This book explains the whole process of examining a horse prior to buying, with clear drawings and photographs, as well as showing how to present a horse for veterinary examination for sale or in competition, the advantages and disadvantages of buying privately or at auction and discusses the general health of the horse, its conformation and movement. Problems of temperament, vice and suitability are examined as well as conditions of sale, warranties, declarations and legal aspects of buying or selling a horse.

2002-02-07 Very thorough. Vetting of the horse!

The book covers in depth the vetting examination of the horse. Written in plain speaking text. It shows what to look for in the horses for each discipline. Its so thorough its like a veterinary book, & horse anatomy manual with a wealth of information.It's written so as to lead you through the veterinary examination process & horse structure with plenty of diagrams & photos along the way! A must have, so many horse books in one! Definately a book to buy BEFORE setting off to purchase a horse or if you want to work with horses.