Selecting, Caring, and Training, 2nd Edition - Softcover

Donna Campbell Smith; Bruce Curtis

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1493017691 ISBN 13: 9781493017690

Publisher: Lyons Press, 2016

Synopsis

THE BOOK OF MINIATURE HORSES

A Guide to Selecting, Caring, and Training
Although pony-like in stature (measuring no more than thirty-eight inches at the shoulder), miniature horses nevertheless resemble small, well-proportioned horses with refined features. As pets or show horses, for driving, as well as therapy and guide animals, miniatures are ideal whether kept in limited space or on larger property.

With stunning photographs by Bruce Curtis, The Book of Miniature Horses is as delightful an introduction to this fascinating breed as the horses themselves.

About The Author

Donna Campbell Smith has a degree in equine technology. She is a certified riding instructor and served many years as a Master NC 4-H Horse Program Volunteer. She is a freelance writer, author of three children s historical novels, and The Book of Draft Horses: The Gentle Giants that Built the World. Bruce Curtis is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in TIME, Life, Sports Illustrated, and National Geographic.

About this title

About the Author

Donna Campbell Smith has a degree in equine technology. She is a certified riding instructor and served many years as a Master NC 4-H Horse Program Volunteer. She is a freelance writer, author of three children s historical novels, and The Book of Draft Horses: The Gentle Giants that Built the World. Bruce Curtis is an award-winning photographer whose work has appeared in TIME, Life, Sports Illustrated, and National Geographic.

From the Back Cover

Although they are ponylike in appearance, Miniature Horses are nevertheless small, well-proportioned horses with refined features. As pets or as show horses, for driving as well as for therapy and guide animals, whether kept in limited spaces or on larger property, Miniatures are a horse lover's delight.The Book of Miniature Horses, the perfect introduction to buying, keeping, enjoying, and breeding these delightful creatures, is full of essential information, including: Historical background, requisite land and space, amount of care needed, where to look, and what to expect to pay when considering buying a Miniature Horse Tips on how to care for your Miniature, including information on feeding, grooming, veterinary considerations, and exercise Noncompetitive ways to enjoy ownership of Minis as pets and companions Behind-the-scenes show preparation and ribbon-winning tips for showmanship in-hand, conformation, jumping, and even trail course classes How Miniatures are used as guide animals for sight-impaired individuals, as well as the benefits of using Miniatures as companion animals or as participants in rehabilitation programs at adult care centers, nursing homes, and group homes The feasibility of breeding Miniatures, selecting a stallion or mare, breeding for color, foaling and first days and months, and registering the foal

Edition details

• Publisher: Lyons Press
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1493017691
• ISBN 13: 9781493017690
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 160