The Horse In Motion 1st Edition Sarah Pilliner Samantha Elmhurst Zoe Davies by Sarah Pilliner; Samantha Elmhurst; Zoe Davies 9780632051373, 063205137X instant download after payment.

This book first looks at horse anatomy and then considers the horse's gaits, using sequences of photographs and detailed anatomical drawings to show the systems of support and movement at each phase. The walk, trot, canter, gallop and jump are all examined, and the effect of the rider on the horse evaluated so that the rider can take appropriate action to avoid hindering the horse. Tips are provided throughout on ways in which the horse's life can be made easier, such as saddle fitting, warming up and cooling down procedures.
Content: Pt. 1. Anatomy and conformation --
The whole horse --
The head and neck --
The forelimb --
The hind limb --
The chest --
The back --
Pt. 2. The horse in action --
Movement and action --
Walking --
Trotting --
Cantering --
Galloping --
Jumping --
Rolling and shaking.
Abstract: Examines a further aspect of the horse's performance. This book is designed to help the horse owners and riders to understand how a horse moves and how its anatomy helps, or hinders, the horse's athletic ability. It uses photographs and anatomical drawings to show the systems of support and movement at each phase of each of the horse's gaits.