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My Animals and Other Family by Clare Balding is a funny, brave,
tender story of self-discovery 'I had spent most of my childhood
thinking I was a dog, and suspect I had aged in dog years.' Clare
Balding grew up in a rather unusual household. Her father a
champion trainer, she shared her life with more than 100
thoroughbred racehorses, mares, foals and ponies, as well as an
ever-present pack of boxers and lurchers. As a toddler she would
happily ride the legendary Mill Reef and take breakfast with the
Queen. She and her younger brother came very low down the pecking
order. Left to their own devices, they had to learn life's toughest
lessons through the animals, and through their adventures in the
stables and the idyllic Hampshire Downs. From the protective Candy
to the pot-bellied Valkyrie and the frisky Hattie, each horse and
each dog had their own character and their own special part to
play. The running family joke was that "women ain't people". Clare
had to prove them wrong, to make her voice heard - but first she
had to make sure she had something to say. 'Moving, funny and
larger than life' Michael Morpurgo 'Magical, enchanting, riotously
eccentric' Daily Mail 'Funny and unexpectedly wise. Balding has
lots of good stories to tell. It is impossible not to admire her
honesty Mail on Sunday 'The reading equivalent of snuggling by the
fire with a labrador' The Guardian
If you have ever wanted to know how to get a horse into a trailer,
how to deal with a bucking horse, how to walk your horse through
water or how to handle a two-month-old foal, then you need look no
further than ASK MONTY. In this book, Monty Roberts, lifelong horse
trainer and bestselling author of THE MAN WHO LISTENS TO HORSES,
answers hundreds of questions that have been regularly posed to him
by fans and readers over many years. He shares the methods and
techniques that he has spent a lifetime perfecting, which will
enable you to understand, communicate and work more effectively
with your horse. Each chapter is devoted to a key area of horse
training, and Monty's methods are easily and practically explained
with the help of clear diagrams. ASK MONTY is the essential guide
for horse lovers everywhere.
The gear illustrated and described in this book is made of rawhide.
However, leather thongs and plastic string can be worked in the
same manner. The illustrations are clear, and detailed drawings
show from beginning to end how to make the articles of gear the
horseman uses to "work or show" his horse to best advantage.
Bridles, hackamores, hobbles, reins, reatas, quirts, and riding
crops are just a few of the articles that can be made by following
the illustrations and instructions.
Included in the volume is a section titled "How to Make a
Western Saddle, " by Lee M. Rice. He explains each step in making a
western saddle, with text and drawings.
'Whether first time horse owner or seasoned professional, you are
guaranteed to come away with a detailed, systematic, and
comprehensive method for a happier, healthier equine partner'.
Lameness is the most common cause of poor performance in the horse.
This makes management of his soundness over the long term integral
to both his general well being and his ability to participate in
recreational and competitive activities. Unfortunately, most equine
caretakers are unable to perceive abnormal movement in the horse,
extending the period between the onset of a problem and its
eventual treatment, and the longer an issue is allowed to persist,
the greater the chance that it will progress. Many equine
veterinarians also find it difficult to visually decipher lameness,
which leads to lengthy, expensive, and often inaccurate diagnostic
work ups. It is with these two key audiences in mind that Dr. Bob
Grisel has created a book unlike any other. With hundreds of
illustrations, dozens of charts, and links (via scannable QR codes
within the book) to online videos of explanatory case studies,
readers are given a complete course in observing, identifying, and
decoding equine lameness. Dr. Grisel helps you interpret what is
seen, plain and simple (no need for medical knowledge of equine
anatomy and pathology).
"Feel-good, laugh out loud funny, yet also deeply moving..." "The
way Grace has written about her mental health issues and woven it
around the story is inspirational and will strike a chord with many
readers" The comical tales of a new mum on her journey from
post-natal depression to the dawning of her self-worth as she
discovers adventure, friendship and the healing power of horses.
