The very first international encyclopaedia of the dressage world, with answers to thousands of dressage-related questions.

Covering terminology, gaits, movements and host of other related topics, this encyclopedia covers all levels of the dressage world, from club to international competitions.

Part of a great new series of comprehensive and accessible encyclopedias on our favourite animals, this is your definitive guide to the horse. Discover the horse throughout history and culture, its uses, anatomy, appearance and behaviour, and take in a wealth of practical advice on how to choose and buy a horse, care, health, breeding, tack and equipment, riding and training, and competing. Succinct clear entries cover all the main breeds of horse (nearly 200), split into ponies, light horses and heavy horses and organised by country. Helpful statistics and icons provide essential information at a glance.

A comprehensive guide to the huge range of tack and equipment available to the modern horse owner: the saddle, bridle and bit; training aids; clothing and protective equipment.

"First published in two volumes: Cross-train your horse and More cross-training in 1998"--T.p. verso.