The concept is somewhat flexible in horses, as open stud books are created for developing horse breeds that are not yet fully truebreeding. Recognized as the most beautiful horse in the world. A comprehensive encyclopedia of horse breeds and practical riding techniques with 1500 photographs fully updated sly, debby, muir, sarah, draper, judith on amazon. They have far more stamina than a lot of horse breeds. Corinne clark, a pocket guide to horses and ponies, parragon inc. Apsleys famous book which has been acclaimed as the most remarkable work on the history of hunting ever. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Learn about different horse breeds, including the thoroughbred, appaloosa, american quarter horse, and more. Top 11 best horse breeds for trail riding horse factbook. Horse breeds by country of origin the contents of that subcategory can also be found within this category, or in diffusing subcategories of it. A comprehensive encyclopedia of horse breeds and practical riding techniques with 1500 photographs fully updated by debby sly, sarah muir, et al. This includes all horse breeds that can also be found in the subcategories. A comprehensive encyclopedia of horse breeds and practical. Fba items qualify for free shipping and amazon prime.
A comprehensive encyclopedia of horse breeds and practical riding techniques with 1500 photographs fully updated. The directory of breeds on howrse if you have any further questions or information about the breeds, feel free to let me know. Yet, despite the stiff and extensive competition, a number of breeds have become consistent favorites among equestrian circles, such as the gypsy vanner and the arabian. Richly illustrated with rare paintings and photos, this is a must read for all breed and driving enthusiasts. List of horse breeds georgia department of agriculture. I have not just one book about horse breeds but several.
There is a visual gazetteer to all the breeds organized by country or origin, from europe to asia and the usa, and interesting facts and breed description boxes allow you to quickly spot each horse. I wouldnt suggest it if youre planning on doing a lot of background history or movement of horses. This meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated book ce. And i actually have one always on my coffee table as my coffee table book. From working and racing to casual riding and equestrian competition, each horse has its special qualities. The official horse breeds standards guide 2009 by fran lynghaug is the definitive authority on this subject, containing descriptions, histories, and official standards of what each horse and pony breed should be, as presented by their registry. Each breed is assigned a page where information such as their origins, their history, their temperament, the appearance, their height, their strengths and weaknesses etc are recorded.
Flight without wings chronicles the essential qualities and capabilities needed for success in every arabian show. The nearly four hundred entries, arranged alphabetically, include foundation breeds now extinct as well as. Many, but not all of these are from project gutenberg, and were written in the mid to late 1800s. Wikimedia commons has media related to horse breeds by country of origin. The horse breeds poster book langrish, bob on amazon. Hendricks, anthony austen dent, international encyclopedia of horse breeds, university of oklahoma press, 1995 2007. But there are five particular breeds and five general horse categories that stand out and capture the hearts of horse lovers everywhere, thanks to their versatile abilities and good demeanors. This is a nondiffusing parent category of category. The fact book of horse breeds by cynthia mcfarland goodreads.
In most cases, bloodlines of horse breeds are recorded with a breed registry. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Buy horse breeds of the world by jane swinney, nicola isbn. There are more than 350 breeds of horses and ponies. Thoroughbreds are the fastest horses in the world, and can reach speeds of 40 miles per hour on the racetrack. The breed later was imported to the american colonies, where it ultimately influenced other breeds such as the standardbred and quarter horse. The ultimate encyclopedia of horse breeds and horse care.
Fulfillment by amazon fba is a service we offer sellers that lets them store their products in amazons fulfillment centers, and we directly pack, ship, and provide customer service for these products. While there is no scientifically accepted definition. An invaluable guide for the horse owner or horse lover, this illustrated directory features color photographs of major breeds for identification. The first half of the book introduces a roundup of horses and ponies from all over the world, offering a visually stunning guide to the main breeds. Judith dutson, storeys illustrated guide to 96 horse breeds of north america, storey publishing, llc, 2005. From the tiny but strong shetland pony to the huge but gentle clydesdale, each horse breed has traits. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Please note that horse factbook is a participant in the amazon services llc associates program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.
