So you think you know horses? Do you love horses? Whether
you live to ride, love to pet, or like to cheer on your
favorite at the races, you???ll get the inside track on all
things equine in this must-read compendium. From breeding
and behavior to medical tips and trivia, plus historical and
contemporary facts, it???s all here to give you more horse
sense. ???America???s Favorite Vet??? Dr. Marty Becker and
his wife, Teresa, team up with award-winning writer and
horsewoman Audrey Pavia and syndicated columnist Gina
Spadafori to answer everything you???d ever want to know
about horses--and more! How long does it take for a baby
horse to learn how to stand? What???s the difference between
a pony and a horse? Why can???t a horse just wear a cast on
a broken leg? How much horsepower does a horse really have?
How do directors get horses to fall down in movies? Do
horseshoes really bring good luck? Why do horses walk and
poop at the same time? Does a horse know if he has won a
race? Is it true horses can???t throw up? Are horses good
swimmers? Do horses have good memories? While no one will
ever be able to fully explain the mutual love, trust, and
devotion between humans and horses, this book will bring you
one step closer. Giddy up!