Publisher's Synopsis
Clipping Horses and Ponies is a complete illustrated manual featuring step-by-step instructions, accompanied by numerous photographs, particularly to guide the first-time clipper. Sharon describes the purposes of clipping and the many types of clip. She looks at the reasons why some horses (and their owners) find clipping stressful, and discuss sympathetic handling techniques to help deal with the difficulties encountered, including safe methods of restraint and the use of complimentary therapies. She also examines the after-care and special requirements of the clipped horse (such as grooming, rugs and feeding), in both summer and winter
