Essential Horse Conformation: 51 Checkpoints Before You Buy

by Lisa Wysocky  The conformation, or build of your horse, can predict whether or not he or she can be successful in a particular horse sport, or whether or not he or she will eventually have lameness issues. Essential Horse Conformation walks you through the process of choosing the best horses for your needs, and sets you and the horse up for a high ratio of success. This nose-to-tail conformation assessment includes 44 illustrative photos, and is written so every horse lover can understand how the individual parts of a horse form a whole. A must read for everyone who is thinking of purchasing a horse, or who is re-evaluating existing horses in their herds. The information is succinctly presented with good photos and diagrams throughout, and readers will find the material easy to assimilate. A very helpful book that any horse purchaser, especially those newer to the horse world that are contemplating buying their first horse. Paperback ‏ : ‎ 124 pages Size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches