A step by step guide to ask the right questions, avoid mistakes and buy with confidence.
by Jeanette Gower
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You don’t need decades of experience to buy the right horse. This guide gives you the tools to make informed, confident decisions while avoiding costly mistakes. Buy The Right Horse is the ultimate companion for finding your dream horse, with zero regrets!
BUY NOW.
A Straight-Talking Guide to Smarter Buying
Buying a horse is exciting, but it can also be a minefield. The wrong choice can cost you time, money, and heartache. Whether you’re looking for a safe pleasure mount, a competition partner, or a breeding prospect, this book gives you practical, no-nonsense advice, and the checklists you need to make the right decision.
Inside, you’ll discover:
• Essential preparation tools to avoid impulse purchases and choose the horse that best meets your goals, whether as a competitor, leisure rider, a young horse buyer, or a breeder.
• Step-by-step guidance and checklists for evaluating horses—from uncovering red flags, to assessing conformation and temperament like a pro.
• Expert strategies for navigating buying with confidence, including must-ask questions, legal tips, and negotiation methods.
• Buying at auction, and other methods of purchase, with real-life success stories.
• Post-purchase advice to seamlessly integrate your new horse into your care.
You don’t need decades of experience to buy the right horse. This guide gives you the tools to make informed, confident decisions while avoiding costly mistakes. Buy The Right Horse is the ultimate companion for finding your dream horse, with zero regrets!
BUY NOW.
“Jeanette's ahead-of-its-time book "Horse Colour Explained" was my best investment two decades ago when I began breeding dilute horses (my horses went on to sin scores of state and national titles). I was excited to discover her recent books and this one is an absolute treasure. Well written with an amazing depth of knowledge organised in easy-to-understand chapters. A fabulous book whether you're buying your first horse or your fifth. I've owned hundreds of horses and I still learned things. A great gift idea and a brilliant prize at horse competitions. No horse person's library is complete without Jeanette's books.”
Leanne Owens - Best Selling Author, of multiple horse books.
Jeanette writes passionately about horse and dog topics "always with them in mind."
Jeanette Gower has been breeding Australian Stock Horses for over 50 years in South Australia under the Chalani prefix. Jeanette taught adult Equine Studies for 19 years and has written numerous articles for equine magazines. Based on her years of experience breeding horses, Jeanette challenges the reader to consider the goals, methods, and responsibilities of horse breeding seriously. She supports readers in making the best decisions possible to overcome challenges and succeed in the industry. Her no-nonsense, practical approach gives the art, science, and tools for novices and seasoned horse lovers alike to refer to again and again. Jeanette Gower is also a long-time dog lover from South Australia, with decades of hands-on experience working closely with dogs of all breeds. Her experience with dogs began early. At just eight years old, she was already attending obedience classes with her first Shetland Sheepdog. That early love for training and connection continued through life. She has bred Shetland Sheepdogs and raised a variety of dogs over the years, including Italian Greyhounds, Cattle Dogs, retired Greyhounds, and a lively Dachshund or two. Her background spans a lifetime of animal husbandry, not only with dogs, but also as a respected breeder of horses and published author in the equine world. Jeanette’s insights come from the paddock, the kitchen, and the show world. In 1999, she wrote the widely acclaimed book Horse Colour Explained, which published in over 30 countries, and had a Dutch translation. In 2023, she published her second book, The Thinking Horse Breeder: A Comprehensive Guide to Successful Horse Breeding. This book has received extremely favourable reviews and has sold in multiple countries. It is also available as an Audiobook. In 2024, she wrote The Rannock Legacy, The Story of a Remarkable Horse, the keystone stallion in the Gower's breeding programme. She also writes a popular blog, Reflections on 50+ Years of Horse Breeding, on Substack, and The Thinking Horse Breeder Facebook page. If you need to contact her, you can find her at jeanette.gower@gmail.com
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Horse breeding is more complex than you think. Set yourself up to succeed, whether you want to breed just one foal, or five, or wish to develop a reputable stud. The Thinking Horse Breeder is a step-by-step, treasure trove of practical information for those who want to thrive and succeed doing what they love.
NOW ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN AUDIO BOOK.
Check out this link to download: https://books2read.com/Thinking-Horse-Breeder
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In October 2023, Rannock was inducted into the ASH Society's Hall of Fame for his contribution to the breed as a foundation sire. Time has now come full circle to tell his story. If you like learning about the history of the Australian Stock Horse, this is the book for you.
A practical, comprehensive, science-based guide to quick and easy healthy meals that won't break the budget, and supports your pet's well-being.
by Jeanette Gower
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Way more than just a recipe book!
This is a trusted kitchen companion for dog lovers. It includes over 85 easy, affordable meals and treats that you can prepare with everyday ingredients.
With calm guidance and a no-fuss approach, the author walks you through stovetop meals, slow-cooker stews, gut-friendly snacks and raw options. Nutrition is covered clearly and practically; no pressure, no jargon.
Smart tips, and flexible options make this a standout for beginners, long-time home feeders and breeders alike.