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Knowing about horse conformation, movement and soundness is important to any horse owner, whether you are selecting a horse, judging horses, or evaluating a horse's strengths, weaknessess, and ultimate potential.

The USPC Guide to Conformation, Movement and Soundness clearly explains and illustrates good, functional conformation and movement, faulty movement, conformation defects, blemishes and unsoundnesses, their causes, and how they affect the horse. This guide will be helpful to Pony Club and 4-H members, instructors, horse owners, and anyone interested in learning about evalulating horses' conformation, soundness and way of moving.
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Customer Reviews (4)

Great for quick reference
"Back in the good old days" the pony club manual was all one book, but this guide still gives easy to understand diagrams and explanations of what everyone riding needs to learn.I think it's great for adults and kids alike.

Basics for Beginners--Old news
This is a basic primer for beginners and children, but it is reminiscent of books I read thirty years ago.The sketches are good and the explanations clear.I wanted more detailed information.You can find this info along with a lot more basic information from other books.I felt it was drasticly overpriced, unless funds go to some charity as a fund raiser. I expected more than this book delivered for the money.

What horse people really need to know!
This is where to find the information on horses that you really need but no one ever properly explains. This book puts it more clearly than any other source. When you take lessons or go to shows, you hear about conformation, movement and soundness, but you really need a primer like this to understand what people are talking about. After you read this book,you could converse with a judge like an expert.

Great book for Pony Club kids
With my daughter being in Pony Club and me being joint DC for our club this book is recomended reading for our members.I can see why it is very helpful and an easy read.So people that don't know much about conformation will be able to get it. I give this book 5 stars as well as her other books. ... Read more

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A Plain-language Medical Guide for Horse Owners and Trainers

Painful and potentially debilitating tendon and ligament injuries are among the most common and serious physiological problems facing performance horses. The severity ranges from minor injuries to those that end careers or even the horse’s life.However, with proper treatment, these injuries can be overcome, and permanent damage minimized.

Writing in concise, accessible language, equine veterinarian Linda Schultz provides the most up-to-date information on identifying, treating, and managing tendon and ligament injuries. You’ll review basic anatomy, understand how and why these injuries occur, and discover the effects of horseshoeing on tendons and ligaments. You’ll see exactly what you should (and shouldn’t) do during the critical healing process--plus, you’ll learn to communicate effectively with your veterinarian to ensure your horse is soon back on his feet and doing his job.

• Features the latest treatment options and alternative therapies
• Includes a sample controlled exercise schedule and guidelines for recuperation times
• Explains treatment of acute injuries and directed therapy, as well as the current surgical techniques
• Discusses the benefits and drawbacks of support wraps, boots, and bandages

Customer Reviews (15)

Easy to read
Shorter book than I imagined. Would have liked it to have included more diagrams and photos but the content was easy to read and useful. Good section on bandaging.

Very informative
This book is very helpful in studying a horses feet and legs.I'm taking a vet class and found the information in this book very helpful.

Wholly inadequate
I am really startled that 9 out of 12 people gave this book a 5-star rating.It reads much more like a pamphlet than a book and, if I had to guess, I'd say the author wrote it in a couple of afternoons off the top of her head.Lameness in horses is a huge topic and it deserves substantial consideration, not a mishmash of whatever happened to pop into a vet's head at the time she was at the typewriter.

I would instead recommend "Lameness: Recognizing and Treating the Horse's Most Common Ailment," which I purchased immediately after realizing that the Howell book was so lacking.It's a few bucks more and has about 10 times the information.

A little Help when the worst happens
Howell Equine Handbook of Tendon and Ligament Injuries (Howell Equestrian Library)
A great little book with easy to understand explinations. Simple clear pictures. Great reading for any one with an tendon / ligament injured horse. There are repairable with time.

