Author: Michael Peace; £13.19
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The 100% Horse
Author: Michael Peace; £13.19
Synopsis
This is often perfectly possible to achieve in familiar surroundings but not when out on the roads or at the showground when a well-behaved horse is a must for safety reasons. Michael Peace has worked with the Metropolitan Police to find better ways to train their legendarily unflappable horses by combining a real understanding of equine behaviour with a practical effective system. These techniques in keeping with his non-confrontational approach can be applied to any horse and easily followed by riders who want long-lasting results but don't want to fight with their horses to get them.
The Coloured Horse and Pony
Author: Linzy Dickinson; £5.99
Synopsis
Coloured
horses and ponies have grown enormously in popularity over recent years and can
now be found performing in all spheres of equestrian activities and sports.
Increasingly they are benefiting from well-considered breeding programmes that
are retaining and improving on quality
type and conformation as primary
considerations. The term 'coloured' encompasses a vast array of particular
colours
markings and types
and this guide reflects the extent of this range
giving an overview of colours and types
as well as a useful introduction to
showing. It will serve as a valuable source of information for those who are new
to coloured horses and ponies as well as providing a reference point for the
more experienced horse owner.
A charity for the rescue rehabilitation and rehoming of horses and ponies in Dorset.
What better way to help us than by adopting one of their horses or ponies?
Have a look though the gallery and chose the pony or horse you would like to sponsor. You will then receive an attractive certificate cuddly toy and twice a year they will send you a photograph and update on how your horse or pony is getting along.
All they ask is for a minimum donation of £20 a year which goes directly towards the health and upkeep of your chosen horse or pony.
Pony Care
Ponies like horses eat grains and hay and grass and especially enjoy a carrot or a sugar cube for a treat when they’ve been very good! Ponies need plenty of fresh water and a clean dry place to sleep at night and protection from the weather. Some ponies prefer standing outside rather than being in a stall or a shed but it’s important that shelter be available for them if they need to get out of the cold wind in the winter or the hot sun in the summer.
HEALTH CARE:
Ponies like all horses need regular health care. They need certain vaccinations every year to protect them against diseases like Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (you can call it "EEE") rabies and respiratory diseases. They also need to be given medicine about every 8 weeks to control internal parasites such as worms. There are even dentists and chiropractors for horses and ponies. Hoof care is very important. A farrier should clip and shape a pony’s hooves every 8 to 12 weeks depending on how much it is ridden and how quickly its hooves grow. Cleaning a pony’s hooves to get rid of mud manure and any stones or sharp objects should be a regular part of daily grooming.