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Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Domestic animals & pets > Horses & ponies

How to Become a Champion - A True Tale of How Christy Reaches the Top (Hardcover): Elizabeth A Conard How to Become a Champion - A True Tale of How Christy Reaches the Top (Hardcover)
Elizabeth A Conard
R801 Discovery Miles 8 010 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Killing Phar Lap - An Untold Part of the Story (Hardcover): Biff Lowry Killing Phar Lap - An Untold Part of the Story (Hardcover)
Biff Lowry
R645 Discovery Miles 6 450 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Innumerable books, articles and a full length motion picture have been written and produced about the almost unbelievable career of the magnificent race horse Phar Lap and his mysterious death. Many experts have proclaimed him to be the greatest ever. This book corrects much of the misinformation surrounding his death and opens the door to further theorizing on how and why be died.

Lipizzaner Horse the (Paperback): Una Harley Lipizzaner Horse the (Paperback)
Una Harley
R180 Discovery Miles 1 800 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Since 1580, Lipizzaners have been bred by the Hapsburgs, the Royal family of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to be used in the Royal carriages and as riding horses in the Royal Courts, including The Imperial Riding School in the Hofburg in Vienna. The pure Lipizzaner is a rare breed, due partly, at least, to its turbulent history. There are approximately 3,500 in total in the World today, of which the majority are in the State Studs of the countries that originally formed the Austro-Hungarian Empire. These baroque horses are especially famous for their exceptional schneeweiss colour - snow white or silver white - and for their amazing ability to perform all the athletic movements of the 'Airs above the Ground' and the classical dressage to music unique to the Spanish Riding School of Vienna. Packed with information about the breed's history and stunning photos, this new guide is a fitting homage to the world-famous Lipizzaner.

Talk to Me - Round Pen Work from the Horse's Point of View (Hardcover): Tammy Marsh Talk to Me - Round Pen Work from the Horse's Point of View (Hardcover)
Tammy Marsh; As told to Shari Koval
R623 Discovery Miles 6 230 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Equine Training with Compassion and Respect - Keeping your Horse Sound (Hardcover): Mary L Frances Equine Training with Compassion and Respect - Keeping your Horse Sound (Hardcover)
Mary L Frances
R1,324 Discovery Miles 13 240 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Junior and Elena (Hardcover): Victoria M. Howard Junior and Elena (Hardcover)
Victoria M. Howard
R691 Discovery Miles 6 910 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Understanding the Horse's Teeth and Mouth (Paperback): Andy Peffers Understanding the Horse's Teeth and Mouth (Paperback)
Andy Peffers
R590 Discovery Miles 5 900 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Over thousands of years the horse's teeth have evolved to be hard-wearing and efficient in biting through plant material and grinding food to make it digestible. However, man's domestication of the horse has resulted in numerous potential problems in this area, with ill-fitting bits and inappropriate diet, as well as natural factors such as disease, parasites and old age all posing potential hazards. Understanding the Horse's Teeth and Mouth explains in accessible terms what equine dental care involves, why good dental care is important for the horse and how oral conditions can affect not only the way the horse eats, but also its health, behaviour and movement.

Bohemia Junction (Hardcover): Aime Tschiffely Bohemia Junction (Hardcover)
Aime Tschiffely
R824 R760 Discovery Miles 7 600 Save R64 (8%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Life with My Horses (Hardcover): Jean Mcfaddin Life with My Horses (Hardcover)
Jean Mcfaddin
R810 Discovery Miles 8 100 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Bridle Paths - Europe's Most Famous Equestrian Explorer Rides Through England (Hardcover): Aime Tschiffely Bridle Paths - Europe's Most Famous Equestrian Explorer Rides Through England (Hardcover)
Aime Tschiffely
R644 R610 Discovery Miles 6 100 Save R34 (5%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Horse Color Explained - A Breeder's Perspective (Hardcover, Reprint ed.): Jeanette Gower Horse Color Explained - A Breeder's Perspective (Hardcover, Reprint ed.)
Jeanette Gower
R956 Discovery Miles 9 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
More Adventures of the Horse Doctor's Husband (Hardcover): Justin B Long More Adventures of the Horse Doctor's Husband (Hardcover)
Justin B Long
R718 Discovery Miles 7 180 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Hints On Driving Horses (Harness, Carriage, Etc) (Hardcover, illustrated edition): Captain C. Morley Knight Hints On Driving Horses (Harness, Carriage, Etc) (Hardcover, illustrated edition)
Captain C. Morley Knight
R1,134 Discovery Miles 11 340 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

