Equestrian and animal sports Books
Brown Dog Books The Yard: How A Horse Healed My Heart
Book Synopsis“Feel-good, laugh out loud funny, yet also deeply moving…” “The way Grace has written about her mental health issues and woven it around the story is inspirational and will strike a chord with many readers” The comical tales of a new mum on her journey from post-natal depression to the dawning of her self-worth as she discovers adventure, friendship and the healing power of horses. Join Grace as she battles her negative thought patterns and fears amongst a backdrop of eccentric characters, pampered farm animals and the glorious Yorkshire countryside. Wisdom comes from unexpected sources leading Grace to a psychological and spiritual awakening of the true meaning of motherhood. While an elderly, opinionated pony teaches her how to love her daughter, a scary young sports horse teaches her how to relax and enjoy life again. Just watch out for the goats… For fans of James Herriot and Ruby Ferguson’s Jill books, The Yard is a hilarious and heart-warming, joy to read.
£11.69
Quiller Publishing Healthy Gut Healthy Horse
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£22.50
Shona Lawson Pony in My Pocket: Have you ever wanted something
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£6.64
Penguin Books Ltd My Animals and Other Family
Book SynopsisMy Animals and Other Family by Clare Balding is a funny, brave, tender story of self-discovery''I had spent most of my childhood thinking I was a dog, and suspect I had aged in dog years.''Clare Balding grew up in a rather unusual household. Her father a champion trainer, she shared her life with more than 100 thoroughbred racehorses, mares, foals and ponies, as well as an ever-present pack of boxers and lurchers. As a toddler she would happily ride the legendary Mill Reef and take breakfast with the Queen.She and her younger brother came very low down the pecking order. Left to their own devices, they had to learn life''s toughest lessons through the animals, and through their adventures in the stables and the idyllic Hampshire Downs. From the protective Candy to the pot-bellied Valkyrie and the frisky Hattie, each horse and each dog had their own character and their own special part to play.The running family joke was thTrade ReviewMoving, funny and larger than life -- Michael MorpurgoSimply fabulous -- Jilly Cooper
£10.44
The Crowood Press Ltd Principles of Farriery
Book SynopsisA respected equine vet and farrier have joined forces to produce this manual for trainee and working farriers. This fully updated new edition for 2022, starts with a brief history of farriery, then looks at the legalities of the job and how to control equines for trimming and shoeing. The authors describe the care and maintenance of the forge and farriery tools, as well as the anatomy and function of the horse, especially the lower limbs, the principles of foot balance, and the practice of shoeing. Shoe making, surgical shoes, lameness and shoeing are dealt with in detail, and the book is embellished with hundreds of specially taken photos, and explanatory line drawings.
£51.00
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Horse Encyclopedia
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£22.50
Anness Publishing The Complete Book of Horses Breeds Care Riding
Book SynopsisExpert advice on breeds, all aspects of horse care, and step-by-step riding techniques, fully updated.
£17.00
Troubador Publishing Harmonious Horsemanship
Book SynopsisAll too often, pain in ridden horses is labelled as 'bad' behaviour. The apparently ‘sound’ horse is 'naughty', 'lazy', 'difficult', 'explosive', 'spooky', 'nappy', and more. These labels are wrong. Pain impacts all aspects of a horse's performance, including its partnership with the rider, and its potential to progress. It does not always create lameness. Relieving pain can lead to greater potential, a deeper partnership, and improved performance. In ‘Harmonious Horsemanship: Use of the Ridden Horse Ethogram to Optimise Potential, Partnership and Performance', Sue Dyson and Sue Palmer share their professional knowledge and experience. You will learn how to use a checklist of 24 behaviours to check for musculoskeletal pain in ridden horses. The book includes a gripping mix of research studies, contributions from industry experts, and real-life case studies. Only by first recognising pain can we then address it through accurate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. This book, full of practical tools and backed by solid robust science, teaches you how to use ridden behaviour to recognise the subtle signs of pain, even in horses that appear to be sound. It is for anyone who cares about the horse, whether you are an interested amateur owner or an experienced equestrian professional. Together, we can make the world a better place for horses.
