References

[fmc123412]

Can anybody indicate me the best books I can read to:

(i) build a thoroughbred stable, from choosing the type of land, location, professionals, weather, buildings to managing the business, buying horses, etc. At this time I prefer books that have more information about the first items: type of land, location, professionals, buildings, weather, etc.

(ii) understand and analyze horse conformation.

Thank you!!

[disappearingdan_akaplaya]

Originally Posted by fmc123412

Can anybody indicate me the best books I can read to:

(i) build a thoroughbred stable, from choosing the type of land, location, professionals, weather, buildings to managing the business, buying horses, etc. At this time I prefer books that have more information about the first items: type of land, location, professionals, buildings, weather, etc.

(ii) understand and analyze horse conformation.

Thank you!!

books? i think hands on experience would be the way to go, years of it

[fmc123412]

I think the same as you!
But I also like to learn theory from books together with hands on experience...Other people experience, specially "masters" of the subject, can make it easier to learn...
I also love reading!

[Cajungator26]

In regards to conformation, there is an expert on this very board. You can consult kentuckyrosesinmay for any info you might need.

[Cajungator26]

Originally Posted by DaHoss9698

This is quite funny.

Hey, it's late. I tried.

[blackthroatedwind]

Isn't " The Body Language of Horses ", or something like that, by Bonnie Ledbetter considered very good?

[paisjpq]

a few years ago Keenland had a series of articles about yearling conformation and faults they were pretty good as they related directly to the thoroughbred and not to any discipline other than racing...I will look through my piles of crap tomorrow and see if I can find them...I'll mail you copies...just PM me.

[Grits]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Isn't " The Body Language of Horses ", or something like that, by Bonnie Ledbetter considered very good?

It is an excellent book, and there are also others . . . Bob Baffert wrote a book on confirmation that many think is good, also Joe Taylor of Taylormade Farm has written such a book and too at Joseph Beth Booksellers in Lexington you will find more books on racehorses, confirmation, pedigree, and all matters regarding Thoroughbred breeding and racing than probably anywhere in the country. There are also many available at the Kentucky Horse Park and the Derby Museum.

As far as the land, farm construction, etc. these things are not in books. You need to travel to Central Kentucky and stay there for a minimum of 6 months to a year to gain knowledge and experience.

All of this, along with spending all the time that you can in the Keeneland Library, where you will find much of this--for free.

[fmc123412]

Originally Posted by Grits

It is an excellent book, and there are also others . . . Bob Baffert wrote a book on confirmation that many think is good, also Joe Taylor of Taylormade Farm has written such a book and too at Joseph Beth Booksellers in Lexington you will find more books on racehorses, confirmation, pedigree, and all matters regarding Thoroughbred breeding and racing than probably anywhere in the country. There are also many available at the Kentucky Horse Park and the Derby Museum.

As far as the land, farm construction, etc. these things are not in books. You need to travel to Central Kentucky and stay there for a minimum of 6 months to a year to gain knowledge and experience.

All of this, along with spending all the time that you can in the Keeneland Library, where you will find much of this--for free.

Thanks for the info!
Unfortunately I'm from Brazil and I wont be able to go to these places, this is why I wanted to read some books. I'll check these ones you've mentioned and see if I can find anything else!
Thanks a lot!

[fmc123412]

What do you think about these books....if, maybe, you know them:

(i) Starting & Running Your Own Horse Business , by Mary Ashby McDonald;

(ii) Equinomics: The Secrets to Making Money with Your Horse Business by Lanier Cordell;

(iii) The Complete Guide for Horse Business Success by Janet E. English;

(iv) Make Money With Horses by Don Blazer.

Thanks!

[Sightseek]

Originally Posted by paisjpq

a few years ago Keenland had a series of articles about yearling conformation and faults they were pretty good as they related directly to the thoroughbred and not to any discipline other than racing...I will look through my piles of crap tomorrow and see if I can find them...I'll mail you copies...just PM me.

That was a very good series. The horse we now know as Harlington was determined the conformational gem of the group.

[fmc123412]

What about these, regarding to conformation, now:

(i) The Horse Conformation Handbook by Heather Smith Thomas;

(ii) Horse Conformation: Structure, Soundness, and Performance by Equine Research.

Thanks again!

[fmc123412]

Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

Isn't " The Body Language of Horses ", or something like that, by Bonnie Ledbetter considered very good?

Thank you! I'll take a look at this book!

[Cajungator26]

Basic info:

http://www.gaitedhorses.net/Conformation/BodyParts.htm

[Indian Charlie]

how about the old classic "lukas at auction"?