Includes color guide to horse breeds.

Includes index.

The essence of horseness -- Understanding your horse -- Before you buy -- Breeds of horses -- Ponying up for a horse -- From bridles to grooming : horse equipment -- Housing for your horse -- Daily routine -- Grooming skills -- Keeping your horse healthy -- The most common health problems -- Options for Old Faithful -- Handking your horse when you're on the ground -- Choosing a riding style -- Preparing to ride -- Handling your horse in the saddle -- Keeping things safe -- Getting competitive -- Just for fun -- Ten horse tales -- debunked! -- Ten great horse vacations.