Professional Care of the Racehorse: A Guide to Grooming, Feeding, and Handling the Equine Athlete (Paperback)

~ T A Landers (Author) "The key to good communication with a racehorse is understanding how horses think and react to their environment..." (more)
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Product Description

Taking care of a racehorse involves many facets - from keeping the horse happy to recognizing any signs of lameness to knowing how to muck a stall. Author T.A. Landers, a former master groom turned trainer, breaks down all aspects of racehorse care in a clear, concise, and comprehensive manner that will leave the reader with more confidence in handling these magnificent animals. Professional Care of the Racehorse provides photographs and detailed explanations of grooming, feeding, restraining, tacking, and handling racehorses. The book also explains the necessary equipment and its proper use and care. All of this thrown in together with a few tips on horse psychology makes it an excellent resource for anyone who works with horses.

About the Author

Landers began his career in 1962 as a groom and exercise rider at Claiborne Farm in Kentucky. He is Director/Instructor for the New York State Vocational Equine Science Program at L. A. Wilson Technological Center.

Product Details

• Paperback: 303 pages
• Publisher: Eclipse Press; Revised edition (April 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581501358
• ISBN-13: 978-1581501353
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #78,517 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A bible of horse info, April 26, 2006

By	D. Donovan, Editor/Sr. Reviewer "California B... (California, USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

Any owning or racing a horse will quickly come to consider PROFESSIONAL CARE OF THE RACEHORSE a 'Bible' of information - or will have to learn the same information the harder way, through the school of hard knocks. From grooming and basic training to understanding injuries and basic care of the feet, here under one cover is everything you need to know to keep your racehorse in top performing condition. Black and white photos and diagrams throughout add illustration wherever needed. A 'must' reference for racehorse owners.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Good, November 9, 2008

By	L. J. Pellitteri - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book would be well worth a trainer buying for his grooms, hotwalkers, ect. Alot of information that needs to be learned before one even touches a horse. This is a great book.