Horse Handling and Grooming by Cherry Hill paperback book

A STEP-BY-STEP PHOTOGRAPHIC GUIDE TO MASTERING OVER 100 HORSEKEEPING SKILLS
by Cherry Hill

paperback; 144 pages 350 photos & drawings;

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     "This is a proper beginner's book, although there is information in it that would be of value to horsemen with miles of experience.
     "Generously illustrated with excellent black-and-white photos, this book offers truly the most painless way to learn about elementary horsemanship - on the ground.
     "Safety is emphasized at all times, and so is the well-being of the horse.
     "From catching to bathing, braiding to hoof picking, this book covers all the basics for keeping your horse clean, safe, and presentable." -  The Quarter Horse Journal

     "Cherry Hill's books, "Horse Handling and Grooming" and "Horse Health Care" are the perfect reference guide for both novice and experienced horse owners.
     "Using step-by-step photos taken by Richard Klimesh and clear concise captions, Hill walks through every subject from bathing and mane training to leading and haltering.
     "Hill's books are widely read in college course across the country. The books kick off Storey Publishing's new "Horsekeeping Skills Library" and are both Rodale Book Club selections. -  Pro Rodeo Sports News

"The entry level owner will be saved from many mistakes by reading this how-to book before heading out to the stable." Driving Digest

CONTENTS

HANDLING:

SAFETY
HALTER SELECTION
HALTER FIT
LEAD ROPE SELECTION
APPROACHING AND CATCHING
HALTERING & UNHALTERING
TURNING LOOSE
LEADING
TURNING
GOING THROUGH A GATE
TYING
TYING A QUICK RELEASE KNOT
POSITIONING WHILE TIED
PUTTING ON A HALTER CHAIN
TEACHING YOUR HORSE TO PUT HIS HEAD DOWN
APPLYING A TWITCH
HOLDING A HORSE FOR THE FARRIER
PICKING UP FEET

GROOMING:

GROOMING EQUIPMENT
GROOMING PROCEDURE
GROOMING THE HEAD
MAKING AND USING A WISP
BATHING
WASHING THE HEAD
SHAMPOOING THE MANE
SHAMPOOING THE TAIL
FINISHING
TO CLIP OR NOT TO CLIP
BATHING BEFORE CLIPPING
CLIPPING A BRIDLE PATH
CLIPPING LEGS
CLIPPING EARS AND JAW
CLIPPER MAINTENANCE
REMOVING CHESTNUTS/ERGOTS
USING A VACUUM
UNTANGLING A MANE
SHORTENING A MANE
TRAINING A MANE: BANDING AND BRAIDING
BANGING A TAIL
BRAIDING A TAIL
PUTTING A TAIL UP FOR THE WINTER
WRAPPING A TAIL
PHOTO TIPS