Disappointed
This book is very, very basic. I bought it because I thought it would go into more depth and cover more topics. It skims the surface and nothing more. I was disappointed by it. ... Read more

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United States Army Olympic equestrian competitions have been largely overlooked in historical writings. This book tells the stories of the triumphs, the contributions, and the failures of the U.S. Army Olympians, and also captures the humor and good times as well as the drama and disappointments of the U.S. Army Olympians from the 1912 Games in Stockholm, to the 1948 Games in London. The stories are rich in detail, and include the controversial 1936 Summer Games held in Berlin, Germany. Many personal vignettes as told by team members enhance the story. ... Read more

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The best source available on this important equestrian history
This is the best and only source available on the Army Equestrian Teams.There is a paucity of sources on the earlier years, probably due to the principals having died prematurely in WWI or WWII.The book hints at, but does not give a complete discussion about the change-over from military to civilian teams.This change-over involved several competing missions that changed, the Army mission, the US Equestrian Team mission, and the whole Olympic amateur versus professional contretemps.The latter was handled differently in different sports over many years before coming to today's resolution.

The biggest story was the hinted at political/military/espionage story of having the Army team in GERMANY for two months in 1936.I guess someone else will have to write that book.And please let me know when you do!

Thompson has filled the book with history of the various teams and how they were formed.There are many photos.However, as indicated above, some of this history has been lost due to the stories and photos not being captured and archived at the time.The lost part did not make it to this history, but you can see where some individuals don't get much coverage probably due to a lack of information, not any fault of the author. ... Read more

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Take one pretty young equine veterinarian, add five Arabian horses, sprinkle in some loneliness, and transplant to northern California. Blend in a few ornery cattle ranchers, stir with one hunky horse trainer, and let love boil. The delectable result is one hot story.

Still mourning the death of her father, Kentuckian Liz Barnett casts aside her usual practical and cautious nature, and moves to a new veterinary practice opportunity in the foothills around Placerville, California. Stunning horses, great credentials, and tons of self-confidence convince Liz that a new and exciting life awaits her, but she's met with resistance and hard scrutiny. Her salvation is her beautiful horses, and she throws herself into building a breeding program to equal that of her famous father's.

Along the way, her heart tangles with a handsome and intriguing horse trainer, Kurt DeVallio, and her life takes off on an emotional roller-coaster ride. In the glittering and sometimes treacherous world of show horses, Liz's personal and professional ideals are challenged, and she learns that winning has many meanings. ... Read more

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Video Trailer for Winning Ways
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R1MG8F7CFDPCVD This is video book trailer produced by Equine Graphics Publishing Group is the latest phase of our promotion of suspense novelist, Toni Leland. Word descriptions and back cover blurbs are good, but nothing gives a more clear impression than images. The story is set in beautiful northern California against a backdrop of majestic mountains and amazing Arabian Horses. The characters are well-developed and the story line takes twists and turns through the exciting and sometimes treacherous world of showing expensive horses.

The author's love of horses and horsemanship shows through
Winning Ways is a romantic novel set in the high-stakes world of showing prize Arabian Horses. A young female veterinarian seeking to make her plance among stubborn ranchers, and a horse trainer struggling to cope with the loss of his wife and infant son ten years ago, are thrown together by circumstance yet must work together to find their place in the show ring and among the many hurdles of their professional and personal lives. Winning Ways is a story of second chances; the author's love of horses and horsemanship shows through in this captivating saga of striving of and for one's heart.

Strong characters
I've had little experience with horses or the world of competitive horse shows, but I thoroughly enjoyed the characters in this book.The story left me with a desire to know what happens to them in the next phase of their lives.I'd love to read a sequel.

Fun Read - great Beach Book
Winning Ways is a romance with a focus on the dark side of the Arabian (or any) horse show world - competitors that want to win at any cost.The story builds satisfactorily with a nicely rounded group of secondary characters and a very believeable villain.

Definitely a FUN READ.

Ohio reader enjoyed Winning Ways
Romance, horses, and a touch of mystery are a "winning" combination in this novel by Toni Leland.Young professional Liz Barnett attempts to establish a veterinary practice in the farm country of northern California.With the intention of gaining a prestigious reputation for her farm and breeding line, she also exhibits her Arabian horses in shows.Along the way, she meets difficult obstacles and rival trainer Kurt DeVallio, a man with a mysterious past.The plot is fast-paced, the characters believable, and the setting interesting and informative.Winning Ways is definitely a winner! ... Read more

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A perfect guide for the novice
While researching the sport of cutting for my book 'Loving Larry' I read everything I could to capture the essence of the sport.Sally Harrison's guide for the non-pro competitor was my favorite reference.I love the personal stories and photos of the old-time Quarter Horses that were the foundation producers of modern day cutting horses.I appreciate Sally's understanding and careful explanation of the history, terminology and basic rules of cutting.After reading cover-to-cover with awe and fascination and referring back repeatedly for basics, I found this book to be a perfect guide for the novice that I was.

