Horse Owner's Essential Survival Guide

Anyone who owns or cares for a horse or pony knows how expensive and time-consuming it can be. But your four-legged friend doesn't have to take over your whole life - it's just takes a little planning and budgeting.With Susan McBane's years of experience as a working horse owner, this book offers invaluable advice on all aspects of horse care. It explains how you can cut costs and save time while maintaining a high level of care for your horse.This books discusses the advantages and disadvantages of horse sharing, keeping your horse at livery or managing on your own. Budgeting is also explained with advice on forecasting your expenditure and allowing for unexpected costs which may occur during the year.With so many products on the market claiming to help you and your horse, it is easy to overspend on gadgets you don't need. Susan takes a practical look at some of these products and discusses which ones really are invaluable to a working horse owner.McBane, Susan is the author of 'Horse Owner's Essential Survival Guide', published 2004 under ISBN 9780715316498 and ISBN 0715316494.