Alison Pocklington, an award-winning groom, shows how to care for horses in the field, stable, in transit and at competitions for optimum health, efficiency and fitness. This book covers grooming, trimming, show turnout, clipping, veterinary and health care including teeth, worming, vaccination, records and shoeing. Different types of saddlery and tack are covered in some detail with advice both about their specific uses and their care. There are chapters on the groom's role at major events that will be of benefit to both the professional groom and to the one horse owner. Based on her experience at the UK's leading riding school, training centre and competition yard, Alison's book is packed with essential information and common-sense advice. The Essential Guide to Professional Horse Care is an indispensable book for anyone who cares for horses and ponies.