Great history, not great training
I really enjoyed her chapters on how the cutting horse came about.They were informative and fun to read.She also does a good job going over the basic rules for non-pro cutting events.I was hoping for more training tips and was disapointed.She hardly even touches on the subject of training your horse to cut.

This book is primarily for someone who is willing to spend lots of $$$$ on a horse and trainer to compete.If this is not you, I suggest trying to get it from a library.

A good overview of the cutting horse world
Sally Harrison's book is an excellent overview of the horses, people, and events that make cutting such an intriguing sport. She includes fascinating insights into the lives and histories of some of the immortal horses of the sport, from Poco Bueno to "Little Peppy" (Peppy San Badger), with commentary on what made them so great. The section on Doc Bar and the "two fools," as well as the description of the day Poco Bueno inspired Pine Johnson to adopt the not-quite-classic habit all cutting riders now favour, are in themselves worth the price of the book.

Harrison includes plenty of people in her story as well, from classic trainers like Buster Welch, Pine Johnson and Leon Harrel, to avid non-pros. All of these people give anecdotal explanations of why the sport and the horses have such a hold on them. Letting people like this tell their stories makes for entertaining and often rather moving reading.

There's one odd, and rather amusing, aspect of this book -- when I tried to look up Leon Harrel in the index I couldn't find him. Then I realized that none of the humans quoted or described in the book are listed in the index. You can look up every passing reference to Smart Date or Doc O Lena, but Harrison appears to have left the people out of the index entirely. That alone tells you all you need to know about Harrison's love for horses and cutting.

My only complaint is that I wanted more and yet more details. This book could have been twice as long and I would still have read it in a sitting. ... Read more

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Longeing and ground training are an important part of horsemanship, both in training the horse and in the education of the rider.

This book explains the principles of handling and training horses safely from the ground, including leading, teaching good ground manners, and preparation for longeing. It provides an introduction to longeing, equipment, techniques, and longeing for various purposes, including longeing to improve the horse's movement and longeing the rider. Because longeing is an activity that requires skill, knowledge, and safe techniques, The USPC Guide to Longeing and Ground Training is essential to understanding what you will need, what to do, and how long to do it safely for yourself and your horse.

This guide can be used by Pony Clubbers, instructors, and all horse owners who want to learn about longeing and how to use this technique safely to benefit their horses' training.
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Good information for beginners
For both horse and rider, longeing and ground training are some of the most important aspects of horsemanship. What the horse learns on the ground translates into its movement under saddle. And the rider who can control his or her horse on the ground, fares better mounted than one who cannot. Combined with the recommendations of the USPC (US Pony Clubs), this book makes a valuable addition to the novice rider looking to learn how to ground train and longe.

As someone already familiar with ground training, since that's mostly all I do with my mare, I didn't find any new information in this book. What I did find was clear, easy to understand, instructions on how towork the horse from the ground. Many of the instructions are prefaced with the admonition to find an experienced horse person to help, and it's believed that within the levels system of the USPC, that a lower leveled rider would find someone of higher levels to help. Information on wearing safety gear for both the horse and rider was welcome. And some of the ground training information, such as dealing with the pushy horse, have been echoed by other popular trainers.

With that said, I wouldn't totally dismiss this volume out of hand for an intermediate level person. However, what I'd purchased it for - to learn more ground training exercises for my mare - wasn't what this book was about. And I would have to say, that if I'd known the volume's beginner nature, I wouldn't have purchased it. There is some good information here. But if you're familiar with longeing, then be prepared to sit through some elementary stuff to get to the tidbits of information.

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Perfect for all horse enthusiasts
This book is perfect for new and experienced horse people.It is filled with a great deal of real world instruction.I've read several intructional books and this had to be the easiest to follow.

