You're no idiot, of course, but when it comes to betting on the ponies, every-thing seems to be in the hands of Lady Luck. Not so! The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Betting on Horses takes the mystery out of going to the track. You'll build the skills you need to feel confident about examining the horses, studying their past performance and placing your bets. Inside you'll find:

Examines the history of horse racing, the three racing breeds and their characteristics, the roles of the trainers, jockeys, drivers, and track officials, the different courses and racetracks, and betting, odds, and bookmaking

Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies is packed with information that teaches you the ins and outs of the racetrack. You’ll learn how to improve your odds, avoid common betting mistakes, and just plain have fun at the races. This is a spectator’s easy-to-understand guide, so you’ll have no trouble identifying the racing breeds with their strengths and weaknesses, sizing up the jockey, understanding the importance and role of a trainer, placing bets, managing money, and beyond. Can’t make it to the track? No worries! You’ll get the scoop on online betting with off track betting sites and apps. This update covers the latest changes in the betting world and in the racing world, so you’ll know just what you’re wagering. Learn about the different types of horse racing Discover and identify the best racing breeds Know your jockeys and trainers Make smart wagers and manage your funds For beginning betters, Betting on Horse Racing For Dummies is your ticket to well informed wagers and a winning edge. Already know the ropes? You’ll love the market trends and insider tips you’ll find inside.

Improve your horse sense! This indispensable guide will introduce new and prospective owners to every aspect of buying, riding, grooming, handling, stabling, training and caring for horses. The Complete Idiot’s Guide® Horses gives you everything you need to know about these magnificent animals. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Detailed information on the daily care needed to keep a horse happy and healthy. • Smart advice on how to keep your horse free of infections and parasites. • Helpful hints on evaluating riding instructors and what to look for(and what to watch out for) when choosing a lesson barn. • In-depth descriptions of the various riding styles. • Expert tips on rider safety and fitness and the right gear for the job.

"BEST BOOK" ON HORSE RACE BETTING! -- Revised and Expanded Edition BEST "SMALL INVESTMENT" that you will ever make! AN ABSOLUTE MUST SEE! ==> www.KRISRACING.COM Designed for every type of horse racing fan, Horse Race Betting for Beginners and Beyond is tailor-made for those who enjoy going to the races, making bets, and having FUN in the process! Kris Vemula, a seasoned computer analyst, puts his expertise to use in the exciting world of horse race betting in order to show you how to make money by placing the right bets. IMAGINE: In a year, you probably spend hundreds or thousands of dollars making massive number of bets at different racetracks. Such a small investment is just nickels and dimes in comparison to how much you will learn and benefit! Nobody "DRILLS DOWN DEEP" each type of bet like I do! With so many different angles and intricate details that are provided, you will gain major insight. REVIEW: "...appreciated the way the author would not move on from a topic until he had explained it from several different angles. I had wasted my money on the 'Dummies' book on the same subject and wish I had bought just this one." It is written in layman's terms and is an easy read. Even a person from Mars can understand it easily! You will become a BETTER bettor and you'll go to the track with CONFIDENCE! it's worth EVERY DIME and you'll get your money back in no time (with your winnings)! Book covers the massive number of areas, including: BETTING BASICS (and advanced topics) SAMPLE TICKETS TYPICAL SCENARIOS CHARTS AND TABLES QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GENERAL STRATEGIES SPECIFIC STRATEGIES FOR EACH TYPE OF BET BACKUP STRATEGIES (To reduce any losses) If you are over 18 years old and are looking for a smart way to get in on the action, Vemula explains everything you need to know to get the most return on your betting investment. It is a MUST-HAVE GUIDE for all fans of horse race betting. IS THIS BOOK FOR BEGINNERS ONLY? NO! The last two words of the book title "and Beyond" indicates that the book is for intermediate players too. I can't tell you how many times I have heard both beginners and intermediate players saying: "OH! I DIDN'T KNOW YOU COULD DO THAT!" Even if intermediate players know what bets mean, they may not be using the most effective strategies! They may still pick up few more tips that could benefit them greatly. For chapters that involve each type of bet, beginners can read up to the 'Optional' section. Afterwards, if they are interested in pursuing beyond the basics, they can continue reading rest of the chapter. Otherwise, they can skip to the next chapter. Prior to making your bets, you should know how much your bets cost! No other book teaches you how to calculate costs in an easy way. Knowing how much money your bets cost allows you to manage your money better! At KrisRacing.com: Major races happening across the country are posted each week Analysis on major races Comments, tips and suggestions Upcoming events and lots of horse racing information!

Sports Betting for Beginners is a detailed roadmap through the fascinating world of sports betting, horse racing, and daily fantasy sports. It teaches the basics behind the myriad different betting options that are available, as well as how to bet online, at your local racetrack, at a Nevada race and sportsbook and online. Topics covered are the basic types of sports bets and how they're applied to each of the major and minor sports, the legality of online betting in the United States, the history of sports betting, are sporting events are fixed, and the psychology of sports betting, along with getting the most for your money with proper money management, and much more, including a glossary of the terms unique to the race and sports scene. Sports Betting for Beginners is the essential guide to help those interested in learning how to become active and have the best chance of winning their bets for sports betting, horse racing, and daily fantasy sports.

"This is an instruction manual to finding winners at the races, including worksheets!"--Back cover