Join Grace as she battles her negative thought patterns and fears
amongst a backdrop of eccentric characters, pampered farm animals
and the glorious Yorkshire countryside. Wisdom comes from
unexpected sources leading Grace to a psychological and spiritual
awakening of the true meaning of motherhood. While an elderly,
opinionated pony teaches her how to love her daughter, a scary
young sports horse teaches her how to relax and enjoy life again.
Just watch out for the goats... For fans of James Herriot and Ruby
Ferguson's Jill books, The Yard is a hilarious and heart-warming,
joy to read.
Concise, easy-to-read book explains why and how horses behave the
way they do. It describes methods by which behavior problems can be
PREVENTED, and methods which can be used to correct existing
problems. Dr. Miller explains how every horse inherits ten
character traits that influence its behavior. These ten traits are
embedded deep within the horse's DNA and shared, without exception,
by every horse that was ever born. Understanding these 10 traits is
essential to optimum communication with the horse, and is the
reason the current revolution in natural horsemanship is so
successful. If you understand how your horse thinks, you can
control its behavior. You can teach your horse to: - ignore the
"spooky" stuff - stand quietly while tied - accept routine
veterinary and farrier work - come when called - overcome "barn
sour" or "herd bound" behavior - load into a trailer calmly and
willingly - respect you as a leader - yield its head, neck, feet
and hindquarters - respond positively whether at a show, on the
trail or in the stable In addition, Dr. Miller, who is the
originator of imprint training of newborn foals, also includes an
in depth discussion of this method in the book. Are you unwittingly
teaching your horse how to misbehave? Find out from the expert on
equine behavior
The focal point of interest in this fascinating and beautiful book
by one of the leading authorities in his field is the art of
driving for pleasure and the relationship between man, the
carriage, and the driving horse. It begins by investigating the
emergence of the elegant carriage in Italy and then describes the
development of the art of driving in 17th and 18th century France.
It follows the development of the perfection of driving for
pleasure in England and Germany during the 19th and 20th centuries,
commencing with the modern sport of competitive driving as we know
it today. Various driving techniques are discussed, as are the
different styles of harness and methods of harnessing up in Europe,
and includes the development of the driving bit and the special
rein systems. Traditional driving as it is known today and the
various questions as to how to turnout correctly -- which carriage
suits, which type of horse, and on what occasion -- are dealt with
in the last chapter of this book which provides solid answers.
We all want our horses to be able to perform to the best of their
ability and we know that an effective training regime has many
facets. The horse must be worked correctly, fed a balanced ration,
mentally and physically healthy and well looked after. This book
examines a further aspect of the horse's performance: it is
designed to help all horse owners and riders to understand how a
horse moves and how its anatomy helps, or hinders, the horse's
athletic ability.
First, the book uses sequences of photographs and detailed
anatomical drawings to show the systems of support and movement at
each phase of each of the horse's gaits. The walk, trot, canter,
gallop and jump are all examined, and the effect of the rider on
the horse evaluated so that the rider can take appropriate action
to avoid hindering the horse. Tips are provided throughout on ways
in which the horse's life can be made easier, such as saddle
fitting, warming up and cooling down procedures.
In no uncertain terms, this book asks what it means to be a
responsible rider, and whether, in today's society, it is indeed
possible for equestrians in any horse sport to put the good of the
horse first and foremost, and above ambition and fame. With
vibrantly clear illustrations of the horse's anatomy and how it is
impacted by various riding techniques, Balancing Act presents proof
that, although some steps have been taken to prevent the use of
forceful and cruel techniques, many sport horses still perform in
pain and discomfort. With fabulous art to help show the anatomy of
the horse and multiple examples of poor riding in pictures so that
the reader can avoid similar pitfalls, Dr. Heuschmann gives all of
us reasons to examine ourselves and those around us through the
lens of the horse's welfare. Readers will also find five chapters
full of researched and proven recommendations for retraining horses
with behavioural or biomechanical issues related to poor training
techniques, including: the tense horse; the rein-lame horse; the
horse with gait deviations; the hyperflexed horse; and the
unbalanced horse that is completely off the aids. In paperback for
the first time with new observations from the author, Balancing Act
is for every conscientious horse person intent on riding and
training with the good of the horse in mind.
