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Top Horse Training Methods Explored
by: Wilson, Anne

Sometimes the equestrian world can be very contradictary and confusing, especially to new horse owners. This side-by-side comparison offers down-to-earth discussion about all of the main training methods, allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions. Many of the chapters have been compiled from face-to-face interviews with the trainers themselves - in fact Monty Roberts, the grandfather of natural horse training methods gives an extremely in-depth and fascinating account of his methods. Includes advice from experts such as: Monty Roberts, Pat Parelli, Sylvia Loch, GaWaNi Pony Boy, Kelly Marks, Richard Maxwell, Linda tellington-Jones, & Sylvia Stanier. B/W photos. 144 pgs.
c. 2004, H/C...$29.99
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New


Trail Training for the Horse & Rider
by: Daly, Judi

Thousands of equestrians have taken to the trail for fun and recreation. Both beginners and advanced riders will find this book extremely useful. Topics include safety, troubleshooting, obstacles such as weather and emergencies, dealing with the young, old and problem horse, conquering the horse's fear of streams, bridges, bicycles and more. 169 pgs.
c. 2004, S/C...$19.95


Trailering Your Horse: A Visual Guide to Safe Training & Traveling
by: Hill, Cherry

Illustrated with hundreds of black & white photos & drawings is everything an ownder needs to know about selecting, maintaining, and operating trailers, and transporting horses. Hill expains it all & gives a thorough reference readers may rely upon for a lifetime. 153 pgs.
c. 2000, S/C...$19.95


Training & Showing the Versatility Ranch Horse
by: Sellers, Laren

The Versatility Ranch Horse (sometimes known as Working Ranch Horse or Stock Horse) competition is the Western horse showing equivalent of the pentathlon, demonstrating a stock horse's athletic ability in five categories: Working Ranch Horse, Ranch Riding, Ranch Trail, Ranch Cutting, and Ranch Conformation. Working Ranch Horse combines reining ability and "cow sense" as the horse is judged first in a reining pattern and then as it handles a cow. Ranch Riding shows the horse's ability to move at the walk, trot and lope. Ranch Trail shows a horse's ability and willingness to perform over a course of logs, gates, and other obstacles that simulate what might be found during the course of a normal day's ranch work. Ranch Cutting judges the horse's ability first to cut a cow from the herd, then work the animal, and finally to pen the cow at the far end of the arena. Ranch Conformation assesses the horse's balance, structural correctness, and breed standard. Overall placings are a warded based on total credits earned in the five classes. Using the expertise of well-known trainers and exhibitors and examples from actual competitive experiences, Laren Sellers shares advice on how to select the Versatility Ranch Horse prospect, develop and enhance the animal's natural abilities, and then show the horse to best advantage in the arena. Sellers provides insight to the experts in the industry, their approach to horses and horse shows. Especially valuable are the many references to rules and judging standards of the American Quarter Horse Association and other organizations that offer Versatility Ranch Horse and similar classes. Along with a good cow horse, this book is the best first step you can have to winning big-time in the Versatility Ranch Horse division. 144 pgs.
c. 2005, H/C...$22.95


Training Aids In Theory & Practice
by: Edwards, Elwyn Hartley

Both accepted and controversial training equipment is examined objectively in terms of its purpose, fitting, action and effect. Schooling and lungeing equipment, together with the various types of side reins are considered, as is the breaking tackle used by the old horse tamers. Breaking, lungeing, chambon, reins, whip & spurs, restraint, vice corrections. 116 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C... $17.95


Training Explained
by: Green Carol

Handling foal, working with 3 & 4 yr olds, conditioning, basic training.
c. 1990, S/C... $11.95


Training From The Ground
by: MacSwiney, Marquis

Covers the teaching of young horses in-hand, preparing them for saddle.
c.1987, H/C... $29.95


Training The Quarterhorse Jumper
by: Levings, H. Patricia

Longe line, jumping, hunters, jumpers, courses, fences, history. This book bypasses schooling of the colt; work is begun with the average, mature, well-broken Quarter Horse. From the introduction to the forward-seat jumping saddle and snaffle hunt bridle, a training and conditioning program is followed that leads through such phases of training as driving in the long lines; longe line training; cross country work and simple suppling exercises. Also includes a word or two on collection and extension, stabilization of the gaits; work with the cavaletti; the introduction of the horse to his first fences and training for competition. Also chapters on fences and courses. 115 pages, B/W photos and illustrations
c. 1968, H/C... $22.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good with dust jacket, shows shelf wear


Training Thoroughbred Horses
by: Burch, Preston

Chapters: Selection of racing material, breaking yearlings, training 2 year olds, 3 year olds & older horses, mud horses, grass horses, steeplechasers, the condition book, stable management, feeding, care of the feet, minor injuries, miscellaneous ailments, racing strategy, owner-trainer relationships. B/W photos. 130 pgs.
c. 1973, H/C...$15.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Near Mint, no dust jacket


Training Your Horse To Show
by: Haley, Neale

Chapters cover: preshow training, your riding style, training your horse at every gait, your jumping position, training your horse to jump, courses, faults & disciplines, getting ready for the show, show terms & what they mean, clothes & tack, getting your horse ready for the show, pleasure horse & hack classes, equitation - hunt seat, hunter under saddle, working hunter, the jumper division, some of the finer moments of showing, & terms horsemen use. B/W photos. 250 pgs.
c. 1976, H/C...$12.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good with dust jacket, ex-library, usual library markings, some wear on dust jacket, inside very good


Training Your Horse With Lunge & Long Reins
by: Coldrey, Christopher & Victoria

A step by step guide to producing a more supple, responsive and contented animal, and a more capable, sensitive rider. 112 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C... $24.95


