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When Piper Mills was twelve, she helped her grandfather bury a box that belonged to her grandmother in the backyard. For twelve years, it remained untouched. Now a near fatal riding accident has shattered Piper's dreams of Olympic glory. After her grandfather's death, she inherits the house and all its secrets, including a key to a room that doesn't exist -- or does it? And after her grandmother is sent away to a nursing home, she remembers the box...
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Publisher
Storey Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
The exciting new discipline of Western Dressage lets riders of Western pleasure, work, or competitive horses enjoy the benefits of traditional dressage while using Western tack and attire. This book -- the very first on the topic -- offers 101 fun and effective exercises that will improve every Western horse's suppleness, balance in movement, and responsiveness. Each exercise is presented with illustrated, step-by-step instructions and a full arena...
Author
Publisher
Lyons Press
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
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Master horseman Buck Brannaman, the real-life Horse Whisperer, continues the chronicle of his life as trainer and mentor in Believe, where we meet thirteen remarkable people whose lives he has affected. Through their accounts of help and healing and through Brannaman's own introductions, the reader is inspired by the hope and confidence that he instilled in these individuals. This updated edition includes a new foreword, introduction, and account...
Author
Publisher
J. A. Allen
Pub. Date
c1962
Language
English
Description
Here are Hasluck's combined handbooks on Saddlery and Harness-Making. Volume 1 treats on practical saddlery as more or less distinct from the making and repairing of harness, which is discussed in a volume 2, where, however, will be found full descriptions of all tools, appliances, and materials necessary for the work. The elementary processes of cutting up hides, stitching, etc., are also explained in the volume 2, and bits, spurs, stirrups, and...
Author
Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
1998
Language
English
Description
Get in the saddle and experience the thrills, challenges, and fun of Western riding! In this comprehensive introductory guide, veteran trainer Charlene Strickland covers everything from safe horse handling procedures and basic Western riding techniques to stylish competition outfits. With plenty of encouragement and a contagious passion, Strickland provides easy-to-follow riding instructions along with expert advice on evaluating horses and appropriate...
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Publisher
Lerner
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
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Do you like horses? Then you'll love learning all about the Arabian. Arabians are proud and graceful animals, and they have plenty of spirit. Did you know that Arabians served as war horses in the past? Or that an Arabian's skin is always black, no matter what color its coat is? Learn more about Arabians in this fun and fascinating book!
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Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
Do you like horses? Then you'll love learning all about the Appaloosa. Many Appaloosas have colorful, spotted coats-and these horses are useful as well as beautiful. Did you know that Appaloosas helped the Nez Percé American Indians in buffalo hunts? Or that modern Appaloosas compete in both races and rodeo events? Learn more about Appaloosas in this fun and fascinating book!
11) Black Gold
Author
Publisher
Rand McNally & Company
Pub. Date
[1957]
Language
English
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A heroic, small-boned horse with a will to win is finally ridden to glory by his devoted jockey.
Author
Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
A good personality is the single most desirable quality in a horse, yet it is much harder to assess than conformation or gait. Describing the four basic equine personality types - social, fearful, aloof, and challenging - and their various combinations, Yvonne Barteau shows you how to recognize distinct behavior patterns that can indicate any horse's personality. Stressing the importance of compatibility between rider and horse, Barteau helps you...
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Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
©2006
Language
English
Description
Ask someone who works with horses how best to communicate with a balky colt and she will tell you that horses do not respond to human cajoling. To be successful the human must understand and work with, not against, the horse's instincts, needs, and fears. When a trainer resorts to human teaching methods - reasoning, begging, bribing, even hugging and kissing - the horse will become confused and unable to respond appropriately. But if horses are treated...
14) Pony Crazy
Author
Series
Pony Tails volume 01
Publisher
New York
Pub. Date
1995
Language
English
Description
From the author of the bestselling Saddle Club books comes a series about three pony-crazy girls. May, Jasmine, and Joey are best friends and neighbors - and they're totally horse-crazy. When they aren't taking care of their ponies at home, they're riding them at Pony Club meetings at Pine Hollow Stables. But the trio is torn apart when Joey's family moves away and a new neighbor moves in. Odd things start happening at Joey's old house - lights flicker...
Author
Publisher
Skyhorse Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"As even a quick glance around a saddler shop or through a tack store catalog will show, the world of horse bits is both enormous and mystifying. The primary means of communicating with and controlling a horse, Western and English bits come in a bewildering assortment of materials, sizes, and shapes. Their descriptions-full-cheek snaffle, hackamore, high port, French link, Tom Thumb, spade, KK Ultra-are no less puzzling, and with new bits and refinements...
Author
Series
Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Ground training is the key to a safe and pleasurable riding experience. Designed for easy reference while working with your horse, this guide can be hung on a post. Riders of all disciplines and skill levels will benefit from these exercises that reinforce good habits and help develop a strong bond between horse and rider. This comprehensive series of exercises covers every aspect of ground training, from haltering to driving, turning to transitions,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
©2010
Language
English
Description
In this revised and updated edition of her best-selling book, Heather Smith Thomas helps every trainer set her horse on the proper path with training lessons that are readily adjusted to each horse's unique personality. Her techniques and methods are useful for starting any horse - children's ponies, Western trail-riding horses, English riding or jumping horses, working farm and ranch horses, and horses intended for showing or high-level competition....
Author
Series
Sneaky Pony series volume 3
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
Upon learning that an older woman has moved into run-down, creepy Crabapple Farm, nine-year-old Keeker rides over on her pony, Plum, to find out whether the woman is a witch
20) Colt
Author
Pub. Date
c1991
Language
English
Description
A young boy with a crippling disease learns, through a horseback riding program, to overcome his own anxieties and to help others in dealing with their own problems
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