Young Rider - September/October 2008 Volume 15 _ Issue 5

FEATURES
6 English Lessons
Learn how to get your horse on the bit.

14 Western Lessons
Tips to help you win blue ribbons at western shows.

24 Theodore O'Connor
We salute "Theodorable," the amazing little eventing pony who captured all of our hearts.

28 Feeding Facts
Essential information about feeding your horse or pony.

34 Lee Lee Lends a Hand
Lee Lee helped groom Connaught, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event winner!

40 Blanketing 101
Everything you need to know about putting on a blanket.

48 Clothing Corral
We've got some cute horsey T-shirts for you to check out.

56 Marching To a Different Beat
We take a closer look at four popular gaited breeds.

IN EVERY ISSUE
4 Letters to Allie
Send us a letter and you could win a fun prize!

22 Horsey Happenings
Find out what's going on in the horse world.

39 Reader of the Issue
Send in your snap.You could win cool gear.

50 Horse and Pony Problems
Can our vet help you with a horse health problem?

54 Check It Out
Fun new horsey products

55 Book Bag
Horsey books you'll love to read.

60 Short Story
Carly's brother is back from the war, but he's not interested in helping her with their horses.

62 Classified Ads
Camps, model horses and more.

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