Barbaro: The Horse Who Captured America's Heart
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Beautiful
  • A truly wonderful, must-read story
  • Read it Without Crying...
  • Barbaro: A Nation's Love Story
  • A compelling read and especially recommended to horse racing enthusiasts in general
Barbaro: The Horse Who Captured America's Heart
Sean Clancy
Manufacturer: Eclipse Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1581501595

Book Description

With his breathtaking victory in the 2006 Kentucky Derby, Barbaro immediately captured racing fans' hearts and excited hopes of finally seeing a Triple Crown winner. His story was that much more captivating for the real-life heroics of his trainer, former

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful.......2007-07-18

Sean Clancy did a marvelous job with this book. I laughed, I cried (a lot). If anyone followed what happened to Barbaro this book is a must. Thank you Mr. Clancy for writing such a glowing story about this beautiful animal.

5 out of 5 stars A truly wonderful, must-read story.......2007-06-08

This book was beautifully written and I enjoyed every page. Barbaro touched the lives of so many of us and I still feel the sorrow of his tragic injury and ultimate death. What a courageous animal! I also want to give praise to Edgar Prado who wept for Barbaro and probably still does.

This strong, tough as nails jockey has a heart and lots of soul and I admire him tremendously. Barbaro meant much more than a paycheck to Mr. Prado. I am a fan and admirer of this man who felt so much for Barbaro mand who grieved with the rest of the world at his loss.

No praise and no words could pay proper tribute to Dr. Dean Richardson and all the staff who fought so hard to keep Barbaro alive and whose main objective was that he live a life free from pain. What a valient struggle!

It's wonderful knowing there are still professionals who truly care, and human beings who aren't afraid of having a heart and aren't afraid of allowing the world to see it.

5 out of 5 stars Read it Without Crying..........2007-05-13

This is a very well written book of the Barbaro story told with insight and compassion, without being maudlin. Of course when he wrote the book he thought Barbaro would live, as most of us who were rooting for him, did. So the tone is positive and the pictures are worth the price of the book. A great horse and a great story - worth every penny!

5 out of 5 stars Barbaro: A Nation's Love Story.......2007-05-12

What a gift this is. Wonderful pictures and step by step story of this incredible horse. Wouldn't trade it for the world.

5 out of 5 stars A compelling read and especially recommended to horse racing enthusiasts in general.......2007-05-08

Not since the legendary Secretariat has any thoroughbred race horse captured the imagination of the public so swiftly and enthusiastically as Barbaro. His was a story of high achievement over great odds and the promise of a Triple Crown winner - only to suffer a catastrophic racing injury that resulted in the shattering of his right hind leg. "Barbaro: The Horse Who Captured America's Heart" is also the story of a dedicated trainer, Michael Matz, and a veterinary science that brought the cutting edge of medical technology to the service of a badly injured and beloved animal. Profusely illustrated with full color photography throughout, "Barbaro" is a compelling read and especially recommended to horse racing enthusiasts in general, and Barbaro fans in particular.
101 Arena Exercises: A Ringside Guide for Horse & Rider
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Great Book
  • Great horse exercise book
  • Great book for the Intermediate rider working at home.
  • In an enlightened age, Cherry is still old school
  • A valuable addition to your equestrian library.
101 Arena Exercises: A Ringside Guide for Horse & Rider
Cherry Hill
Manufacturer: Storey Publishing, LLC
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Plastic Comb

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ASIN: 088266316X

Book Description

This ringside exercise book is a favorite of riding instructors and enthusiasts. Classic exercises and original patterns and drills are presented in a unique "read-and-ride" format. The book can be hung like a calendar or draped over the rail of the ring for quick and easy reference. Exercises such as working walk, canter, two squares, half halt, and flying changes progress through skill levels for both English and Western riders.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great Book.......2007-09-29

This is a great arena book with work plans to help the rider plan lessons etc. easy to understand and well displayed for while you are riding in you arena. hang it up and you can refer to it with ease. Great way of planning you lessons and helpful ideas to extend your riding.