Treading Lightly with Pack Animals: A Guide to Low-Impact Travel in the Backcountry
by: Aadland, Dan
A richly illustrated how-to guide for taking pack animals into backcountry areas without adversely affecting the environment. Although it covers dogs, llamas, burros, mules & even goats, it's main emphasis is on horses. This book includes chapters on establishing a low-impact camp, introducing children to backcountry travel, where to go and how to get there--plus listings of agencies and organizations. B/W Photos.140 pgs.
c. 1993, S/C...$15.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good


Trick Training: Fundamentals 1: Imagine A Horse with Allen Pogue (DVD)
by: Pogue, Allen

Gives detailed instruction for the Obeisance, Bow & Kneel. It shows systematically how to prepare the horse mentally & physically to accept discipline required for these moves. Imagine A Horse methods are always horse friendly & humane. Running Time 52 min.
c. 2006, 52 min, DVD...$39.00


Trickonometry: The Secrets Of Teaching Your Horse Tricks
by: Fletcher, Carole

Written by one the the country's best known trick horse trainers, an easy-to-use manual that explains all the secrets of successful trick training. There are over 25 crowd-pleasing tricks expolained in step-by-step detail. Teach your horse to: smile, count act drunk, wave a flag, bow, lie down and pray, sit up and perform impressive pedestal poses. 72 pgs.
c. 2002, H/C, Spiral...$23.95


Trouble With Horses
by: Schramm, Ulrik

In this book, the author offers a helping hand to riders and handlers of vice-ridden horses by revealing that many of these problems are relatively easy to prevent or cure once the root cause has been discovered. The author examines each vice; defines it, analyses the probable cause, or causes, and then explains, in an easy-to-read, concise way, the tactics required for the immediate relief of a problem, and a long-term cure. Illustrations and diagrams. 124 pgs.
c. 1988, H/C... $25.95


True Horsemanship Through Feel
by: Dorrance, Bill & Desmond Leslie

A refreshingly straightforward and commonsense approach to better communication with your horse--and therefore, better horsemanship. B/W photos. 384 pgs
c. 2007, S/C... $32.95


Understanding Fitness & Training (Ward Lock Riding School Series)
by: Hamer, David

Without adequate schooling and vigorous activity, no horse can become a champion -- or even live a long and healthy life. If you want the most from your horse, you must fully understand the principles of fitness and training -- from the choice of food, to early instruction, to general conditioning. As you become skilled, take an insider's tips on traveling with your animal, the more elaborate etiquette necessary at events and competitions, and breeding. 96 pgs.
c. 1998, S/C... $10.95


Understanding Nervousness in Horse & Rider
by: Williams, Moyra

Written with the everyday rider in mind, this excellent book examines nervousness in horses and riders, with contributions from various experts. Includes: Causes of, prevention & management of fear.129 pgs.
c. 1990, S/C... $19.95


Understanding Your Horse
by: Bayley, Lesley

How to overcome common behavior problems, Monty Roberts Method. A wealth of sound advice on how to "listen to" and really understand your horse, with a caring approach to techniques for training and overcoming behavioral problems. 160 pgs.
c. 1996, H/C... $27.50


Undisciplined Horse: Causes & Corrections Of Disobedience
by: Schramm, Ulrik

For all horse owners, a no-nonsense guide to horse behavior and how problems can be avoided and overcome. 128 pgs.
c. 1986, H/C... $29.95


USPC Guide to Longeing and Ground Training
by: Harris, Susan

This book explains the principles of handling and training horses safely from the ground, including leading, teaching good ground manners and preparation for longeing. It provides an introduction to longeing, equipment, techniques and longeing for various purposes, including longeing to improve the horse's movement and longeing the rider. 100 pages, illustrations
c. 1997, S/C... $8.95


What Your Horse Wants You to Know: What Horses' "Bad" Behavior Means, and How to Correct It
by: Bucklin, Gincy Self

Focuses on improving your horse's behavior on the ground, so you can develop relationship and communications skills without the more challenging problems that arise once you're on his back. You'll learn: How to use your entire body to communicate with your horse; Show your horse that you respect his needs and feelings; Be patient and consistent with your horse while having fun; Understand your horse's fears and overcome them; Respond appropriately to physiological or nutritional problems; Use praise to make your horse feel confident and successful. 194 pgs.
c. 2003, S/C...$19.99


Why Does My Horse...?
by: McGreevy, Paul

Based on an analysis of how horses naturally behave, this practical and helpful handbook addresses common problems that owners have with their horses and how to overcome them. Horse owners learn to use a horse's natural instincts as a sociable herd animal to curb such behaviors as fidgeting during grooming, pushing their owners up against a wall, and kicking their stable walls. Written in an accessible, easy-to-reference A-Z format, each behavior problem is addressed both in terms of what causes the behavior and what can be done to solve it before it becomes habitual and a danger to the horse and its rider.
c. 1996, H/C... $16.95


Young Horse: Breaking & Training
by: Loriston-Clarke, Jennie

Olympic rider and World Championship bronze medallist Jennie Loriston-Clarke draws from years of experience to offer a wealth of sound, practical advice on every aspect of working with young horses- from early handling through backing, longeing, and long-reining to hacking and early jumping. Throughout, she emphasizes the importance of understanding that horses have individual temperaments and that training methods must be flexible enough to accommodate the various characters encountered. Moreover, she stresses that in order to produce a well-balanced and responsive animal, one must first win the horse's trust and respect. Handsomely illustrated, "The Young Horse" will help make the training process a pleasurable experience for all. 184 pgs.
c.1995, H/C...$29.95


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