From the Center of the Ring

GETTING STARTED CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Where to Begin Horse Shows Inside and Out CHAPTER 2 SELECTING AN EVENT Showmanship and Halter Classes Equitation Classes English Performance Classes Western Performance Classes Other Competitions CHAPTER 3 SELECTING A HORSE Leasing Insurance Horsekeeping Boarding Selecting a Horse Buying Through a Professional Steps in Buying a Horse The Veterinary Examination CHAPTER 4 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 TWO: PREPARATION FOR SHOWING CHAPTER FIVE: SAFETY Safety Rules First Aid Accidents Do Happen CHAPTER 6 TRAINING THE HORSE Working with Your Trainer The Horse's Lessons The Circle of Muscles CHAPTER 7 THE RIDER CHAPTER 8 HORSE HEALTH AND CARE Your Veterinarian Parasite Management Immunizations Dental Care Nutrition Hoof Care CHAPTER 9 STRESS Types of Stress Monitoring Stress Preventing Stress CHAPTER 10 GROOMING Tools of the Trade Bathing Advanced Grooming: The Wisp Mane and Tail Clipping SECTION THREE: YOUR FIRST SHOW CHAPTER 11 PAPERWORK Making Entry Checklists CHAPTER 12 TRAILERING Trailer Selection Trailer Training Precautions On the Road CHAPTER 13 AT THE SHOWGROUNDS Arrival Show Personnel CHAPTER 14 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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