Equine obesity is a difficult yet highly common issue all over the world, and in the Easy Keeper Teleseminar transcribed here, we look at the causes, prevention and solutions. Research on equine obesity started with studies on human obesity, looking at elements like hormonal responses, etc. Then the research moved to horses and found that the drivers of weight issues for people are, for the most part, the same as for horses. Easy Keeper offers four keys to successful equine weight management that not only work, but bring benefits far beyond reducing a horse's girth.

This comprehensive study book has been put together for you to gain knowledge of the equine industry and to help give you a leg up onto your equine career ladder. The study provides essential information which is useful to have when working with horses and it will also look good from a potential employer's point of view if you already have a good understanding of the basics so they don't have to start training you from scratch. There is also a 'Going Further' section to this book where you can study in more depth, giving you a higher level of knowledge and understanding which can only help to improve your chances of impressing that future employer This study book is aimed towards people who already own a horse and want to know more or people intending to own a horse in the future but would like a better understanding of the animal beforehand. Students who are due to start or are already studying an equine course will also benefit from this wealth of information. This collection of material can be used to prepare you for college to give you a head start or used as a source of information to refer back to alongside the course. With the freedom to study when it suits you and without the need to perform as you will not be assessed, there is no pressure on you so you can relax and enjoy your learning experience. Complete the questions at the back either as you get to them or as you complete each topic to see how much you have remembered. There are questions for the 'Going Further' sections too if you fancy more of a challenge

The Ethics and Passions of Dressage, Expanded Edition calls the reader to a re-dedication to the art of riding and the traditions of classical horsemanship. Charles de Kunffy challenges the reader to ask questions such as "Should competition challenge or reinforce classical horsemanship?" Furthermore, "What characteristics should be cultivated to transform the rider into a complete horse person? What are the individual's responsibilities to the preservation of classical horsemanship and academic equitation?" De Kunffy explains the true meanings of: non-confrontational riding and training, "on the bit," engagement, the development of the correct seat, and the use of hands and reins. He offers valuable advice on seeking instruction in classical dressage training. In the chapter entitled "Succinct Principles," de Kunffy doubles his single sentences kernels of wisdom from the first edition. This monumental contribution to equestrian literature is embellished with even more carefully-selected images of equestrian statues than the original edition. The Ethics and Passions of Dressage, Expanded Edition also includes additional chapters, recommended for the serious equestrian wanting to be simultaneously challenged and inspired. This book is sure to reaffirm the rider's dedication to an ethical approach to classical dressage. "If you want to express the utter joy, the drive, the energy that takes you forward on your journey with horses, it is here in this book." -Sylvia Loch

Vivid accounts of a young girl's life following her family's 1947 move from the Boston suburbs to a small farm near the village of South Londonderry. With humor, nostalgia, and poignancy, these short recollections introduce family, local characters, and cherished pets while telling of adventures, mishaps, and relationships. Reflecting the time's attitudes, customs, and innovations, these tales may rekindle old memories for many.

All too many horse owners and managers have dealt with the heartbreaking dilemma of laminitis, which has, all too often unnecessarily, brought an end to a promising equine career. In these pages, noted equine nutrition expert Dr. Juliet M. Getty guides the reader through the causes and treatments of laminitis, and offers prevention strategies plus practical solutions that can return a stricken horse to useful, healthy life.

Every horse owner or lover at some stage experiences that burning rage, the sheer frustration, confusion and utter distress of simply not understanding their horse: Why it does the things it does, and acts the way it does. Truth is, owning and riding horses is tough: and unlike our cars, horses cannot have their components changed to better suit us. We, as their owners, can only strive to better understand them. Better Understanding Your Horse, is a guide for every horse owner. It is the key to unlocking the mystery around your horse's behaviour and mannerisms. Helping you to better understand, manage and train it.

Do you desire a better relationship with your horse? Does your horse walk all over you? Want to put a great foundation on your young horse? "Groundwork Essentials: Foundation that Lasts a Lifetime" is a wonderful way to build trust with your horse, gain each other's respect, establish you as your horse's leader, create a working partnership, and ultimately develop a lasting relationship with your horse. These exercises work for young horses and older horses alike. Kim Baker walks you through each exercise and how to break it down to teach to your horse. She also tells you why each exercise is important and how it impacts your horse's life for the better. Teach your horse not to pull back when tied and learn to trailer load with ease. Join us as we embark on a journey to a better relationship with our horses.