£27.99
The Crowood Press Ltd Balancing Act: The Horse in Sport - an
Book SynopsisIn no uncertain terms, this book asks what it means to be a responsible rider, and whether, in today's society, it is indeed possible for equestrians in any horse sport to put the good of the horse first and foremost, and above ambition and fame. With vibrantly clear illustrations of the horse's anatomy and how it is impacted by various riding techniques, Balancing Act presents proof that, although some steps have been taken to prevent the use of forceful and cruel techniques, many sport horses still perform in pain and discomfort. With fabulous art to help show the anatomy of the horse and multiple examples of poor riding in pictures so that the reader can avoid similar pitfalls, Dr. Heuschmann gives all of us reasons to examine ourselves and those around us through the lens of the horse's welfare. Readers will also find five chapters full of researched and proven recommendations for retraining horses with behavioural or biomechanical issues related to poor training techniques, including: the tense horse; the rein-lame horse; the horse with gait deviations; the hyperflexed horse; and the unbalanced horse that is completely off the aids. In paperback for the first time with new observations from the author, Balancing Act is for every conscientious horse person intent on riding and training with the good of the horse in mind.
£21.60
Crumps Barn Studio LLP Where did I go Rediscovering My Identity Lost
Book SynopsisPolly Williamson sustained a life-altering 'traumatic brain injury' in a dramatic incident with a young horse. This is her account of the damage to both her body and mind and the extraordinary challenge she faced to regain a sense of her identity so that she could return home to her children. Foreword by HRH The Princess Royal.
£11.07
Pen & Sword Books Ltd Champion Jump Horse Racing Jockeys
Book SynopsisForeword by top-selling thriller writer Felix Francis, whose father Dick was a champion jump jockey in 1953/4.
£13.49
Workman Publishing Horse Handling and Grooming Haltering Leading
Book SynopsisWith easy-to-follow instructions and clear photographs, this guide shows you everything you need to know to safely and effectively handle and groom your horse. Veteran trainer Cherry Hill shares expert techniques for haltering, tying, clipping, bathing, braiding, leading, blanketing, and more. Learn how proper horsekeeping not only helps your animal look and feel its best, but can enhance the special bond between horse and rider. Horse Handling & Grooming will help riders of all abilities improve, and even expand, their horsekeeping skills.
£15.29
Trafalgar Square Beyond Horse Massage Wall Chart
Book SynopsisA great companion to the Book and DVD. Jim Masterson, Equine Massage Therapist for the 2006 and 2008 and 2010 USET Endurance Teams, and for equine clientele competing in FEI World Cup, Pan American and World Games competitions, teaches a unique method of equine bodywork, in which the practitioner recognizes and follows the responses of the horse to touch to release tension in key junctions of the body that most affect performance. Contains step-by-step instructions, photographs and illustrations; is ideally suited to accompany you to the barn, where you will practice the Masterson Method techniques on horses; includes chapters with tips & techniques, anatomical explanations and examples from Jim's practice to help deepen your understanding; has a quick reference section that will point you to exercises that are specifically suited to your particular discipline--dressage, endurance, eventing, show jumping, barrel racing, or others in the vast realm of horse sports. By using these techniques, and knowing the responses to look for, you are able to: achieve a release of accumulated stress in deep-seated key junctions of the horse's body that affects mobility, comfort, attitude, training and performance; restore muscular and structural balance, and natural alignment; enable your horse to perform optimally and respond to your training without stiffness and pain and, finally, achieve new levels of communication and trust with your horse that spill over into other areas of interaction.
£23.65
Workman Publishing 101 Ground Training Exercises for Every Horse &
Book SynopsisGround 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.