Top 3 books about horse breeds animals small and big. A standard reference on horse breeds, illustrated and updated celebrating the animal that has been a stalwart servant to humankind for countless generations, bonnie hendrickss international encyclopedia of horse breeds is the most thorough compilation of horse breeds ever attempted. Ensure when your horse suddenly develops a performance problem or a bad attitude and neither seem to be remedied by new training techniques or medical care, you often face monthseven yearsof frustration and career limitation. The horse breeds poster book instock buy now at mighty ape nz. Featuring 30 full color photographs of proud horses at work, play, and competition, the equine fun. I love just browsing through horse breed books because of the beautiful pictures but also because of the background information these books are giving. An encyclopedia of horses and a comprehensive guide to horse and pony care judith draper on amazon. The horse travel journal a log book the critical need for a standardized horse travel journal was recognized by the founding members of the long riders guild. This category has the following 73 subcategories, out of 73 total. Horse breeds of the world by nicola jane swinney goodreads. Here are 6 best books about horse breeds you should definitely. Registries also are considered the authority as to whether a given breed is listed as a horse. The book accurately portrays more than 118 breeds of horses and ponies with over 400 full color. As a general rule, the color also does not always breed on in some cases due to genetic impossibility, and offspring without the stated color are usually not eligible for recording with the color breed registry.
It is a comprehensive manual of over 75 horse breeds. Written in his final years, this book is the culmination of mr. This detailed portable handbook celebrates the unique qualities of 96 regional breeds, from the sleek muscles of racing thoroughbreds and the stoic power of draft horses. Horse breeds of north america an amazing variety of horse breeds roam north america s vast and geographically diverse landscape. This indispensable book brings together in one volume a comprehensive reference to the worlds main horse breeds and a practical care guide for all horse and pony owners. Great refrence book by hktacoma this is a great quick reference book to the breeds of horses. Featuring 30 fullcolor photographs of proud horses at work, play, and competition, the equine fun. This is a list of horses and ponies in fictional subjects, excluding hybrid fantasy creatures such as centaurs and unicorns. An indepth study of the development of british horse breeds. Youll find some fiction, and many older titles on horse training, horse care, and riding. This book, in a new large format, is an invaluable guide to every aspect of horsemanship, with a fully illustrated directory of breeds of the world, stepbystep instructions on how to ride, and information about specialist equipment for both horse and rider.
The photographs are gorgeous, and the text is informational, including topics such as breed characteristics. Presents histories of 150 world horse and pony breeds. Due to its scope, it should contain only subcategories. Horses and ponies from 50 countries are profiled, including descriptions of their. Sadly, there is no other book quite like international encyclopedia of horse breeds by bonnie hendricks university of oklahoma press.
A breed for every purpose, horses come in all shapes, colors, and sizes. International encyclopedia of horse breeds by bonnie l. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Although hendricks writes that she hoped there would be updated editions, they have never come to pass. The kobo store has free horse books, and many available for purchase as well. There are so many horse breeds that it would take an entire book to cover the subject. Some may have complex or obscure histories, so inclusion here does not necessarily imply that a breed is predominantly or exclusively from those countries. Guide to horse breeds some horse breeds are well known for their beautiful coloring, while others are recognized for their agility or even their temperament. The worlds oldest horse breed, the arabian epitomizes equine versatility, participating in all disciplines of english, western, dressage, driving, and inhand horse show classes. Horse enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels are fascinated by the history, characteristics, and abilities of various breeds. This is a list of horse breeds usually considered to originate or have developed in canada and the united states. These are called color breeds, because unlike true horse breeds, there are few other physical requirements, nor is the stud book limited in any fashion. List of horse breeds 1 list of horse breeds light or saddle horse breeds heavy or draft horse breeds this page is a list of horse and pony breeds, and also includes terms used to describe types of horse that are not breeds but are commonly mistaken for breeds.
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