The ultimate manual for keeping horses happy and healthy—naturally!Current and prospective horse owners will want to read this informative, beautifully illustrated guide—it has everything a horse lover needs to treat their four-legged friends like family! The key to the building a lifelong bond with a horse is understanding how they interact in their wild state, form herds, and bond with each other. From there, owners can more easily develop a strong relationship with their horse or pony. This horse book, written by an equine specialist, covers this crucial step and also contains a broad array of information, including:How to prepare and maintain stablesDietary needs and healthcare for horses of all agesTips on choosing the best saddles, bridles, and other equipmentHow to recognize signs of illness and administer first aidFactoids on first aid and natural remediesAdvice on trainingMore than 350 full-color photosAn accessible guide to for pet owners and equestrians (but featuring enough