Elizabeth Brown is a mother of two daughters and lives in South Barre, Vermont. This is her second children's book based on her experiences with horses. She enjoys all animals and spends her spare time crocheting, sewing and creating jewlery. Elizabethis also passionate about music and plays the violin, piano, and guitar.

Variety is not simply the spice of life for a horse; it's the key to his good health. In this transcribed and edited teleseminar, Dr. Getty discusses the many benefits of adding to the horse's forage foundation with nutritious, natural sources of protein, fats, vitamins and minerals. Beets, berries, and bananas, pumpkins, peanuts, and more-Dr. Getty covers the myriad choices of natural foods that can boost the nutrition in the daily diet and add interest to feeding times. Whole foods aren't only for humans any more. Here's how to use them safely to round out the horse's diet for optimal health.

The Happiest Horse Part I The Basic's is a reliable guide written to help equestrians of all skill levels that offers beneficial information for stable owners and managers as well. The book contains a wealth of information on equine products that actually work as well as scientifically backed recommendations for ensuring your horse's health. This book has many tips of the trade written by a lifelong horse owner and entrepreneur that are not commonly written about and offers a plethora of insights on the following topics: How to purchase a horse Cost involved with horse ownership How to find the right boarding facility for your horse Sourcing Hay properly and how to avoid hay scams How to store hay properly Equine fencing options and product recommendations How to properly manage horse pastures Safest times to allow horses to graze in pastures Identifying Poisonous Noxious Weeds in horse pastures Nutritional requirements for the horse Alternative feeds for horses How to grow your own grain fodder for horses Colic and Laminitis symptoms Preventing colic & laminitis in horses How to find a veterinarian Equine Health Care How to find a farrier

What if you discovered that you could eliminate most if not all of your horses' health, hoof, and behavior problems by doing one thing. Seriously. One single thing. Joe & Kathleen Camp have eight horses. Three mustangs straight out of the wild, a rescued American Saddlebred, two Arabians, a paint and a quarter horse. And at their farm there is no colic, no laminitis, no strangles, no insulin resistance, no ulcers, no founder, no navicular issues, no cribbing, pawing, kicking, weaving, pacing, or biting. How did they accomplish all this? By eliminating stress. They banished it. Sent it packing. And you can too. Joe never intended to write a book, never mind several. He and Kathleen were just trying to figure out how to keep and care for a small group of horses that had somehow landed quite unexpectedly in their front yard. They were two complete neophytes who, a few short months before, didn't have a horse or a clue. So they were asking a lot of questions, and getting a lot of answers that didn't seem to make any sense. After stumbling through mistake after mistake, digging through an enormous amount of research, and spending a great deal of time with their little herd they discovered that either they were stark raving nuts or there was something very wrong in this world of horses. That's where The Soul of a Horse began. Thankfully for us it turned out that they weren't nuts. At least not in the clinical sense. And it was too late for them to turn back. "Joe Camp is a natural when it comes to understanding how animals tick and a genius at telling us their story." - Monty Roberts, Author of NYT Best Seller The Man Who Listens to Horses "One cannot help but be touched by Camp's love and sympathy for animals and by his eloquence on the subject." Michael Korda - The Washington Post "Joe Camp is a gifted storyteller and the results are magical." Rick Lamb, Author and TV/Radio Host of The Horse Show "Joe Camp is a master storyteller." The New York Times

"Strike a Long Trot" chronicles the distinguished early career of Linda Tellington-Jones, ranging from the 100-mile Tevis Cup Ride to Hunter Trials at Pebble Beach. As a brilliant educator at her Pacific Coast Equestrian Research Farm and School of Horsemanship, Linda shined. A destiny in Linda's early life was fulfilled when she was sought by a wealthy Hungarian countess to promote her Hungarian horses, once revered as the finest warhorses in Europe. The book tells a charming story about how Linda transformed the stallion Hungarian Brado from a U.S. Equestrian Team reject into a multi-discipline champion. At the Westwind Hungarian Horse Farm, Linda literally hung up her tack and competitive lifestyle and followed her heart to create what is known around the world today as the Tellington TTouch(r) Training Metho

There is no creature more majestic, and more fascinating than a horse. Horses have been used around the world for thousands of years. Even when technology has replaced the horse for the most part, we still judge an engine's power in horsepower. This collection of memorable quotes is meant to inspire and amuse the horse lover in all of us. Start the day off with a smile by reading a horse quote every day of the year or just read the book in one sitting. This book also makes a terrific gift for the horse lover. If you want a stable friendship, get a horse. Unknown

