A celebration of Clydesdales, Percherons, Belgians and other heavy horse breeds.

Readers will learn about Carlos and his two Belgian draft horses, Dick and Dolly, which are trained to pull the family wagon. Readers will discover the history of draft horses, what breeds are used, what being on the job is like for a draft horse, the training involved, and what happens when draft horses retire. Readers learn how these powerful animals became important in people's daily lives, both on farms and in cities.

A historical view of the huge, strong animals which are mankind's work horses, discussing the five main breeds, and how to use and care for them.