6030366
9781929164417
Starting with the premise that no horse is perfect, this fact-filled manual to horse buying teaches what vices and problems an owner can and can not live with. Topics include internet shopping, buying for a child, auction sales, and how to evaluate videos, along with helpful insights on evaluating conformation and athletic ability. Readers are walked through the entire process, starting with a determination of what kind of horse to buy, how to find it, when to get help from a pro, and the red-flags that mean walking away from a particular horse or seller. Whether a seasoned horseman or an amateur, horse buying is made exciting and funand a lot less frustratingwith this handy resource from one of America's top trainers.Avila, Bob is the author of 'Be a Smart Horse Buyer', published 2008 under ISBN 9781929164417 and ISBN 1929164416.
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