Within these pages lies an ambitious study of the interplay of mechanisms put in motion when man and horse meet, communicate, and ultimately become one.
When your horse suddenly develops a performance problem or a bad attitude and neither seem to be remedied by new training techniques or medical care, you often face months-even years-of frustration and career limitation.
WhenCavalia-the amazing equestrian-themed "e;spectacular,"e; melding costumes and theatrics with stunt riding and haute ecole-first took North America by storm in 2003, few people knew who Frederic Pignon and Magali Delgado were.
The gaited horse-bred and trained to perform smooth-to-ride, ground-covering alternative gaits (not the trot/jog or canter/lope) that can often be sustained long distances and sometimes at astounding speeds-has steadily gained mainstream popularity as a pleasure or trail mount, in addition to its traditional status as a top-notch show-ring competitor.
Music has long been part of esteemed equestrian traditions-consider the classical tones of the over-500-year-old Spanish Riding School and the Verdi purported to play at deafening volumes from the arena of Portuguese master Nuno Oliveira.
World-renowned equine expert Linda Tellington-Jones' healing equine bodywork and innovative training methods have revolutionized the horse training landscape over the last 50 years.
Renowned for their amazing athleticism and unparalleled work ethic, and famed for their great heart and willingness to go the extra mile, off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs) have proven to be the ultimate equine partner in a host of disciplines: dressage, eventing, hunter/jumpers, trail riding-even barrel racing!
Codependency, a compulsive behavior sometimes known as "e;relationship addiction,"e; is often characterized by a dysfunctional, one-sided relationship that is emotionally destructive-even abusive.
With her landmark first bookHorse Speak: The Equine-Human Translation Guide, trainer Sharon Wilsie upended conventional methods of human-equine communication (using words and ropes, for example) with her clear classification of the language horses use with each other (body, breath, and intent), as well as an unparalleled explanation of how we as humans can effectively mirror it.
Dressage 101is a one-volume new edition of the bestsellersCross-Train Your HorseandMore Cross-TrainingIt's a simple, riddle-free system of training that places a high priority on the horse's physical and mental well-being.
Help your horse with simple acupressure techniques:Learn to identify your horse's individual body constitution type, which determines choices of acupressure treatmentUnderstand the 12 main channels of energy in your horse's bodyGain the ability to choose the correct points to treat specific issuesRelieve mild sources of pain and discomfort in your horse's bodyInfluence his mental health and stabilityChoose appropriate treatment from a comprehensive list of common problemsUse step-by-step instructions and photos to help your horse
Every horse, from the pampered show hunter to the family pet, is faced at one time or another with an object or situation that is overwhelmingly terrifying or just downright confusing.
Coach Daniel Stewart has made a name for himself over the past 25 years, enthusiastically training riders of all levels throughout the world, as well as coaching top athletes on several US Equestrian Teams at World Championships, World Equestrian Games, and the Olympics.
With an astounding eighteen medals in eight international championships and team gold medals at the Olympic Games in 1976 and 1984, Jack Le Goff created the standard by which modern-day equestrian teams are measured.
The equestrian pursuit known as Cowboy Dressage was borne of a desire to meld the best of Western riding traditions and classical dressage in the pursuit of a harmonious relationship with a horse.
In the 1980s, the world of riding, training, and competing with horses took a major turn with the spread of natural horsemanship, which at its most basic foundation rejects the use of abusive techniques and relies on methods derived from understanding the dynamics of free-roaming horse herds.
Horse Speak is not a training method or technique-it is a practical system for "e;listening"e; and "e;talking"e; to horses in their language, instead of expecting them to comprehend ours.
One dark, vacant, Nevada night cattle rancher Henry McBride closes his eyes, only to open them and find his life suddenly in shambles, with everything that means anything lost to him forever.
Contending that nearly all horse behavior problems result from incorrect or inconsistent training, this work highlights the potential behind the world's promising equine model citizens and partners.
Internationally acclaimed horse trainer Mark Rashid shares and analyzes the remarkable events, quiet moments, and humbling stumbling blocks that-looking back-he can identify as significant in his personal journey to finding softness with both horses and people.
Within riding there exists a fundamental conflict of interest: The rider needs to have control-her confidence depends on her ability to control the balance of her own body as well as that of her very powerful horse.
The equine hoof is a complex marvel of natural engineering, built to withstand tremendous forces and able to adapt to an astonishing range of environmental conditions.
Regardless of discipline, level of expertise, training philosophy, body shape, or fitness level, all riders do better-in horse-related activities both on the ground and in the saddle-when they take care of their bodies and maintain their fitness in ways other than just riding.
Those who work with and train horses on a regular basis are likely constantly searching for new ways to make inroads and find answers when faced with tough training or behavior problems.
USEF S and FEI 4* Dressage Judge Janet Foy issued an invitation to the dressage population: "e;Ask me your toughest dressage questions; ask me about the things about riding, training, and competing that you just don't understand; or, just ask me the questions you're always afraid to ask because you don't want to look like you don't know what you're doing!
