Soundness in the horse : a guide for buyer and seller

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. First impressions Heart and eye Visual examination Head and neck Ribs, sternum and forelimb Lower limb Back, abdomen and hind limb Examination at the walk and trot Wind under strenuous exercise Organ systems Examination after rest, and certification Variety of horses examined Special examinations Conditions of sale and warranties Some comments on the law Some buying considerations Vendor's interests Examination at events and endurance contests. 1994, oversize hardcover edition, J.A. Allen, London, UK. 199 pages. Illustrations throughout. This publisher is known for its hard-to-find books for horse men. Here is a well-written title about dealing with soundness from both the buyer's and seller's point of view. 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. Problems of temperament, vice and suitability are also examined.