Something for everyone
This book is a must reference for beginners through advanced horse people.It is clear and concise with enough detail to provide insights for the advanced person, yet it is not written in such a manner that the beginnerfeels overwhelmed.This book is definately worth the price. ... Read more

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"This book is a welcome addition to the literature in the field of horse training and should be in the library of any serious, caring horseperson."
--Gincy Self Bucklin

Author of What Your Horse Wants You to Know and How Your Horse Wants You to Ride: Starting Out, Starting Over

With unique insight based on years of experience, author Sarah Blanchard describes horse training based on positive motivation and cooperation instead of subservience and domination. The Power of Positive Horse Training: Saying Yes to Your Horse helps you understand your horse's agenda and explains rewards-based training. It goes beyond theory and:
* Helps trainers and riders create a logical, consistent system of requests, responses, and rewards
* Teaches communication skills and methods that build respect and a rewarding relationship
* Describes nine specific, progressive exercises designed to improve communication and cooperation between horse and rider
* Explains how to use positive training techniques to solve six common behavioral problems


This book helps you forge a bond of understanding and trust with your horse that leads to enhanced responsiveness and teamwork. . . . and make riding a pure joy. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Horse Lover
This book gives good incite to the person who is trying to partner with their horse.Trying to find your way when everyone has an opinion is hard.This approach is a balanced approach, good for you and the horse.

Great 'undersaddle' training hints.
I did thoroughly enjoy this book.I have done and read a significant amount of natural training methods so some of the ground work stuff was fairly elementary and sometimes not as 'natural' as I would like - found it to be a little incongruent with the 'positive' and 'saying yes' part of the title.

None-the-less the under saddle trainingsuggestions - especially teaching the half halt and circle work - were invaluable and made this book a worthwhile purchase.Like any book I its important to take away what is useful to you and not be too critical of the remainder which may work very well for others.

One of the Top Two Books To Own
What a great book! With so many books available on natural horsemanship, horse behavior and training it's easy to accummulate a whole equestrian library rather quickly. There are really only two books you can't go without though:
Gincy Bucklin's What Your Horse Wants You to Know and Sarah Blanchard's The Power of Positive Horse Training.
Not only are both books full of great suggestions but more importantly they help bridge the language barrier between horse and human. Wonderful books to own, easy and interesting to read and great reference tools and morale builders when you and your equine partner hit a road block. ... Read more

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Based on rich and illustrious traditions, equestrian pursuits are glamorous worlds unto themselves. In this high-stakes arena, aristocrats rub shoulders with movie stars and heads of state. This book profiles the trappings surrounding such exclusive pursuits as horse breeding, horse racing, polo and horse auctions. This glamorous domain offers visual treats ranging from finely tooled saddles and tackle to eleborate trophies. We also survey the wide variety of art based on the noble steed and the impeccable clothing and accessoires required for these equestrian activities. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

NOT WHAT I THOUGHT!
I DONT KNOW WHAT I WAS EXPECTING,HOWEVER THIS WASNT IT.I WAS EXPECTING SOME BEAUTIFUL STABLES AND PROPERTYINSTEAD ITS JUST A LOT OF HORSE PICTURES AND THEY DONT REALLY SEEM TIED TOGETHER!ITS A BIG BOOK WITH LOTS OF COLOR PICTURES BUT SOME HOW IT FALLS SHORT OF BEING A GREAT BOOK.

Beautiful!
I really enjoyed this book.The photos are breathtaking.A book for the horse lover and photographer.

Visually Arresting but a Disappointment
While packed with lovely photographs and high quality printing, this volume is a real disappointment. It strikes me as not knowing its market--it is quite superficial and not for the serious horseperson, but by the same token doesn't seem aimed at those with a romantic affection for equestrian matters or the "lifestyle." ... Read more

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Sets down the fundamental principles of the German system and includes considerations of the psychological aspects of horse and rider relationship. Fully illustrated with drawings and illustrations. ... Read more

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Principels of riding
Principles of Riding: Official Instruction Handbook of the German National Equestrian Federation

This is a must read for anyone who owns and rides horses.
The German training scale is the most well renowned horse training system in the world, and aims at developing muscles and movment in the horse to prolong its life.
Fantastic book.

Book purchase
excellentdelivery service. booksare ingreat condition atvery goodprice! Those books i ordered,just went up $10 more after i got all 5 of them!

