A collection of humorous essays about life as a horsewoman. The title essay is made up of lighthearted reflections on the unique challenges that horsewomen face during pregnancy and early motherhood. Practical tips are also included.

This book is a chronicle of my journey toward discovering what horses have to teach us about leadership and living in a community. We are at a time in our history in which the word "lead" has become the latest four-letter word. These days being a leader is seen as an all consuming, often thankless job. It was the love of a horse that inspired me to rediscover what leadership is really all about. As you read this book, you will be taken on a very personal journey by many gifted horse teachers who invite you to rediscover what the word "lead" means to you.

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Since the massive interest caused by the novel and film called The Horse Whisperer and subsequent publicised work by the likes of Monty Roberts and Linda Tellington-Jones there is great interest by the horse world universally and the general public in communicating with and healing animals. This is a true Black Beauty story and tells the story of Nod, a mentally traumatised horse, unable to behave normally and his life and times. The other essential character in this dramatic story is Peter Neilson, a Scotsman, a trained engineer and former farmer, whose conventional life from a farming background always included horses and dogs. A professional horseman and retired Joint Master of the Duke of Buccleuch's Hunt in the beautiful Scottish Borders. Trainer and Healer of Horses. Join Peter and Nod on a journey of discovery, healing and spectacular transformation. Peter's work has been the subject of much Media Interest across the United Kingdom and beyond and has featured on BBC, Channel 4, Border TV and the printed media.

Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C. On Horsemanship advises the reader on how to buy a good horse, and how to raise it to be either a war horse or show horse. Xenophon ends with some words on military equipment for a cavalryman.

All the information you need to produce colts or fillies every time you want is all right here in this little book. A must have for anyone who owns horses. A tired, tested, and proven program that have produce 100% results for the Author of this book for the past four years, those who contact her for breeding their horse every Year. It's all here for the first time ever!! For your convenience Best Wishes to all in the coming year, Alida Marie. ** May take a year or two to get same results

Yet another well-structured, informational equestrian book from Lynne M. Caulkett, this one relating everything the novice horseperson as well as seasoned riders must know to train their horses successfully. The book covers such topics as horse behavior, common behavior problems, tips from professional trainers, safety, equipment, proper feeding habits, and the author's own training and riding techniques. An easy to read, practical guide for anyone interested in horse training, or simply to improve his or her own horse knowledge or riding skills.

1906. Contents: Arab Horses Outside of Arabia; Arabia and Some of the Bedouins; Early History and Families of Arab Horses; How Some Arab Horses Have Been Obtained; Arab Horses in America; Some Last Words.

1805. Very scarce reprint! An Analysis of Horsemanship; Teaching the Whole Art of Riding, in the Manege, Military, Hunting, Racing, and Traveling System Together with the Method of Breaking Horses, for Every Purpose to which those Noble Animals are Adapted. Volume 2 of 3. Contents: Road Riding; Hunting Seat; Racing System; Riding a Trotting Match; Leaping; Defeating a Restive Horse; Ladies' Riding; Utensils Used in Breaking and Riding; Horse Breaking. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1419182714, 0766186946.

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Horses are close to nature, and humans will never stop trying, successfully or otherwise, to share that closeness. It never hurts to laugh at oneself, particularly when circumstances seem to have planted you straight on the path to chaos and frustration. Laughing with your horses takes the edge off and leads to a better understanding of the realities of the situation.

This sequel to "It's a Horse's Life " takes the reader a step closer to Equestrian Enlightenment as the horses of Gallant Hope Farm put on their best attitudes and share the humor of the horse/human relationship. There is plenty of insight and lots of helpful tips for making life with horses the exciting exchange of knowledge it was meant to be.

Enjoy a closer peek at what makes horses tick and learn how to stay one step ahead of them on the training continuum. The advice is solid, based on current research and years of experience on both sides. The humor comes straight from the horses' mouths.

Horses owners are always saying, I wish I knew what my horse is THINKING . The author translates the horses point of view about breeding, shoeing, death, being wild and many other topics. Amazing information. From racing, to cutting cattle, to raising foals, to working in a lesson barn, THE horses TELL THE READER WHAT THEY think of the jobs we give them and the demands we make upon them. GROUND BREAKING first-hand stories in Horses: From Our Side of the Fence.

1829. Contents: Nomenclature; Exercise of field Artillery; School of the Gunner; School of the Piece; School of the Battery; Evolution of Batteries.

Whether standing in a courtroom or a corral, there are very few horsemen who can tell a story like Steve Edwards. In recent years, his love of wild horses has led him to develop the largest herd of Registered American Indian Horses on the entire east coast. Steve's unique riding program teaches natural horsemanship to children as young as five years old. In person or on a DVD, Steve communicates as well with kids as he does with horses. This poignant book, filled with warmth and humor, shows how natural horsemanship improves the lives of Steve's horses and his students. Hidden among his recounting of the accomplishments of his young riders is a detailed instructional manual on natural horsemanship. This book is tailor made for anyone who cares about horses and children.

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In Relation To Stabling, Grooming, Feeding, Watering And Working. Construction Of Stables, Ventilation, Stable Appendages, Management Of The Feet. Management Of Diseased And Defective Horses. This scarce antiquarian book is included in our special Legacy Reprint Series. In the interest of creating a more extensive selection of rare historical book reprints, we have chosen to reproduce this title even though it may possibly have occasional imperfections such as missing and blurred pages, missing text, poor pictures, markings, dark backgrounds and other reproduction issues beyond our control. Because this work is culturally important, we have made it available as a part of our commitment to protecting, preserving and promoting the world's literature.

Horses have always been part of my of my life. I grew up with horses, they were a part of our family since I can remember and for 12 years was active in rodeos with the Country Spice Drill Team . I still participate in horse shows in dressage and ride with the Santa Fe Hunt Club in Temecula, California. As a Director of a child care center I have often wished that there were more picture books about horses and the pleasure and enjoyment they bring to children. So one day I decided to stop wishing an write one! A Horse Named Duke is a special story about a special horse that my husand, Chuck, rescued from abuse. Duke was a difficult horse at first and had to be handled carefully; he liked to do things his way. But Chuck was patient and gave him lots of freedom to adjust to his surroundings. Eventually, Duke's personality blossomed, and he became the lead horse on the ranch. His antics described in the book actually happened and his story had to be told.

Author Elizabeth Woolsey-Herbert offers a unique and touching story ofher life as an equine veterinarian in semirural Australia. As an Americanliving in a foreign country for fourteen years, she observes thedifferences in Australia compared to her native California. The singlemother of an eleven-year-old daughter, she also combines work andfamily commitments.

With wit and wisdom, Dr. Woolsey-Herbert faces an assortment ofdaily dilemmas:

* Charlie needs to place well in an upcoming race, but he can't put hisfoot to the ground. Will he be able to race in three days in order toqualify for the most important race of his life?
* Herbie has a severe toxicity. He can't see, and he can't walk straight.His owner has big plans for him, but will he survive the night?
* Cooper needs costly, life-saving surgery. His owner, Amanda, can'tafford it. What will become of Cooper?

Dr. Woolsey-Herbert deftly intermingles descriptions of Australian lifeand the people she meets in her daily travels with her touching truestories. With humor and in-depth descriptions, "Horse Doctor" willcaptivate the horse lover in you.