HINTS ON DRIVING HORSES By Captain C.Morley Knight A READ COUNTRY BOOKS CLASSIC REPRINT Originally published in 1884, this extremely scarce early work on driving horses is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. READ COUNTRY BOOKS have republished it, using the original text and illustrations. This excellent little book was written in an era when "handling the ribbons" was not only a pleasurable pastime, but was almost the sole means of transport - hence any hints on making driving more simple, and consequently, more safe, were of inestimable value. In view of the steadily growing interest in this pastime and the constant demand for information on harnessing and driving, this book will prove of great value with its detailed wisdom aimed at both tyro and expert. The book consists of two hundred and twelve pages divided into twelve Comprehensive Chapters, each illustrated with explanatory line drawings: Harness. Driving-Single Harness. Driving-Double Harness. Curricle and Cape Cart. Driving Four Horses-Position of Coachman. Four Horses-The Reins. Four in Hand. The Whip. Starting. Pulling Up. Turning. Useful Hints. Tandem Driving. Tandem Harness. Breaking to Harness. Etc. This is a fascinating read for any driving enthusiast or historian of this mode of transport, but also contains much information and advise that is still extremely useful and practical today. Many of the early equestrian titles, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. READ COUNTRY BOOKS are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Keywords: Driving Horses Pleasurable Pastime Country Books Line Drawings Tyro Morley Ribbons Reprint Illustrations Wisdom Read Books Hints On Driving Country Classic

Tachyhippodamia; or, The New Secret of Taming Horses (Large print, Hardcover, Large type / large print edition): Willis Powell Tachyhippodamia; or, The New Secret of Taming Horses (Large print, Hardcover, Large type / large print edition)
Willis Powell
R1,416 Discovery Miles 14 160 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
A Student Workbook for BHS Staget Two (Paperback, Illustrated Ed): Maxine Cave A Student Workbook for BHS Staget Two (Paperback, Illustrated Ed)
Maxine Cave
R318 Discovery Miles 3 180 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

These workbooks have been prepared by a BHS examiner as revision aids for students who are about to take their BHS stages one and two examinations. Working through the syllabus for both examinations typical questions are asked by means of text, line illustrations and photographs on all relevant subjects. There is space for the student to write down the answers and the correct answers are given at the end of the book. Each book includes a chapter of dos and don'ts and sound advice on dress and examination technique. These books are designed as companions for "The Course Companion to BHS Stage One", and "The Course Companion for BHS Stage Two" and the audiotape revision aids to both examinations, all by Maxine Cave and published by J.A. Allen.

Equine-Assisted Therapy and Learning with At-Risk Young People (Hardcover): Hannah Burgon Equine-Assisted Therapy and Learning with At-Risk Young People (Hardcover)
Hannah Burgon
R3,539 Discovery Miles 35 390 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This book provides an overview of the field of Equine-Assisted Therapy and Learning and gives a powerful account of a research study charting the experiences of seven 'at-risk' young people attending a pioneering Therapeutic Horsemanship centre in the UK. The book includes a foreword from Leif Hallberg, author of Walking the Way of the Horse .

I'm a Horse Smeller (Hardcover): Justine Riley I'm a Horse Smeller (Hardcover)
Justine Riley
R505 R475 Discovery Miles 4 750 Save R30 (6%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Journey of the Dream Team (Hardcover): Sarah E Grote Journey of the Dream Team (Hardcover)
Sarah E Grote
R756 Discovery Miles 7 560 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
War Horse; Buffalo Horse. the Amazing Indian Pony (Hardcover): Susan Fadler War Horse; Buffalo Horse. the Amazing Indian Pony (Hardcover)
Susan Fadler
R1,407 Discovery Miles 14 070 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Beyond Horse Massage - A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension (Spiral bound): Jim... Beyond Horse Massage - A Breakthrough Interactive Method for Alleviating Soreness, Strain, and Tension (Spiral bound)
Jim Masterton 1
R722 Discovery Miles 7 220 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

In this book, Jim Masterson, Equine Massage Therapist for the 2006 and 2008 and 2010 USET Endurance Teams, and for equine clientele competing in FEI World Cup, Pan American and World Games competitions, teaches a unique method of equine bodywork, in which the practitioner recognizes and follows the responses of the horse to touch to release tension in key junctions of the body that most affect performance. This practical book: contains step-by-step instructions, photographs and illustrations; is ideally suited to accompany you to the barn, where you will practice the Masterson Method techniques on horses; includes chapters with tips & techniques, anatomical explanations and examples from Jim's practice help deepen your understanding; has a quick reference section that will point you to exercises that are specifically suited to your particular discipline--dressage, endurance, eventing, show jumping, barrel racing, or others in the vast realm of horse sports. By using these techniques, and knowing the responses to look for, you are able to: achieve a release of accumulated stress in deep-seated key junctions of the horse's body that affects mobility, comfort, attitude, training and performance; restore muscular and structural balance, and natural alignment; enable your horse to perform optimally and respond to your training without stiffness and pain and, finally, achieve new levels of communication and trust with your horse that spill over into other areas of interaction.

