Synopses & Reviews
Kids and horses - an irresistible combination. To strengthen the bond between young girls (the most passionate horse lovers of all!) and their equine companions, Cherry Hill presents the essentials of horse care in a format and tone perfect for the teen and pre-teen horse set. Beginning with how to match the right animal with the right rider and progressing through feeding, grooming, stabling, health care, safety, and much more, here is everything a young equestrian wants and needs to know about horses.
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“…every sentence of this book contains need-to-know information in an accessible format.” The American Quarter Horse Journal
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Recipient of the ASPCA Henry Bergh Childrens Book Award
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“Hills comprehensive handbook…offers a treasure trove of information for young horse owners.” Children's Bookwatch
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“This book is packed with information on all aspects of horse care” Young Rider Magazine
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“A well-designed, very informative guide for young people who are dreaming about owning a horse or serious about caring for one.” News Star, Monroe, LA
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“This attractive text is perfect for the horse-crazy novice in your family.”
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“Cherry Hills Horse Care For Kids is comprehensive, reliable, and thoroughly ‘kid friendly.”
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“Horse Care For Kids has everything you need to know about looking after a horse or pony.”
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“This attractive text is perfect for the horse-crazy novice in your family.” Publishers Weekly
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Covering the essentials of equine care in a language appropriate for teen and preteen horse lovers, this guide provides everything young equestrians need to know to safely and enjoyably keep their horse healthy and happy. Veteran trainer Cherry Hill starts by making sure that the right animal is matched with the right rider, then progresses through feeding, grooming, behavior, safety, and health care. Encouraging their passion, Hill provides a roadmap for young horse enthusiasts to responsibly care for their cherished companion.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 112) and index.
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Here is the perfect book for kids who are eager to learn the essentials of equine care. Cherry Hill, who has spent her life learning about horses, teaches you everything you need to know to become a responsible and successful
Synopsis
Here is the perfect book for kids who are eager to learn the essentials of equine care. Cherry Hill, who has spent her life learning about horses, teaches you everything you need to know to become a responsible and successful
About the Author
Cherry Hill is an internationally renowned instructor and horse trainer and was a judge for several national breed associations for over 25 years. She is an award-winning author of more than 30 horse books and DVDs and more than 1000 articles for various publications. She lives in Colorado with her husband and their horses.
Table of Contents
A Note to Readers viii
A Note to Parents ix
Understanding Horses 1
Finding the Right Horse 8
Horse Safety 28
Feeding and Nutrition 38
Grooming and Bathing 50
Shelter and Pasture 62
Health Care 70
Enjoying Your Horse 90
Appendix 98
Glossary 104
Recommended Reading 112
Index 113