"Points on Buying a Horse" is a comprehensive guide, originally published in 1903, offering invaluable insights into the art of evaluating and purchasing horses. Stephen Van Rensselaer provides detailed methods for detecting unsoundness and faults, while also exposing the tricks and deceptive practices often employed by sellers. This book elaborates on the qualities that make a horse suitable for specific purposes, making it an indispensable resource for both novice and experienced horse enthusiasts. Readers will gain a thorough understanding of equine health, conformation, and temperament, empowering them to make informed decisions when acquiring a horse. Whether you are a competitive rider, a recreational equestrian, or simply an admirer of these magnificent animals, "Points on Buying a Horse" offers timeless advice that remains relevant today. Discover the secrets to selecting the perfect equine partner and ensuring a harmonious relationship built on knowledge and understanding.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.