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Horses Training and Behavior

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Centered Riding
Centered Riding
by Sally Swift
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Widely known for her innovative teaching philosophy stressing body awareness, the value of "soft eyes," proper breathing, centering, and balance, Sally Swift has been a pioneering riding instructor for half a century. In book form for the first time, her... (read more)

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True Horsemanship Through Feel
True Horsemanship Through Feel
by Bill Dorrance
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Expert horseman Bill Dorrance chose the name True Horsemanship Through Feel because “feel” is the language of horses. Learning that language can expand any horseman's knowledge and abilities—whether he or she is learning to ride, train,... (read more)

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The Art of Horsemanship
The Art of Horsemanship
by Xenophon
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Among the earliest known works on choosing, caring for, and riding horses, this book is still hailed -- 2,300 years after it was written -- as one of the most complete, thoughtful, and accessible guides of its type. Morris H. Morgan's fluid translation... (read more)

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Life Lessons from a Ranch Horse
Life Lessons from a Ranch Horse
by Mark Rashid
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Internationally renowned horse trainers pays tribute to the horse that became his teacher.... (read more)

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The Nature of Horses
The Nature of Horses
by Stephen Budiansky
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Horses have a shared history with man going back millennia to their domestication around 4000 B.C. Yet only in very recent years have scientists begun to turn the tools of modem science on this remarkable animal that has been so wrapped up in human... (read more)

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The New Basic Training of the Young Horse
The New Basic Training of the Young Horse
by Ingrid Klimke
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A revitalized version of the well-known classic by one of the world's most successful riders, now with additional text and all new color photos.... (read more)

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Imprint Training of Newborn Foal (91 Edition)
Imprint Training of Newborn Foal (91 Edition)
by Robert M. Miller
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America's best know equine veterinarian explains, step-by-step, how to handle a newborn foal in a way that lays the foundation for an ideal lifelong relationship with humans. Some of the topics covered in this book include bonding, habituation... (read more)

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There Are No Problem Horses, Only Problem Riders
There Are No Problem Horses, Only Problem Riders
by Mary Twelveponies
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As Mary Twelveponies writes in her introduction, "It is the hardest pill for all of us would-be horsemen to swallow, but it is absolutely true -- if the horse is not responding properly, we are doing something wrong". This book covers every common... (read more)

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The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse: Manege Patterns
The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse: Manege Patterns
by Charles De Kunffy
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The Athletic Development of the Dressage Horse is the first book devoted entirely to classical manege exercises that are ridden to supple, strengthen and, when necessary, correct. Internationally known instructor, coach and judge Charles de Kunffy... (read more)

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Professional Care of the Racehorse, Revised Edition: A Guide to Grooming, Feeding, and Handling the Equine Athlete
Professional Care of the Racehorse, Revised Edition: A Guide to Grooming, Feeding, and Handling the Equine Athlete
by T. A. Landers
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Taking care of a racehorse involves many facets - from keeping the horse happy to recognizing any signs of lameness to knowing how to muck a stall. Author T.A. Landers, a former master groom turned trainer, breaks down all aspects of racehorse care in a... (read more)

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Lyons on Horses: John Lyons' Proven Conditioned-Response Training Program
Lyons on Horses: John Lyons' Proven Conditioned-Response Training Program
by John Lyons
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Every year, some 10,000 people attend Lyons's    clinics to learn the secrets contained in this    complete training program for horses and trainers of all    skill levels, by one of America's most... (read more)

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Horse Training In-Hand: A Modern Guide to Working from the Ground: Long Lines, Long and Short Reins, Work on the Longe
Horse Training In-Hand: A Modern Guide to Working from the Ground: Long Lines, Long and Short Reins, Work on the Longe
by Ellen Schuthof-lesmeister
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Bringing new life to time-tested techniques, this gorgeously illustrated book shows how "in-hand" methods can be used by the modern equestrian to better a horse's performance in any discipline. Thorough, step-by-step instructions for promoting subtle... (read more)

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Considering the Horse: Tales of Problems Solved and Lessons Learned
Considering the Horse: Tales of Problems Solved and Lessons Learned
by Mark Rashid
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Coming from the horse's point of view, these entertaining stories quiet, compassionate solutions to horse training problems with insights so simple they are startling. Readers will be amazed at the ways horses communicate with humans beings in this... (read more)

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Gallop to Freedom: Training Horses with the Founding Stars of Cavalia
Gallop to Freedom: Training Horses with the Founding Stars of Cavalia
by Frederic Pignon
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In a delightful series of conversations, this copiously illustrated handbook demonstrates how to read horse behavior as well as how to develop a better partnership with horses. Balancing friendship and leadership, this guidebook presents the tools to... (read more)

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Getting the Most from Riding Lessons (Horse Wise Guides)
Getting the Most from Riding Lessons (Horse Wise Guides)
by Mike Smith
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This reassuring introduction to riding helps novice riders maximize the lesson experience with information about safety, horse behavior, basic riding exercises, and preparing for that first show. This companion guide will help readers feel confident and... (read more)

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Riding for the Rest of Us
Riding for the Rest of Us
by Jessica Jahiel
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A Practical Guide for Adult Riders The Howell Equestrian Library is a distinguished collection of books on all aspects of horsemanship and horsemastership. The nearly fifty books in print offer readers in all disciplines and at all levels of competition... (read more)

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Taking Up Riding as an Adult (Horse-Wise Guide)
Taking Up Riding as an Adult (Horse-Wise Guide)
by Diana Delmar
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For adults who dream of horseback riding but believe this is a skill that must be mastered during childhood, this book offers step-by-step advice for achieving that dream. Topics include finding an instructor, assessing horse health, purchasing horse... (read more)

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Horses Never Lie: The Heart of Passive Leadership
Horses Never Lie: The Heart of Passive Leadership
by Mark Rashid
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In his third book, Horses Never Lie, Mark Rashid breaks new ground with the idea that you don't have to be dominant to be a leader to your horse. He challenges the longstanding belief that an owner must be the alpha leader to work effectively with horses.... (read more)

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Naked Liberty
Naked Liberty
by Carolyn Resnick
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NAKED LIBERTY is a captivating memoir of Carolyn Resnick's detailed account of how she gained a magnetic connection with horses. Carolyn reveals her struggle to be accepted into a herd of wild horses, beginning at the bottom of the pecking order, working... (read more)

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Dressage School: A Sourcebook of Movements and Tips Demonstrated by Olympian Isabell Werth
Dressage School: A Sourcebook of Movements and Tips Demonstrated by Olympian Isabell Werth
by Britta Schoffmann
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In this fantastically detailed and uniquely organized reference, 2008 Olympic gold and silver medal-winner Isabell Werth demonstrates the what, the how, and--most importantly--the why of more than 100 dressage movements. She shows readers how each should... (read more)

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