5 out of 5 stars Great horse exercise book .......2007-01-11

this is a great book for learning all the little things you need to know or for working on all those things you should know
what a great book awesome diagrams and simple explanations any one can use this book would be a great tool for instructors

5 out of 5 stars Great book for the Intermediate rider working at home........2006-07-13

This book is great for riders who can easily walk trot and lope/canter and depart on a correct lead.

This is somewhat of a "crossover" book--dressage and western with exercises that are great for horse and rider, but which my not be popular with di-hard dressage or western only trainers. The exercises would be difficult in many cases for the rider using a true forward seat hunt saddle unless the stirrups were legthened A LOT.

Very handy for a rider working at home without regular lessons.

2 out of 5 stars In an enlightened age, Cherry is still old school.......2005-02-10

Cherry Hill has come up with some neat little exercise books to offer you training ideas. But she has some outdated ideas on horse training. Compare the advice you get in her book "The Formative Years" with some of the more enlightened trainers published in the last 20 years.

5 out of 5 stars A valuable addition to your equestrian library........2004-01-12

The number of excellent reviews for this book reflect the application to riders of all levels and disciplines. The most valuable aspect of this book is that it encourages the rider to formulate a plan for their schooling sessions and make a conscious decision not to do the same thing day in day out - something we are all guilty of on occasion. Make your schooling sessions more fun for you and your horse with this informative guide.
101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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  • Great Jumping book for beginners
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101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider
Linda Allen , and Dianna Robin Dennis
Manufacturer: Storey Publishing, LLC
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Binding: Plastic Comb

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ASIN: 1580174655

Book Description

Linda Allen has spent more than 35 years in the equestrian industry, training, riding, jumping, competing, and designing courses. In 101 JUMPING EXERCISES FOR HORSE & RIDER, she provides a logical and consistent series of exercises presented in a fun and appealing way, with clear arena maps and straightforward instructions. For each exercise, Linda covers set-up; how to ride the exercise; steps to make the exercise more difficult; what every successful rider should keep in mind while working; when to move on to the next step; and the benefits of the exercise.

This must-have workbook, a sequel to the successful "read-and-ride" 101 Arena Exercises and 101 Horsemanship & Equitation Patterns, stresses safety, skill building, and success for riders of all ages and levels of experience, whether their interest is in show jumping, eventing, hunters, equitation, or just plain having fun with their horses. Designed in the same user-friendly format as the previous books, with a lay-flat comb binding, the book can be hung on the barn wall or draped over a jump standard in the training area so the reader/rider can refer to it from the saddle.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars great jumping ideas.......2007-08-07

This book has so much info on different exercises and each exercises has little hits about when to use this exercise and what to watch out for while riding it.

5 out of 5 stars Evolution of jumping skills........2007-05-13

This book breaks the demands or jumping down into a logical progression of skills until it takes the insecure beginning rider into a confident partner to the jumping horse. If these lessons are followed correctly, it can also take a training level horse into a skilled show jumper. This book is a must for anyone interested int he discipline of jumping.

4 out of 5 stars Great Jumping book for beginners .......2006-08-19

This book creates a great foundation to train yourself and your horse to excell in jumping no matter what your intentions may be. I personally would recomend this book for all ages and engligh riders even the one's with no intention on jumping.

5 out of 5 stars A Great Book To Keep In Your Tack Room!.......2006-01-14

I have started to do some of these exercises with my Appaloosa gelding. He is ten, but has gone western the two years he has been trained and is very ignorant of english riding skills.

I have been doing these exercises with him, and it really worked! He is now on his way to being a confident jumper. It was pretty easy, too. We set up the cavaletti and cross-rail grids, and followed the patterns described. I am now proud to say I have a hunter in training. This book is highly reccomended to everyone; whether your horse is a confident jumper, or just learning, 101 Jumping Exercises For Horse And Rider is a great source to jumping exercises!

