From the Center of the Ring

by Hill, Cherry

• ISBN13: 9780882664941
• ISBN10: 0882664948
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1988-01-10
• Publisher: Storey Books

Summary

The inside secrets of equestrian competition, including Western and English events, protocol, tack and clothing, grooming, and etiquette.

Table of Contents

Section 1

Introduction

Where to Begin Horse Shows Inside and Out

Selecting an Event

Showmanship and Halter Classes

Equitation Classes

English Performance Classes

Western Performance Classes

Other Competitions

Selecting A Horse

Leasing Insurance

Horsekeeping Boarding Selecting a Horse Buying

Through a Professional Steps in Buying a Horse

The Veterinary Examination

Selecting Tack and Attire

Western Saddles English

Saddles Fitting the Saddle to the

Horse Fitting the Saddle to the Rider Bits, Bridles, and Other Tack

Tack Care Attire

Section 2

Safety Rules First Aid Accidents Do Happen

Training The Horse

Working with Your Trainer

The Horse's Lessons

The Circle of Muscles

The Rider

Horse Health and Care

Your Veterinarian Parasite Management

Immunizations Dental Care

Nutrition Hoof Care

STRESS Types of Stress Monitoring Stress Preventing Stress

Grooming

Tools of the Trade Bathing Advanced

Grooming: The Wisp Mane and Tail Clipping

Section 3

Paperwork

Making Entry Checklists

Trailering

Trailer Selection Trailer

Training Precautions On the Road

At the Showgrounds

Arrival Show Personnel

Show Time

Showgrounds Etiquette Getting

Ready Warm-Up Into the Ring Winning and Losing

Section Four: Appendix

Address Lists Fairs

Interstate Health Requirements

College and University Courses

Bibliography

Glossary

Index

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