This comprehensive guide for horse lovers encompasses every aspect of horse and pony care. There is a visual gazetteer to all the breeds organized by country or origin, from Europe to Asia and the USA, and interesting facts and breed description boxes allow you to quickly spot each horse or pony's vital statistics. Colour photographs show each horse up-close and in situ, either racing or out to grass. There are fact-packed sections on buying, keeping and caring for your horse or pony, exercising and grooming, choosing the right equipment, health care and what to do if your animal falls ill.