5 out of 5 stars 101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider .......2005-08-02

I bought the book originally to add some variety to my training sessions and to obtain ideas on different exercises. Now both my trainer and I do not jump without the book close by. The different grid exercises have added so much to our workouts! Not only has it helped our horses become more confident it has helped our equitation tremendously. I would highly recommend this book for both beginers and the more experienced rider!
Beating muscle injuries for horses: [25 common muscular problems, their cause, correction, prevention]
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great book - very informative
Beating muscle injuries for horses: [25 common muscular problems, their cause, correction, prevention]
Jack Meagher
Manufacturer: Hamilton Horse Associates
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ASIN: B00070QZAC

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great book - very informative.......2005-05-01

I read this book over 15 years ago. I wanted to see if I could get another copy as mine was stolen (it was so good). Helped me a lot with horses. As I heard that Jack Meagher died last week, I thought I would look for it. I think I only paid $15 for my paperback copy years ago and would not suggest anyone pay $70 for this book but it was very good. The price is so high I think because of recent demand due to the author's death. I will keep looking rather than purchase a copy here.
John Lyons' Bringing up Baby: 20 Progressive Ground-Work Exercises to Develop Your Young Horse into a Reliable, Accepting Partner
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great book
  • baby steps
  • Concise, easy to follow, great book!
  • John Lyon's Bringing Up Baby
  • Bringing Up Baby
John Lyons' Bringing up Baby: 20 Progressive Ground-Work Exercises to Develop Your Young Horse into a Reliable, Accepting Partner
John Lyons , and Jennifer J. Denison
Manufacturer: Primedia Enthusiast Publications
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ASIN: 1929164122

Book Description

An outstanding manual for training young horses by America's most trusted horseman, featuring 178 step-by-step color photos.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great book.......2007-08-09

I find John Lyon's Bringing up Baby very informative! The pictures do a great job illustrating each lesson. I just purchased a filly, and I want to give her the best life possible. I think by following John's techinques you can't go wrong. His videos are great too!

Sometimes we forget to use common sense when working with horses, and if you pay attention to them and learn to properly communicate, you will find a great new enjoyment with your horses!

5 out of 5 stars baby steps.......2007-06-27

this book is great for illustrating kind, consistent lessons to educate yourself and you young weanling. if you want to establish a good relationship, and have your youngster become willing, accepting and to like you, then buy this book.

5 out of 5 stars Concise, easy to follow, great book!.......2007-06-17

This is a great book for those who need to teach a baby, an ex-racer, or any horse the essential basics. Each lesson begins with a description of that you're going to do and why. There's also a list of needed equipment (all of these lessons are to take place in a round pen or arena with the corners "rounded" off). Step-by-step, Lyons takes you through the lesson, providing a picture with each step and a description of what you are doing. I recommend this book to anyone who needs to teach any horse basic ground manners.

5 out of 5 stars John Lyon's Bringing Up Baby.......2007-05-13

Although the methods do not work 100% on all youngsters, it gives the trainer a base to work fro. From there, common sense and knowing the horse you are working with comes into play

5 out of 5 stars Bringing Up Baby.......2007-02-23

John Lyon's Bringing Up Baby is one of the best manuals for early training. The book is well written and organized. It is easy to use when looking for solutions to training problems and the steps to good solid training for your young horse! Superior book!
How Your Horse Wants You to Ride: Starting Out, Starting Over
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • How Your Horse Wants You to Ride, good advice
  • Usable "Centered Riding" plus some
  • Great book for riders at all levels
  • Starting Out, Starting Over
  • Absolutely a must have book!
How Your Horse Wants You to Ride: Starting Out, Starting Over
Gincy Self Bucklin
Manufacturer: Howell Book House
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ASIN: 0764570994

Book Description

Learn to ride correctly, safely, and confidently

In this breakthrough guide, renowned riding expert Gincy Self Bucklin offers adult riders a unique, proven method for developing a good physical, mental, and emotional relationship with a horse. Whether you're a beginner, a more experienced rider looking to enhance your skills, or someone who used to ride but is reluctant to try again, Bucklin's step-by-step exercises-slowly and carefully practiced first on the ground and then on your horse-will have you riding with confidence and without fear. You'll build a safe and caring partnership with your horse as you:

