Two Professional Grooms Share Trade Secrets in New Book

When owning, training, riding, and showing horses, there is a certain “look” to which one aspires. Often it is set by the horses seen on television, at special events, in public performances, and in top competition around the globe. World-class “turnout”—a horse in peak condition, perfectly coiffed and luminous with good health, outfitted with gleaming and well-fit tack appropriate for his sport—literally takes your breath away. And while it can certainly play a significant role in a competitive rider’s success, it is just as appealing to have any horse “groomed to the nines,” whether he’s headed for an afternoon lesson or just out on the trail.

Achieving this superior look is not just about clean tack, shiny brass, spotless stockings, or the perfect braids. The most important steps are found in the day-to-day, nitty-gritty of grooming and caring for the horse. No one knows how to do all of this better than those working as professional grooms in the barns of the world’s top riders and trainers. It is the responsibility of these elite experts to keep their four-legged charges happy, healthy, and primed for peak performance—in body and mind.

In the new book WORLD-CLASS GROOMING FOR HORSES from Trafalgar Square Books (www.HorseandRiderBooks.com), Cat Hill and Emma Ford, two of the best professional grooms in the business, share their trade secrets. Over 1,200 color photographs demonstrate how to clean the horse from nose to tail; wrap, clip, braid, and ship him; prepare him for or present him in various English competitive scenarios; and care for him after work or showing so he is rested and ready to do it all again. This book is everything you need to know from the pros: The ultimate modern-day guide for all riders who want their horses to look and feel their best.

“The foundation needed to create a quality horse care program.”
—Clark Shipley, Professional Groom, John Madden Sales/Beezie Madden 

“This book truly explains how one demonstrates impeccable horsemanship!”
—Lisa Wilcox, Member, US Dressage Team 2002-2004

“Absolutely tops…the only book out there like it…I highly recommend it.”
—Jeff Cook, Hunter/Jumper Trainer

“Unparalleled.”
—Phillip Dutton, 5-Time Olympian with 2 Gold Medals in Eventing

“Look and feel like superstars.”
—Silva Martin, Member US Dressage Team 2014 CDIO Wellington Nations Cup

248 pp – 1247 color photographs – Concealed spiral binding – $39.95 

WORLD-CLASS GROOMING FOR HORSES is available now from the TSB online bookstore (www.HorseandRiderBooks.com) where shipping in the US is FREE.

For more information about WORLD-CLASS GROOMING FOR HORSES or the authors, contact julie@trafalgarbooks.com

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