A Great Reference Book
This classic teaching manual provides a complete basic instruction course for horse and rider using the German training system. No matter you are a jumper, dressage, or trail rider, this book is probably the most complete reference book for every beginner trough First Level rider. I recommend it to everyone who is willing to start his and his horse's training with the basics and to build on them. I list the contents here because I did miss it when I bought the book.
GENERAL: Equine Nature, the Rider, The School Horse, The Instructor, The training Area, The School, Code of Practice for Hacking Out and Cross-Country Riding, Dress and Equipment, Preparation for Riding. THE BASIC TRAINING FOR THE RIDER: Planning the Training, Seat and Position, Application of the Aids, "Feel", Co-ordination and Effect of the Aids. BASIC EXERCICES: Riding-in and Exercises to obtain Looseness (Losgelassenheit), Basic Schooling Exercises and Dressage Movements, Basic Jumping Exercises for the Rider, Basic Exercises in Outdoor and Cross-Country Riding/Jumping, Weekend and Long Distance Rides, Hunting, Drag Hunts and Simulated Hunts. BASIC TRAINING FOR THE HORSE: The Rider, Horse's Development and Behaviour, The Basic Gaits, Initial Handling and Backing, Dressage Training (Basic flatwork), Jumping Training, Cross-Country Training, Training Horses with Conformation Defects and Difficult Temperaments. TIPS FOR RIDING IN COMPETITION: Riding a Dressage Test, Riding in a Jumping Competition, Riding in Cross-Country Competitions ... Read more

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Melissa's slim, delicate beauty belies her strength and determination to succeed in her job as assistant manager at a premier Connecticut equestrian facility. Suddenly having the romantic interest of a handsome man and her career on the fast track, her dreams seem about to come true until she enters a stall one morning to find the farm manager unconscious, lying in a pool of blood. Upon awakening, he has no recollection of what happened, launching a police investigation that brings long-kept secrets of the farm's history to the surface.Throughout this upheaval Melissa finds herself drawing closer to David, one of the trainers at the barn who has a reputation for avoiding relationships like the plague. But fate can't be denied and Melissa and David deal with their intense desire for each other as they are plunged into the turmoil threatening the farm to which they've both tied their futures. When David is placed under suspicion by the police and Melissa herself is attacked, they must weave their way through intrigue and danger to protect themselves and their dreams. ... Read more

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Professional proofreaders are your friend
...and I wish the author had used a better proofreader.Oh my.

I wonder just how many elite H/J barns would hire someone to be an assistant manager, and then have to teach them how to count strides?

Totally unrealistic.

A fantastic setting, romance, mystery, and suspense!
A DANGEROUS DREAM gives the reader suspense, mystery, and a fabulous setting to enjoy as love weaves its way into the lives of Melissa and David.

At the elite Deer Creek Farm the reader sees behind the scenes of the glamour and glitz of horse shows like the Grand Prix to the hard work, skill, and talent that makes grand equestrian shows possible.

Melissa's life is forever changed when she goes to Deer Creek Farm as an assistant barn manager. Early on the reader senses something is unusual about her being hired by such an elite stable. While she is not a part of this rarified world, she loves horses and is determined to use her considerable talent and skill to build a life for herself in this unique arena of life. When she encounters the reticent horse trainer David, who is just as career-oriented as she is, a subtle awareness begins to simmer.

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A fantastic novel for horse lovers
A Dangerous Dream by Mary Paine is an amazing book.I couldn't put it down.I've been looking for a novel about the horse show jumping world for a long time and finally found a wonderful one!Author Mary Paine obviously has a deep loves of horses and showing and shares her knowledge and experience in an exciting story wrapped up with romance and mystery.I couldn't ask for more!

A Must For All Equestrians & Those Who Want To Be
All Equestrian and non-Equestrians will not be able to put A Dangerous Dream down.
Mystery, romance, and a beautiful story line that keeps the reader
captive. I read A Dangerous Dream from beginning to end
with no break. All readers, Equestrian and non-Equestrian will learn,
enjoy and love this book.

Sizzling!
A Dangerous Dream

A racy and romantic mystery set against a backdrop of Connecticut's elite equestrian world. A page turner with twists of the heart and breath-holding excitement. Highly recommended!
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OUTNUMBERED

The new rancher in Keyes Ridge valley is eager to make life easier for the horses. "Use compassion when you train a horse," Maggie declares. "No way," the ranchers reply. "We use force-fight methods. For decades. It works. Leave us alone." Maggie doesn't. She figures if one rancher acknowledges her compassionate training ideas, the others will follow. Resentment against her efforts intensifies. The ranchers' hostility erupts. She's threatened and told to get out or else! Maggie stays and, undaunted, launches a new, exceptionally unique program. She's determined to change the ranchers' minds. Even if it means jumping out of the frying pan and into the fire!

