Horse, Follow Closely

Author: Gawani Pony Boy
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
ISBN: 1620080206
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 145

Book Description
• An insightful and meaningful reader about relationship training methods between man and horse • Features an overview of how horses came to live with Native Americans and the impact on their lives • Provides philosophies and techniques for relationship training methods • Also includes Native American stories and legends about their special relationships with their horses

A Song for the Horse Nation

Author: National Museum of the American Indian (U.S.)
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
ISBN: 9781555911126
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 104

Book Description
Presents an illustrated examination of the role of horses in Native American culture and history, providing information on the depiction of horses in tribal clothing, tools, and other objects.

Horses with a Mission

Author: Allen Anderson
Publisher: New World Library
ISBN: 1577319087
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 210

Book Description
With twenty-one dramatic true stories of courageous, loyal, and loving horses who found their life's purpose, this book reveals the wonders possible when both humans and horses are encouraged and allowed to follow their best instincts. The heroic equines you will meet include: Molly, a pony who survived Hurricane Katrina and the loss of a leg, who spreads her message of hope to disabled children. Her story went viral with coverage on the Internet, in the New York Times, and on the CBS Evening News. Sankofa, an Arabian stallion, who made it possible for social studies teacher Miles J. Dean to complete a cross-country journey in tribute to African American ancestors. Millions of adults and schoolchildren followed their odyssey as Miles and Sankofa made history come alive. Diana, a wild horse of the rare Gila herd, who proved to be a proud and resourceful lead mare who protected her herd and taught the great lesson of forgiveness. Butch, a retired gelding, who showed such an unswerving belief in a profoundly mentally retarded girl that he restored a mother's hopes for her child's future.

Schooling and Riding the Sport Horse

Author: Paul D. Cronin
Publisher: University of Virginia Press
ISBN: 9780813922874
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 324

Book Description
The director of the riding program at Sweet Briar College for more than 30 years, Cronin is a well-known and highly respected trainer and riding instructor. Here he presents a clear and practical guide to getting the most out of a horse in a humane and sensitive way.

Horse Heroes

Author: Mary Pope Osborne
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0375988637
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #49:Stallion at Starlight, they had lots of questions. Why did people tame horses? What jobs do horses have today? Why was Alexander the Great's horse so famous? What are some other famous horses in history? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts. Filled with up-to-date information, photos, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures.

Schooling with Ground Poles

Author: Claire Lilley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781570762642
Category : Dressage
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A guide to using ground poles for a variety of possible training situations, including school movements and figures.

Exercise School for Horse and Rider

Author: Lesley Skipper
Publisher: New Holland Australia(AU)
ISBN: 9781847730046
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A consistent exercise program for both horse and rider, like that detailed here, provides a solid foundation for building that trust. Demonstrated through color photographs, each exercise has a clear objective, such as improving rhythm, gaining strength, or adding explosiveness to the horse's jump.

Breaking and Training Your Horse

Author: Sheila Roughton
Publisher: Ward Lock Limited
ISBN: 9780706374858
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
"A very civilized, satisfying, entertaining primer. From understanding your horse to proper technique for riding in equestrian competition, the easy-to-read, comprehensive, attractively illustrated volume covers it all. An experienced trainer of riders and horses alike, Roughton lets her love of horses and riding shine through at every turn. Her concern manifests itself in attention to such details as overcoming a horse's "boredom and stable vices" and to the appropriateness of routines or objectives for the individual horse. The book should interest both experienced and novice riders and is highly recommended...."-- "Booklist . 176 pages, 20 color illus., 50 b/w illus., 7 3/4 x 10.

The American Quarter Horse

Author: Steven D. Price
Publisher: Lyons Press
ISBN: 9781592282722
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Beginning with a brief history of the breed, this book offers detailed advice on locating and selecting a horse, as well as stabling, feeding, grooming, and otherwise taking responsible care of the animal. Also explained are the American Quarter Horse's many uses: from informal trial riding to barrel racing, cutting, and reining; from Western horsemanship to show jumping, dressage, and racing. The American Quarter Horse is the indispensable guide for anyone interested in owning and riding America's favorite horse.

Developing the Art of Equine Communication

Author: C. L. "Lee" Anderson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780982758533
Category : Horsemanship
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
Of benefit to all equine ownersNnovice and seasoned riders alikeNthis resource re-introduces valuable, lost knowledge and discloses many of the secrets of the famed "horse whisperers." Anderson's explanations and analogies unveil many overlooked and forgotten practices that can help explain and solve many equine issues that so often baffle horse owners.