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The Breath of the Horse: Reflections on Nature, Presence and Partnership is a remarkable collection of insightful stories, beautiful poetry and flowing prose that channel the voices of the many horses author Charlotte Angin has connected with, some on a physical level, and others in the spiritual realms. Her writing takes the reader on a magical journey with the horses she writes for and about. Read The Breath of the Horse from beginning to end, enjoying the horse pictures and luxuriating in the writing. Or, close your eyes, imagine your intention, and open to a random page to discover the exact meaning the horse spirits wish for you to hear and reflect upon. The pictures and stories are timeless messages to savor and return to time and again.

Another eBook and Paperback Nugget from The Soul of a Horse Best selling author Joe Camp and his wife Kathleen were lucky enough to stumble onto Monty Roberts Join-Up before their first horse ever arrived, so that's where they began with each and every one of their herd. And it made such an absolute difference for them to establish relationship first and true leadership right from the get-go. Their herd members are now all willing partners who never stop trying. Stacy Westfall says the best thing she ever did for her training is to do no training whatsoever until the relationship is right. Come along with Joe and Kathleen as they learned what to do, how to do it, and why. And why and how it very simply changed everything with their horses. The stories you love and the information you need will always be with you. What Readers and Critics Are Saying About Joe Camp "Joe Camp is a master storyteller." The New York Times "Joe Camp is a gifted storyteller and the results are magical. Joe entertains, educates and empowers, baring his own soul while articulating keystone principles of a modern revolution in horsemanship." Rick Lamb, Author and TV/Radio host "The Horse Show" "This book is fantastic It has given me shivers, made me laugh and cry, and I just can't seem to put it down " Cheryl Pannier, WHO Radio AM 1040 Des Moines "One cannot help but be touched by Camp's love and sympathy for animals and by his eloquence on the subject." Michae Korda The Washington Post "Joe Camp is a natural when it comes to understanding how animals tick and a genius at telling us their story. His books are must-reads for those who love animals of any species." Monty Roberts, Author of New York Times Best-seller The Man Who Listens to Horses "The tightly written, simply designed, and powerfully drawn chapters often read like short stories that flow from the heart. Camp has become something of a master at telling us what can be learned from animals, in this case specifically horses, without making us realize we have been educated, and, that is, perhaps, the mark of a real teacher." Jack L. Kennedy, The Joplin Independent "This book is absolutely fabulous An amazing, amazing book. You're going to love it." Janet Parshall's America "Joe speaks a clear and simple truth that grabs hold of your heart." Yvonne Welz, Editor, The Horses Hoof Magazine "I wish you could hear my excitement for Joe Camp's new book. It is unique, powerful, needed." Dr. Marty Becker, best-selling author of several Chicken Soup for the Soul books and popular veterinary contributor to ABC's Good Morning America "I got my book yesterday and hold Joe Camp responsible for my bloodshot eyes. I couldn't put it down and morning came early Joe transports me into his words. I feel like I am right there sharing his experiences. And his love for not just horses, but all of God's critters pours out from every page." Ruth Swander - Reader "I love this book It is so hard to put it down, but I also don't want to read it too fast. I don't want it to end Every person who loves an animal must have this book. I can't wait for the next one " Nina Black Reid - Reader "I LOVED the book I had it read in 2 days. I had to make myself put it down. Joe and Kathleen have brought so much light to how horses should be treated and cared for. Again, thank you " Anita Large - Reader "LOVE the new book... reading it was such an emotional journey. Joe Camp is a gifted writer." MaryKay Thul Longacre - Reader "I was actually really sad, when I got to the last page, because I was looking forward to picking it up every night." Sabine Reynoso - Reader "The Soul of a Horse Blogged is insightful, enlightening, emotionally charged, hilarious, packed with wonderfully candid photography, and is masterfully woven by a consummate storyteller. Wonderful reading " Harry H. MacDonald - Reader "I simply love the way Joe Camp writes. He stirs my soul." Debbie K - Reader

The author tells of her experiences over a lifetime with horses. With horses as her teachers, she learns to understand and respect them for the intelligent, sentient creatures they are. She shares her reflections and understanding with readers in the hope that they too will enjoy the truly wonderful bond that is possible between horses and humans.