Book of Miniature Horses


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As pets or show horses, for driving, therapy, or guide animals, Minis are ideal whether you have limited space or a larger property. The Book of Miniature Horses is full of information on finding and selecting Minis; their care, exercise, training, showing, and breeding; their use as therapy animals; and more.




Miniature Horses


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Mini Horse, Mighty Hope


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Illness and trauma touch us all. Into the uncertainty and pain trots a herd of tiny horses, bringing a smile, a laugh, a chance to heal. Mini Horse, Mighty Hope introduces you to Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horses, one of the largest equine therapy programs in the world. You'll experience moments of comfort, hope, healing, and even miracles as you follow these spirited mini horses on visits to children's and veterans' hospitals, victims of natural disasters, survivors of and first responders to mass shootings, and more. Along the way, you'll also get to know the founder of Gentle Carousel as she shares how the love of these marvelous little creatures has helped her navigate her own struggles and challenges. Perfect for animal lovers, people who enjoy true stories of healing, and anyone who has undergone trials and longs for hope.




The Big Book of Miniature Horses


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Pet, show-ring competitor, pasture companion, driving partner, patient therapy horse--the Miniature Horse does it all. But whether you dream of winning ribbons or just hanging out, it is vital to have a solid understanding of safe handling and proper stabling; grooming needs and feeding requirements; general care and management essentials; special health and wellness concerns; and basic training how-tos. In these pages experienced Miniature Horse breeder Kendra Gale of Circle J Miniature Horses provides the most complete Miniature Horse resource available. You not only learn the ins and outs of making a Miniature Horse a part of your life, you gain invaluable professional insight when it comes to buying and breeding, registering and showing, training and handling, and so much more.




The Miniature Horse in Review-One


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Page after page is filled with excellent up-to-date information on such things as the importance of the pre-purchase examination, reproduction guidelines for both mares and stallions, mortality and liability insurance, syndication of stallions, advertising and marketing the Miniature Horse, basics of driving, and the purchase and care of tack & equipment, and more! The articles are lavished with over 60 excellent photographs and detailed illustrations. A substantial appendix gives additional information on registries, the "standards of perfection," additional reading sources, and a comprehensive glossary.




Mini School


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Discussing the highly trainable and versatile miniature horse, this training guide advocates for a new vision of their value and skills. Providing all the steps necessary to train minis to be amazing performance animals, this study shows that these animals should no longer simply be dismissed due to their size or delegated to roles such as lawnmower and stable mate. Using classical training methods, this manual explores a wide range of topics--from feeding practices and carriage driving to harness training and dressage movements such as levade.




The Miniature Horse in Review-Two


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Volume Two in this educational series is in an easy-to-read format. Over 140 pages are packed with interesting informative articles on a wide range of Mini-related subjects. Each article is illustrated with photographs and graphics. Subjects cover preparing to set up a Miniature Horse farm or business, respiratory disease in the Miniature Horse, the art of proper clipping, complimentary equine veterinary applications, training your own Mini for Obstacle Classes, what to wear in the show ring, harness care, farrier advice, insurance issues, planning a breeding program, and many more! Includes glossary/full appendix.




Outstanding Miniature Horse Stallions


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Outstanding Miniature Horse Stallions: Past & Present - Volume 1The first-ever stallion sourcebook for breeders and buyers! Over 300 stallions and 50 years of proven bloodlines make up this definitive work by Miniature Horse breeder/owner, Pat Elder.Inside this 308-page volume:* Foundation Sires* Important Mares* Famous Bloodline Nicks* National and Reserve Champions* Proven Sires of National Champions and Top Ten Horses* Three Generation Pedigrees on each featured stallion* Show Records for each featured stallion* Stallion Progeny plus Show Records* Fully detailed articles on famous stallions:Boones Little BuckerooMartins Buster Bond, Bond Boozer, Bond DynamoFlying W Farms Little Blue BoyHemlock Brooks Egyptian KingGold Melody BoyOrion Light Van't HuttenestRowdy* Glossary* Full IndexOutstanding Miniature Horse Stallions: Past & Present promises to find a place among the myriad information resources so long available to other breeds like the Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred.




The Best Book of Ponies


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Introduces pony-keeping, explaining breeding, grooming, riding clothes and equipment, and riding lessons.




My Friend the Miniature Horse


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Introduces the miniature horse as a pet and provides information on caring for and feeding a miniature horse.