"If you' ve ever said to yourself, `Why can' t I . . . ?,' you' ll find the answer here to why you can' t, and exactly how to solve the problem. Whatever your level, you'll gain greater understanding and become a better rider and horseman from reading this book."
-George H. Morris, internationally renowned clinician, USEF Show Jumping vice-president, ARIA master instructor, and member of the U. S. Equestrian Federation Board of Directors

"How Your Horse Wants You To Ride is chock full of innovative and practical tools presented in a thoroughly entertaining style. A delightful read for riders at all levels!"
-Jane Savoie, olympic alternate and author of That Winning Feeling!, Cross Train Your Horse, More Cross Training, and It's Not Just About the Ribbons

Download Description

A unique, proven method of riding instruction

Written by a renowned riding expert, this unique guide offers adult amateur riders a proven method for building a good physical, mental, and emotional relationship with a horse. Step-by-step skill-building exercises-first on the ground and then on the horse-help riders gain confidence, understand how their actions affect the horse, and communicate with the horse to gain his trust.

Gincy Self Bucklin (Narragansett, RI) is an accomplished riding instructor with more than 50 years' experience. She is the author of What Your Horse Wants You to Know (0-7645-4085-8).

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars How Your Horse Wants You to Ride, good advice.......2007-08-09

How Your Horse Wants You to Ride: Starting Out, Starting Over

If our horses could have a verbal conversation with us, it would be about how they want us to ride on their backs. So, if that is the information you are looking for, this book will do that for you. Coming to horses late in life, with only weekend trail riding and no ownership in my background, learning to train my horse and ride her has, at times, been overwhelming. All bad habits that horses have are from bad training, not from stubbornness or naturally occurring mean spiritedness. Every interaction we have with our horses teaches them something, good or bad. Gincy is a patient person, I know from interacting with her on her Riding with Confidence list group on Yahoo. She has great insights into muscle memory, fear, breathing, etc. and the way those things cause horses to react in one way or another. How Your Horse wants you to ride is not a quick fix answer. It is deep and thoughtful requiring work on the part of the owner/rider. The reward is as great and worth striving for. After all, if you have a horse, you want to have fun with it, not be fearful of it.

5 out of 5 stars Usable "Centered Riding" plus some.......2007-05-30

This book has inspired me to work on bareback exercises this summer to retrain my balance. I'm sure my horse will thank me. Having ridden with the author when I was a teenager (40 years ago), I remember the value of the bareback riding after this book reminded me. I have tried to read Sally Swift's "Centered Riding" but just didn't engage me. This book has and I will be applying the lessons to myself.

5 out of 5 stars Great book for riders at all levels.......2007-03-08

I started riding quite late in my life and this book has been a great help to me. Whenever I encounter a problem I consult it again and it always gives me new ideas which work. I like especially the mixture of at home, on the ground and on the horse exercises. You can try basics safely first before you mount your horse. I am a Western rider and although its focus is English riding I was able to use it.

5 out of 5 stars Starting Out, Starting Over.......2007-03-07

In clear consise detail the author puts her over 30 years of experience into the student's hands. She takes you from the first meeting with your horse, on through to the clearest description of the use and purpose of aids I have ever read. This book is in my hands before and after every lesson, and evenings in between. The more often I go through it, the better I get.


Ms Bucklin is famous for her Seven Steps, which are a "must know" for safe and balanced riding. And if she did nothing else, she made clear to me the importance of grounding, centering and balance. The book is empowering because technique rather than athleticism is stressed and for one returning to riding at the age of 66 I am grateful. The pictures clearly show the correct positions which the student can then emulate and the author communicates her knowledge of the sport with encouragement and love.

