Stable Practice: Or, Hints on Training for the Turf, the Chase and the Road; With Observations Addressed to All Who Are Concerned in Racing, Steeple-Chasing, and Fox-Hunting (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Cecil Cecil

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 026786194X ISBN 13: 9780267861941

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the craft of horse training with a classic guide that blends practical methods with careful observation. This edition offers a thorough path from ground work to final preparations, ideal for anyone involved in racing, hunting, or carriage work.

The book presents a concrete framework: how to set up exercise grounds, manage training routines, and discipline stable teams. It covers breaking, breaking-to-race routines, and the long-term care of a horse’s health, legs, and feet. Clear, step-by-step guidance helps readers translate theory into steady, effective practice.

• How to structure and use training grounds for different horses and terrains
• Techniques for breaking, conditioning, and advancing a horse’s pace
• Careful attention to stable routine, discipline, and the welfare of riders and grooms
• Practical advice on equipment, shoeing, bandages, and protecting the legs

Ideal for readers of traditional riding manuals and professionals seeking a grounded, no-nonsense approach to training horses for the turf, chase, or road.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 026786194X
• ISBN 13: 9780267861941
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 259