Horses category: 2325 books
by Candida Baker
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2009
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2009
In this beautiful book Candida Baker brings together a collection of heart-warming of true stories from horse owners around the world. These amazing tales are just some of the tiny miracles, magical moments, feats of courage and acts of sacrifice that are part of a horse lover's life.
This...
Equus Lost?
How We Misunderstand the Nature of the Horse-Human Relationship--Plus Brave New Ideas for the Future
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2017
In the 1980s, the world of riding, training, and competing with horses took a major turn with the spread of natural horsemanship, which at its most basic foundation rejects the use of abusive techniques and relies on methods derived from understanding the dynamics of free-roaming horse herds. Since...
by Frederick Tynte Warburton
Language: English
Release Date: January 31, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: January 31, 2013
“The Race Horse” is a classic guide to buying, training, and keeping race horses. This comprehensive handbook contains a wealth of timeless information that will be of considerable utility to professional trainers, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of allied literature....
by Michel-Antoine Leblanc
Language: English
Release Date: November 4, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: November 4, 2013
Horses were first domesticated about 6,000 years ago on the vast Eurasian steppe, yet only in the last two decades have scientists begun to explore the mental capacities of these animals. In The Mind of the Horse, Michel-Antoine Leblanc presents an encyclopedic synthesis of scientific knowledge about...
by KC Dunlap
Language: English
Release Date: December 25, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: December 25, 2013
Our story begins on a world not so different from our own. There are lakes and streams with the bluest of water that rushes from mountains green with forest. There are meadows and canyons. Many animals live on this world, but none more beautiful then the horse. These are quite extraordinary horses....
Tom Roberts "Go forward, dear"
A horseman's life and legacy
Language: English
Release Date: August 4, 2017
Tom Roberts was an Australian horseman ahead of his time. He dedicated his lifetime to find out how horses learn and in turn, was able to share his knowledge about a more sympathetic way to train. This book is in two parts, the first part, written by Nicki Stuart, provides insights into how Tom influenced...
The System
Trailer loading education
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
The System is more than a book of techniques, it is a complete horse training philosophy based on three principles that are over 2000 years old. The purpose of The System is for all owners and their horses to succeed at any level, safely. Renowned professionals Lara Beth Poynton and Nigel Anderson have...
Knack Leg and Hoof Care for Horses
A Complete Illustrated Guide
Language: English
Release Date: November 25, 2008
Keeping horses sound, happy, and pain-free.
Horsemanship Essentials
The Unique and Proven Program for Fear-Free Horse Training
Language: English
Release Date: March 17, 2018
This must be the best value horse book available. All of Steve Brinkworth's horse training secrets in one copy. Previously this material was only available at one of Steve's intensive Horse Starting Courses or via his home study program. There are so many simple, easy and powerful tips on how to train...
A Journey to Softness
In Search of Feel and Connection with the Horse
Language: English
Release Date: April 15, 2016
Internationally acclaimed horse trainer Mark Rashid shares and analyzes the remarkable events, quiet moments, and humbling stumbling blocks that-looking back-he can identify as significant in his personal journey to finding softness” with both horses and people. Softness,” via what many in the...
The Biggle Horse Book
A Concise and Practical Treatise on the Horse, Adapted to the Needs of Farmers and Others Who Have a Kindly Regard for This Noble Servitor of Man
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2013
“People ought to try to make their horses happy,” wrote Jacob Biggle’s wife Harriet in The Biggle Horse Book in 1894. “A happy, cheerful horse will do more work and live longer, and thus be more profitable to its owner, than one whose temper is kept constantly ruffled, whose disposition is...
by A. H. Baker
Language: English
Release Date: September 7, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: September 7, 2016
This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment,...
H is for Horse
An Easy Guide to Veterinary Care for Horses
Language: English
Release Date: May 3, 2017
This is a book for the average horse owner. It describes the major diseases of horses and the vaccines available to protect them. I also covers dental care, breeding with mare and foal care, testing for horses- including stool exams and other tests and disorders affecting horess, a brief discussion on vices, nutrition, senior care and a horse exam.
by Lis Clegg
Language: English
Release Date: March 29, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: March 29, 2017
Grooming does more than make horses and ponies look good — it’s an important part of keeping them healthy, getting to know them and spotting problems. Even if you’re short of time, a few minutes each day makes a huge difference. SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE GROOMING shows you how to get the best out...