5 out of 5 stars Absolutely a must have book!.......2007-03-06

As a beginning rider with my first horse this book is at the top of my list! I'm well over 40 yrs. old and suffered a major horse wreck a couple of years ago, breaking my back in 5 places, pelvic bone in 3 and leaving me with a bit of a fear problem as well. But, my dream for over 30 years has been to own horses so I pushed forward. While I've ridden for quite some time, I do feel like I'm a beginner because all of my previous riding was simply get on, kick to go, pull to stop! How amusing! This book gives you so much very needed information to help you in every aspect of horsemanship. From the ground to cantering and more importantly the very important confidence that you need. I really can't say enough about this.....simply an excellent book! Written in a manner for any level of rider. This one will remain at the front of your bookshelf!
Clinton Anderson's Downunder Horsemanship
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Great information for training horses
  • This book deserves 10 stars
  • It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This
  • Excellent book for ground manners
  • Horsemanship
Clinton Anderson's Downunder Horsemanship
Clinton Anderson , and Ami Hendrickson
Manufacturer: Trafalgar Square Publishing
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ASIN: 1570762848

Book Description

Clinton Anderson's training techniques can achieve amazing results with almost any horse. Now you can learn the program that teaches "everyday people" how to better communicate with their mounts.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great information for training horses.......2007-06-27

I have four horses and one of them has some attitude problems. I would have liked to purchase Clinton Anderson's videos, but they're pretty expensive, so I bought this book. It's great and has given me many good ideas for working with my problem horse. It's principles, of course, apply to any horse and this book is a great read for any horse owner.

5 out of 5 stars This book deserves 10 stars.......2007-06-26

This book is so well written, easy to use, easy to understand and easy to follow. The exercises are clear and thoroughly expained with pictures that show the correct technique. There are descriptions of what the horse may try to avoid the exercise as well as what humans may do wrong when performing the exercises; solutions are included on how to fix these problems. This book was well thought out, both in terms of how to train your horse and how to train the rider. My problem horse (a biter with an attitude and an attention span of about 5 nanoseconds) is responding excellently to this program. I purchased Pat Parelli's book and gave up on the book after trying the 1st few exercises (my horse kept trying to bite me). I am thrilled with Clinton's book and am finally enjoying the companionship of my horse. I wish I had done this sooner.

5 out of 5 stars It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This.......2007-06-02

After the Lyons and Parelli prototypes in the world of horse-whispering, along comes Clinton Anderson whose amazing talent intrigues me. I've owned, bred, raised, and trained horses for 64 years and this young man has a lot to teach anyone. I can certainly recommend either his books, seminars, DVDs or all of the above.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent book for ground manners.......2007-06-01

There are wonderful, easy to follow, step-by-step instructions for every excercise in this book. I really love the personal remarks made by the two 'students' who were chosen to be a part of this project. Highly recommend!

3 out of 5 stars Horsemanship.......2007-05-14

Clinton is great with horses, I just didn't like the way the book was set up. He has some great videos, better than the book.
Barbaro: A Nation's Love Story
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
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  • Barbaro: A Nation's Love Story
  • A heart-warming story
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  • Nothing special
Barbaro: A Nation's Love Story
Pamela K. Brodowsky , and Tom Philbin
Manufacturer: Collins
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Book Description

This up-to-minute book follows the story of Barbaro, the Triple Crown contender whose unlikely fight back from almost certain death from a shattered leg and ensuing complications captured the hearts of a nation who responded with a stunning display of love.

In 132 years of derby races, only 11 horses have won the Triple Crown, the last in 1978. Barbaro was a favorite to be the twelfth until May 20, 2006, at the Preakness Stakes, when his jockey, Edgar Prado pulled him up a couple of hundred yards from the starting gate. Subsequent examination revealed that he had virtually exploded bones in his right rear leg so badly that under normal conditions he would have been euthanized right on the track. But his owners, Roy and Gretchen Jackson, chose another path, one filled with anxiety and tears—but also courageous determination to save his life.