What would rodeo look like if we took it as a record, not of human
triumph and resilience, but of human imperfection and
stubbornness?"" asks animal historian Susan Nance. Against the
backdrop of the larger histories of ranching, cattle, horses, and
the environment in the West, this book explores how the evolution
of rodeo has reflected rural western beliefs and assumptions about
the natural world that have led to environmental crises and served
the beef empire. By unearthing behind-the-scenes stories of rodeo
animals as diverse individuals, this book lays bare contradictions
within rodeo and the rural West. For almost 150 years, westerners
have used rodeo to symbolically reenact their struggles with
animals and the land as uniformly progressive and triumphant. Nance
upends that view with accounts of individual animals that reveal
how diligently rodeo people have worked to make livestock into
surrogates for the trials of rural life in the West and the
violence in its history. Western horses and cattle were more than
just props. Rodeo reclaims their lived history through compelling
stories of anonymous roping steers and calves who inspired reform
of the sport, such as the famed but abused bucker Steamboat, and
the many broncs and bulls, famous or not, who unknowingly built an
industry. Rodeo is a dangerous sport that reveals many westerners
as people proudly tolerant of risk and violence, and ready to
impose these values on livestock. In Rodeo: An Animal History,
Nance pushes past standard histories and the sport's publicity to
show how rodeo was shot through with stubbornness and human failing
as much as fortitude and community spirit.
Many if not most women have been locked in a battle with their
bodies for as long as they can remember. And when it comes to
riding horses, they drag their arsenal of self-doubt with them
every time they step into the saddle. Some quit riding completely.
Others ride, but are frustrated by their lack of progress as riders
or what they see as poor performance. They succumb to silent
self-torment as they wonder how they look, what others think, and
whether they have any business on the back of a horse if their
jeans feel a little too tight.
Regardless of seat size, riding discipline, or the degree -- or
even truth -- of the body issues with which they struggle, the
scars on female self-image in our society run deep and wide. So
with the humor and big-sisterly swagger that readers and reviewers
have come to love, Melinda Folse, author of bestseller "The Smart
Woman's Guide to Midlife Horses," has decided to step in with a
delightful, insightful, fulfilling new book. "Riding Through Thick
and Thin" delves to the bottom of the issues that have long held
women hostage, bringing together experts, research, resources, and
stories to encourage, inspire, and empower. Readers will find some
answers that may surprise them: Believe it or not, this is not
about losing weight or getting fit (although if that's a point of
interest, there's a section packed with helpful tools and ideas).
This book is more about what's going on in every woman's mind --
and it taps new findings in neuroscience to reveal that permanent
change to deeply ingrained body image issues is not only possible,
but it may be much easier than we think.
Possessing the right mind-set and relevant mental skills has long
been considered vital in achieving top performances in all sports.
And yet, to many riders mental fitness still remains something of
an afterthought. In Perfect Mind: Perfect Ride, the author
demonstrates how to develop and achieve the right kind of attitude,
motivation and mental skills to make the most of the rider's
abilities whether it be riding as a recreation or as a competitive
sport. Horses are highly sensitive flight animals - they'll react
first and ask questions, well, never...! In essence, this means
that every time riders get on their horse, they need to be fully
committed, aware and in control of their body, their thoughts and
their emotions, in order to communicate with their horse in
precisely the right kind of manner. The combination of research in
the field of sport and performance psychology and real-life
examples contained in this book will help readers identify with and
understand different topics. Current scientific theories
surrounding sport and performance psychology are translated into
practice, allowing readers to fully understand why they think, feel
and act the way they do - and what they need to do to change it.
Hands-on advice on how to develop relevant attitudes and mental
skills will make Perfect Mind: Perfect Ride an essential companion
for the rider wanting to get more out of the sport. Foreword by
Mary King MBE
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