The Earth Walkers - Horses & Humans - Our Journey Together on Planet Earth (Hardcover): Helen Goldstein The Earth Walkers - Horses & Humans - Our Journey Together on Planet Earth (Hardcover)
Helen Goldstein
R1,257 Discovery Miles 12 570 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Looking After a Donkey (Paperback): Dorothy Morris, Rob Sims Looking After a Donkey (Paperback)
Dorothy Morris, Rob Sims
R467 Discovery Miles 4 670 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The book gives all the facts and advice anyone could possibly need if they own a donkey or are thinking of getting one (and they will certainly want to after reading this book).It begins with how to choose a donkey - temperament being the most important factor - up to the points that a show judge would look for. It explains how to make the donkey comfortable, describing the accommodation, shelter and the space they donkey will need, and how to feed, groom and take care of him. Then it covers how to train the donkey to be ridden or driven, how to show him in the increasingly popular donkey shows, and how to keep him fit and healthy. Breeding is covered too, starting with making the decision in the first place. Everything owners need to know about - brood mares, stallions, studs, careof the mare and her foal, and the weaning process - is all here.

Adventures of the Horse Doctor's Husband (Hardcover): Justin B Long Adventures of the Horse Doctor's Husband (Hardcover)
Justin B Long
R719 Discovery Miles 7 190 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
The Hunting Horse - The Truth Behind the Jonathan Pollard Spy Case (Hardcover): Elliot Goldenberg The Hunting Horse - The Truth Behind the Jonathan Pollard Spy Case (Hardcover)
Elliot Goldenberg
R797 R742 Discovery Miles 7 420 Save R55 (7%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In 1987, former naval intelligence officer Jonathan Jay Pollard was sentenced to life in prison for passing classified information to the Israelis-the only person ever to be so severely punished for spying on behalf of an American ally. Why was his sentence so harsh? This fascinating, intensively researched book, by investigative journalist Elliot Goldenberg, finally reveals the whole story. After numerous interviews with top intelligence operatives and government insiders, Goldenberg is able to make a strong case that Pollard's sentence was not due to the severity of the damage he inflicted on the security of the United States, contrary to assertions by the Justice Department and the Pentagon. His greatest crime, Goldenberg insists, was that Pollard inadvertently stumbled upon and threatened to expose secret dealings between President Reagan's most-trusted advisors and Saddam Hussein. Pollard, realizing how much of a threat this might mean to Israeli security, took it upon himself to pass on vital information regarding these U.S.-Iraqi dealings to Israeli security. Pollard's information eventually helped Israel target Iraqi military establishments for strikes during the Gulf War.
The Hunting Horse (the Israeli code name for Pollard) provides a rare glimpse into what may be the greatest cover-up in American history, a world of secret agendas and covert operations that is too often kept hidden from congressional oversight and public scrutiny.

UNscripted (Hardcover): Samantha Elphick UNscripted (Hardcover)
Samantha Elphick
R844 Discovery Miles 8 440 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Following UNbridled and UNtamed, the final in this trilogy explodes to a dramatic conclusion in the author's native Australia. The stories collide to a tumultuous ending, showing how one suicide can change the lives of so many. UNscripted's protagonist Mike Bradley returns to Byron Bay and finds his girlfriend has left him. His shadowy past, coupled with his shock, ignites a journey to hell as a heroin addict. After a brutal beating, a famous retired doctor becomes the catalyst for Mike's dramatic recovery. Mike lives with Doc and his family for three years until tragedy strikes, jolting Mike back to reality. Mike leaves in search of his true love. He takes a train ride on the Indian Pacific across the rugged outback to Sydney. There, he reunites with his best friend Burton Phillips and ruthless polo patron Jack Keating. Mike finds himself enmeshed in the rich and famous world of polo. The Hunter Valley in Scone becomes the backdrop as the story lifts the shroud of mystery surrounding polo in a shocking manner, resulting in a massacre. As the country prepares for the Australian Open, competition and greed gain power, contributing to a senseless death. For more information on the trilogy series please go to: www.samanthaelphick.com

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