This touching, soaring book—filled with insights from Barbaro's trainers, breeders, caretakers, and owners—follows Barbaro from foal to colt to champion to perfect patient. But In the end it is not just a story of a down-but-not-out champion, but of human beings at their very best.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars EXTREMELY Disappointed.......2007-07-11

I waited to buy this book, knowing that I wasn't emotionally ready to read it. I eventually bought it when I bought W. Nack's Ruffian book and the book about Secretariat's groom. I read the other two books first, and then the Barbaro book. The Barbaro book is littered with mistakes. The editors did an extremely poor job. I realize that casual horseracing fans will probably enjoy the book and won't notice the errors, but there is sooo much missing from this book! I was extremely disappointed in this book. It is not a worthy remembrance of Barbaro, his connections and the fans worldwide who followed his story.

5 out of 5 stars Barbaro: A Nation's Love Story.......2007-05-12

The book is a treasure showing many, many photographs of this wonderful horse. It gives great insight as to the challenges he faced and his life prior to his accident.

5 out of 5 stars A heart-warming story.......2007-04-11

Barbaro was an excellent book and one that I thoroughly enjoyed reading. The authors did a wonderful job in relating the facts and the background about the horse that the world fell in love with. I would recommend it highly not only to all horse lovers, but to everyone who followed the amazing, and unfortunately tragic, career of Barbaro. It is book that you will want to share with your friends and family.

1 out of 5 stars Very Disappointed With This Book.......2007-04-09

I was deeply disappointed with this book. Having followed Barbaro's recovery avidly on a daily basis, and having fallen in love with him, there is a hole in my heart now which cannot be filled. He will always remain a champion and will be remembered by all of those who loved him.

Therefore, much to my dismay, I was disapointed, not only by the book's appearance and presentation, but the writing, the errors, the apparent haste in which the book was thrown together to be released quickly.

I was looking forward to a really wonderful book, with photographs and a quality of writing and presentation that would be worthy in honoring this horse. I must say that my expectations were not met. I have returned the book to Amazon for a refund.

1 out of 5 stars Nothing special.......2007-03-29

This book is about what I expected-- an overview of things we've already heard. Anyone who remotely followed Barbaro's story through the media already knows everything written in this book. Unless you've been living under a rock for the past year, this isn't worth the read. This book almost seems a sacrilege to Barbaro and to those who loved and cared for him-- the author seems to be willing to paste the horse's name on a mediocre book for the sake of a quick dollar. Do yourself a favor and read 'real' racing literature, like Hillenbrand's "Seabiscuit" or Nack's "Secretariat- The Making of a Champion." A quick internet search on Barbaro will uncover better information by more talented writers.
Saddle Seat Equitation
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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  • Saddle Seat Equitation by Helen K. Crabtree
  • This is a GREAT BOOK
  • A Saddleseat Primer
Saddle Seat Equitation
Helen K. Crabtree
Manufacturer: Doubleday
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars SSeq: not just for eq riders.......2001-05-26

This book was absolutely fabulous. It gives information about the most popular breeds that compete in saddelseat equitation, and Helen Crabtree is especcially helpful with all of her years of experience. Even though the book is more than 20 years old, the lessons inside remain true. This is a timeless book that should be read by all saddleseat riders to enhance their possible performance in and out of the show ring.

5 out of 5 stars Saddle Seat Equitation by Helen K. Crabtree.......2000-07-13

This is an absolutely superb treatise on Saddle Seat Equitation, particularly for those new to the sport. Even for experienced Saddle Seat riders, there is probably no clearer explanation of the basics of showing the saddle horse anywhere, and we all need a bit of review ocasionally! The book covers a wide scope of subjects connected with the training of horse and rider to enter the world of riding and showing in the Saddle Seat discipline. Crabtree adresses such critical but sometimes overlooked subjects as the role a rider's parents can and should play at shows, beauty in the pairing of rider and horse, and teaching the adult show rider. What it offers in scope, it lacks in depth - and this is deliberate, since it is aimed at the new rider/trainer. Although every rider would benefit vastly from reading this book, especially the sections on the Saddle Seat Equitation tests, more advanced riders will not find it satisfying in terms of in-depth discussions of training or show ring techniques, as that is not its focus. But it is an extremely worthwhile book for riders of all levels, and it is also an eminently readable, delightful and informative chronicle of the Saddle Seat Equitation world from the 50s to the 80s.