In OUTNUMBERED, we're in the saddle for a thrilling, singular ride with believable, memorable characters, endearing animals, and an impressive, masterly developed plot of scheming intrigue unraveling at a galloping pace to finish with a stunning, dramatic conclusion! ... Read more

Customer Reviews (3)

Great book with a great theme
Having owned horses, I loved this book, which had a theme to never underestimate the sensitivity and intelligence of these animals, and that so much more in training can be accomplished if one just takes his/her cue from the horse's behavior and "body language" so to speak.Great book!

Heartwarming story!
"Outnumbered" is a wonderful book, a heartwarming story about what a horse is all about, with specific training guidelines and the story of one horse in particular, named Intrepid.Horse knowledge in itself makes this volume valuable--I learned more than I ever knew I didn't know!I also liked the down-to-earth characters, real-life situations, and just how real and genuine it felt.If you like horses, don't miss this one.

horse lover
I am a horse lover and really enjoyed this book. It was very captivating and engaging. I really liked Norma's new "compassion" method for training horses. It is is completely different than the
old way of thinking. A very good read.
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Never look a Gift Horse in the mouth. Carson Reynolds would dispute that statement. A gift horse got him into this mess in the first place. His mission: transform a run-down horse farm into the premium facility in the Pacific Northwest and a disorganized horse trainer with a penchant for self-sabotage into a winner. After six years, Samantha MacIntyre has returned to the scene of a horrific barn fire allegedly caused by her carelessness. She accepts the head trainer position at that run-down facility to prove her innocence and to ride the talented, temperamental horse Carson received as a birthday gift. But first, she must pass the test: compete the horse for one season, impress Carson, and best his sister's preferred trainer. As Sam and Carson get closer to the truth and mishaps escalate into serious accidents, and with the help of an opinionated equine, they face a surprising reality--that love is more important than ambition, money, orblue ribbons. ** Note: Some parts written in the horse's point of view. ** A Bookstrand Mainstream Romance ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Not even a beach read.
I've been enjoying reading authors who, like me, grew up with dog-eared copies of The Black Stallion and every other horse book available. Carolyn Banks and her hysterical mysteries, and Sara Gruen with her vivid and believable tales. So I decided to try this one and am glad it was cheap. First, the story takes place outside of Seattle in an area called 'The Eastside' by people who live here (as the main characters supposedly do). It's fairly obvious to me that the author has, at best, been to the Seattle area to ride the Ducks, but she is so lacking in knowledge about the area that it's painful to read. For example, Sam's family lives in Spokane; she lives in Western Washington and the family reunion is on the peninsula...that's a LONG drive for a family reunion. It would be a lot more believable if the family met at Chelan or even in Idaho. Someone familiar with the area would know that. The book lacks any real description of the setting other than those things everyone around the country knows--the Space Needle and Mt Rainier. Other than that, she may as well be writing about Oklahoma for how generalized she is.

Her character development is mainly to build up to sex scenes. Ass is a common adjective she uses. Tight ass, sweet ass, you get the idea. The horse action seems to just be there to fill out the panting love scenes--which are the best written parts of the book.

I think the author should focus on writing short sexy stories for racy magazines and leave the novels to the professionals. If you want a good story and good writing, check out the authors I mentioned. You won't be disappointed, unless you just want a Harlequin-quality read.

Loved the heroine, the hero, and especially Gabbie
What a great story. Ms. Davenport creates two very diverse characters and vividly shows how each influences the other as their relationship grows. The descriptions make me feel like I'm there. Add in the high stakes for both Samantha and Carson, and wow! I couldn't put it down.

One last note: I fell so in love with Gabbie. What a wonderfully, quirky character and my hat is off to Ms. Davenport for giving her a voice.

Thanks for a great read!

