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2009 Annual
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HORSE BUYING
6 | Horses That Shaped America
A look into the past at horses that influenced the history of a nation.
BY SHARON BIGGS
22 | Let's Make a Deal
Ten essential questions every horse shopper should ask.
BY CINDY HALE
28 | Horse Shopping Strategies
Use these guidelines and helpful tips to find your equine partner.
BY TONI MCALLISTER
HORSEKEEPING
38 | Simple to Noble Barns
Horse shelters come in all different shapes, sizes and styles.
BY LOUANN CHAUDIER
46 | Bath and Body Works
Check out these grooming tips to keep your horse looking his best from head to tail.
BY SHARON BIGGS
52 | 10 Steps to Buying a New Horse Trailer
Follow these tips to simplify trailer shopping.
BY TONI MCALLISTER
KIDS & HORSES: A PARENTS' GUIDE
56 | Getting Off to a Good Start
Find out how to get your child involved with horses in a way that is both fun and safe.
BY CYNTHIA MCFARLAND
62 | Close to Perfect
Kids' horses come in all shapes and sizes, but the good
ones have one basic thing in common-they're safe for kids to ride.
BY LISA MUNNIKSMA
HEALTH CARE
68 | A Note from Your Vet
Treat your horse's veterinarian with respect to develop a great working relationship.
BY JANICE POSNIKOFF,DVM
70 | Signs of Health
Learn how to spot health problems in your horse and what you can do to prevent them.
BY TONI MCALLISTER
78 | Dewormers Demystified
Learn the basics behind an effective deworming schedule.
BY TONI MCALLISTER
80 | 10 Rules to Feed By
Find out what your horse needs to eat
to keep him happy and healthy.
BY HOLLY WERNER
90 | Six Types of Equine Insurance
Understand the insurance options to protect yourself and your horse.
BY AUDREY PAVIA
TRAINING
94 | Handle with Care
Essential horse-handling skills you need to stay safe around horses.
BY ELIZABETH MOYER
100 | Bit of Education
Learn about different bit designs and how to choose the right one.
BY TONI MCALLISTER
TRAIL RIDING GUIDE
108 | The View From the Top of the Trail
How I gained my passion for trail riding thanks to a special horse.
BY JENNIFER NICE
110 | Trail Riding Prerequisites
Mastering a few very important trail skills will help you and your horse enjoy getting out and about.
BY JENNIFER NICE
118 | The Great Escape
Taking your horse camping is one big riding adventure that offers more fun for the funds.
BY JENNIFER NICE
124 | Knowing the Trail
Find new trails to explore along with fun trail sports.
BY ALLISON GRIEST
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