5 out of 5 stars This is a GREAT BOOK.......1999-09-03

I sugest this book to EVERY HORSE LUVER especially Saddlebred LUVER it is filled with funny stories, history, and memories

5 out of 5 stars A Saddleseat Primer.......1998-09-18

The author, Helen Crabtree, is a noted horsewoman. She's won the AHSA Horsewoman of the Year Award and the United Professional Horseman Associations's Trainer of the Year award. She has trained over 75 World Champions with her methods. This book shares her expertise. The book deals with the mechanics of riding Saddle Seat, proper tack, and rider attire, but does not deal with judging Saddle Seat. The emphasis is on showing.
What Your Horse Wants You to Know: What Horses' "Bad" Behavior Means, and How to Correct It
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What Your Horse Wants You to Know: What Horses' "Bad" Behavior Means, and How to Correct It
Gincy Self Bucklin
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Book Description

Listen to and communicate with your horse-successfully

"This is a book for everyone who has ever looked at the constantly increasing list of methods and systems marketed as `horsemanship' and wondered which of the many possible approaches would be most suitable for a particular behavior problem. Gincy Bucklin has distilled her many years of experience with horses and riders into a very useful, step-by-step, hands-on book. Bucklin's writing is smooth and easy to read, and no matter where you open this book, you'll find that her deep respect and affection for both equines and humans shines through."
-Dr. Jessica Jahiel, author of Riding for the Rest of Us

"Gincy Bucklin uses her decades-long experience with horses to answer that most frequently asked question: `Why did my horse do that?' And she comes up with creative solutions that weave together traditional horse handling with the best of modern horse training, including my own personal favorite, clicker training."
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It takes time for a horse to learn everything we want him to know. If we don't make our intentions clear to him in ways that he can understand, or if we don't listen to what he wants, problems may result. Featuring easy-to-follow, step-by-step advice, What Your Horse Wants You to Know reveals how to communicate effectively with your horse to create an atmosphere of mutual cooperation.

What Your Horse Wants You to Know focuses on improving your horse's behavior on the ground, so you can develop relationship and communications skills without the more challenging problems that arise once you're on his back.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Equine enthusiast.......2007-07-16

Very good reference book. Author presents from the horse's point of view which is how the title reads. As usual, however, the one problem that my hose developed is missing. But that may be expected since horses don't often read.

5 out of 5 stars A Must-Have for All Horse Owners.......2007-04-12

Whether you're a beginning horse trainer or more advanced, and no matter what kind of training you are into, this important reference guide will teach you to communicate with your horse.

5 out of 5 stars Excellent book !!.......2007-03-06

Gincy has provided a wonderful resource for all horse owners whether beginners or seasoned experts. No matter what discipline you are involved with, this book will become a favourite. It applies to horses beginning their education as well as seasoned competitors, ridden or driven, and just much loved family pets.

The basis for all relationships with our horses is communication. Gincy explains clearly how to read what your horse is saying to you and how to clearly communicate your instructions to him.

This book, like Gincy's others, is full of Gincy's very perceptive insights into equine behavior and motivation. At the same time, she generously cites highlights from the work of other successful trainers and instructors. She totally understands and loves her subject. She isolates each 'problem' or unwanted behavior, explains what it means and not only tells us how to change it but also what not to do.

For the beginner, this book provides a ready reference to cover hundreds of situations that arise in our day to day association with our horse or pony. For the experienced horse person, it is a compendium of knowledge that is so far unequaled in training literature.

Aside from all that, it is an entertaining read.

Jessie and ponies

4 out of 5 stars Enlightening.......2007-02-09

A good read, in dot point form. Good as a quick reference or a long read.

5 out of 5 stars What Your Horse Wants You to Know: What Horses' "Bad" Behavior Means, and How to Correct It.......2007-01-08

This book has helped me so much in understanding my formerly abused rescue horse. Simple strategies for dealing with problems safely and effectively - with very happy results. I wish there was a book like this for everything!

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