First Horse: The Complete Guide for the First-Time Horse Owner

I have been shopping for my first horse and feel like I am far more equipped to the task than before reading the book. Granted, I have a friend who trains horses (and riders), and she's a great resource, but it's my money and time that will be invested and so I need to know as much as possible beforehand. The only downside is that English riding (which is my interest) is barely mentioned, but seeing as how it's published by "Western Horseman," that's only to be expected. I really liked the emphasis on safety and the fact that the younger (or more inexperienced) the rider, the older and more experienced his or her first horse should be. I'll keep this around for years as a helpful reference!

Great book full of very useful info, good for the first time buyer or just as reminders through the years ,or someone like me who's getting back into horses at the age of 63.

Fifteen year old Niece just getting into horses. She loves this book and tells me it's the best one for her needs that she has read. Can't beat a recommendation like that.

This book is full of lots of wonderful information, and things I would've never even thought to look for in a horse, and having grown up on horseback and owning about a dozen horses over the years, that came as a surprise. Bought the book because of about a ten year absence from horses, and am actively seeking my Daughter's first horse. Although quite a bit of the information on finding a horse relies on sources pre-internet, many of the pointers on dealing with horse sellers is timeless. We've all known that horse know-it-all who never seemed emotionally stable, and projected that insecurity on their animals, and that is something to watch out for. Great book, great info on tack, riding styles etc.

covers the basics very well. I would recommend to any new horse owner. Get it, you won't be disappointed or overwhelmed by complexity.

Great book for a first time horse owner... Highly recommend

What a fantastic book for a refreshee ir first time horse owner. Lots od great information. I highly recommend this book.

This is an excellent guide for the young horse owner. Our daughter just got her first horse and this guide will teach her much about caring for her horse.

Good book, but arrived after Christmas.