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If you love horses, you'll love this book!
The author's passionate love of horses and commitment to their welfare is evident in every page of this comprehensive guide to pony breeding. For the professional breeder, the book is an answer to a dream. Anyone who enjoysbeing around horses will enjoy this book, because the author generouslyshares a wealth of insights gained from years of experience as a rider anda breeder. The book will be invaluable to those seeking to purchase ahorse, since it provides unique pointers on how to judge the character of ahorse.The author's style is sharp, fresh, and entertaining.Don't missthis informative and delightful book! ... Read more

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The book has no illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website (GeneralBooksClub.com). You can also preview excerpts of the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Publisher: London ; Edinburgh : W. ... Read more

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"True horsemanship training is about people first."
--Charles Wilhelm

Charles Wilhelm's Ultimate Foundation Training has transformed thousands of horses into more responsive, mannerly companions. In this book, Wilhelm trains you to use his tried and true principles in training your horse. Go inside the horse's mind to see how he thinks and learns, so you can communicate in a language your horse understands. Discover why and how foundation training works. Wilhelm's uniquely successful methods will help you build a relationship that's more rewarding for both you and your horse--one that lasts a lifetime.
* Discover why working with your horse should be fun--and why you should stop if it isn't
* Learn to identify your horse's emotional level and personality type
* Find out the ten secrets your horse wishes he could tell you
* Understand why consistency is essential in establishing desired behavior
* Communicate with your horse using the right combination of pressure and release, patience, persistence, and conscientious follow-through
* Recognize why it's never, ever the horse's fault ... Read more

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great read!
Just started reading it, so far it is a great book. Charles does amazing things with horses and i've learned alot with his books and seeing his clinics at different expos.

Wonderfully written!
Charles Wilhelm's book, Building your Dream Horse, is well-written, easy to understand, and inspiring.Anyone with a little horse-sense can use what he has to offer to help train their horse.I have recommended it to several people who are delighted with the results they have acheived by following the advice offered here.It seems to be especially helpful to the novice horseman, but even a old cowhand could learn something from this book.

Useful, but not "Ultimate."

I was looking for a step-by-step method for training a young horse, and this isn't it.Mr. Wilhelm describes his round pen or leadline methods for starting and stopping the horse's feet, and then suddenly we are in the saddle teaching the horse to give to the bit, with no explanation of how we got up there!
My dream horse might automatically understand about carrying a saddle and having a rider on board without being systematically taught about those things, but I sure don't want to count on it.
There's a lot of useful information in this book, I'm not going to toss it out, but I'll need to look elsewhere for a system of foundation training.

Great Gift
I got this book as a gift for my mom, and she loves it. It really fits the "going back to horses" frame of mind, as Charles Wilhelm stated in the introduction. She has had horses her whole life, but hasn't been very involved the past 10-15 years, and Charles Wilhelm seems to understand that, and is helping her to work her way back in comfortably. Great easy read that teaches you a lot!

Excellent book - would highly recommend!
Thank you so much for writing such a great book!I found it to be very easy to read and easy to follow when applying your techniques from the book to my everyday handling of my horses.Mr. Wilhelm really knows how to convey his training methods through his words and make it easy to understand.Thank you so much Mr. Wilhelm for your book.I hope to someday make it to one of the horse expositions you go to! ... Read more

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Horse lovers and Olympic sports enthusiasts alike will be delighted by the exciting history of Olympic equestrian sports chronicled in this book. The important health and humane issues, the development of the rules, the cost associated with the sport, its exhilarating future, and the public's perception are extensively covered. Show Jumping, Dressage, and the Three-Day Event are the disciplines that are explored in detail. This book highlights remarkable horses such as Keen, Charisma, and Abdullah, and memorable riders such as Hilda Gurney, Bruce Davidson, and David and Karen O'Connor. Behind-the-scenes anecdotes and stories from riders, officials, chefs d'equipe, and other important players bring the history of Olympic equestrian competition to life. ... Read more

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You will not be disappointed
This book is wonderfully put together.Not only does it go into depth about the history of the olympics, but it also includes wonderful pictures.From the beginning to the present, this book tells all.The author goesinto how the equestrian sport started in the olympics andto the uncertainfuture.There are endless profiles on famous riders and their famoushorses. This is a wonderful book to add to your library. ... Read more

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I have a piece of the art of Edward Algerton Stuart Douglas'
I want to see more of jis work as illustrated in thisbook.I am interested in new or used copy. It is an excellect book on this phase of Art and covers many artists.Plese contact me. ... Read more