£21.84
Bauhan (William L.),U.S. Circle Around Monadnock
Book SynopsisFinding and following two of New Hampshire's oldest trails into historyon horseback
£15.20
Headline Publishing Group True Colours
Book SynopsisWINNER OF INTERNATIONAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR AT THE 2021 TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS''An intelligent and often beautifully observed book'' Donald McRae, The Guardian''A must-read about a career which never dropped out of top gear'' Racing Post''A thoroughly engaging memoir. I can''t recommend this insightful autobiography enough'' Horse & Hound''A superior story: an honest and self-searching account of the glories and thrills but also the doubt and barren spells that visit even rampantly successful jockeys'' The Irish TimesThe riveting full-career autobiography of Barry Geraghty, one of the most successful jump jockeys in the sport''s history. Now retired, Geraghty takes his rightful place in the pantheon of greats that includes AP McCoy, Richard Johnson and Ruby Walsh.Barry Geraghty is an Irish horseracing legend.From his first win in 1997 he has gone on to ride almTrade ReviewAn intelligent and often beautifully observed book * The Guardian *True Colours is a frank, unfiltered tale of a racing icon. After reading the book, you appreciate the lengths Geraghty went to in pursuit of success. Readers are given incredible access to his life and it is a must-read about a career which never dropped out of top gear. * Racing Post *I can't recommend this insightful autobiography enough * Horse & Hound magazine *
£10.44
Quiller Publishing Ltd How to Look Cool Whilst Learning Polo: A Very
Book SynopsisHow To Look Cool Whilst Learning Polo takes a very modern approach to the traditional game of polo. The author, SteveThompson, is a veteran polo instructor and professional player with over twenty years of teaching experience across the globe and this book is a culmination of his teaching and playing experience over two decades in the sport. This book, followed correctly, will save one a lot of pain, frustration and cash by teaching an aspiring player how to function correctly from the very start. More than just a technical 'how to' guide, it provides everything one needs to know to go from zero to hero on the polo field, and more importantly - make sure one looks cool whilst doing it!Trade ReviewThis certainly was easy to read and absorb how polo is played. The book was clearly laid out with high quality images and chapters. With checklists, diagrams and hilarious cartoon anecdotes showing from 'how to loft your ball' to 'scoring on and off the field', this book is a breath of fresh air in its instructional form... This is a great book for all equestrian enthusiasts which would also make a great gift too. If you gifted this book to a young and bold rider, I think it would definitely inspire them to pick up a mallet, buckle up their Argentine belt and head off to the polo field looking incredibly cool! -- Samantha Hobden * Haynet *Table of ContentsForeword PrefaceIntroduction The Difference Between Kids And Grown-Ups Physics! PART I: RIDING GUIDELINES/RIDING LIKE A PRO The Polo Pony Learning How to RideBalance Exercise 1: The Pyramid Stirrups Accommodating Motion Steering Exercise 2: Turning in the Pelvis Basic Polo Riding Walk Trot Exercise 3: Power Trotting Canter Exercise 4: Trot to Canter Transitions Transitions Advanced Polo Riding The Half Seat Exercise 5: The Half Seat Exercise 6: Accelerate / Decelerate Efficient Turning Exercise 7: Circles within Circles Changing Direction Exercise 8: Changing Direction Versatility Exercise 9: Sink left / Sink Right The Tube Exercise 10: Chin on Chest PART II: HITTING SUCCESSFULLY/WINNING AT SWINGING Mallet Essentials The Grip Exercise 11: Balancing the Mallet The Pendulum The Plane The Shots IntentionThe Smiley Technique & Grid Exercise 12: The Smiley Technique The Smiley Grid Exercise 13: The Smiley Grid The Nearside in IsolationThe Hitting Process The Checklist Perception and Height Deficits Making Contact Exercise 14: Working Backwards Hitting Discipline Accuracy On Distance Exercise 15: The Clock Power Hitting, Penalties and Pre-Swings Exercise 16: The Pre-Swing Pitch-Side TrainingPART III: APPLICATION/SCORING ON AND OFF THE FIELD Stick and Balling and Hitting Diagnostics Exercise 17: Stick and Ball Playing Riding Off Hooking Problem Solving Stretching And Finally... Acknowledgements
£22.50
Workman Publishing Zen Mind, Zen Horse: The Science and Spirituality
Book SynopsisEastern philosophy enters the stables in this unique guide to horsemanship. Allan Hamilton describes how horses understand and respond to the flow of vital energy around them. They use this energy, called chi, to communicate with their herd, express dominance, and sense predators. Hamilton shares safe, simple techniques to make you more receptive to your animal’s chi, so you can develop a calm and effective training style that will not only help your horse follow commands, but strengthen the spiritual bond between horse and rider.
£16.14
Headline Publishing Group The Horses in My Life
Book SynopsisMonty Roberts is known as ''the man who listens to horses'' because of his amazing ability to understand and communicate with his equine partners. He has written this book to celebrate the horses throughout his life that have had a special significance: from his first mount, Ginger, through the champion show horses and sprinters, to those he is working with tirelessly today. THE HORSES IN MY LIFE gives a unique insight into his non-aggressive methods and how his relationship with each horse developed. It is an inspirational collection of vignettes that reveals his love and respect for these noble animals. We are invited not only to get to know the individual horses but to share the immense joy that Monty found with them.Trade ReviewThis is a decidedly superior offering for christmas stockings * The South Wales Argus *This is an excellent read which is thought provoking, entertaining and moving. * Aberdeen Press and Journal *
£10.44
The Crowood Press Ltd Is My Horse in Pain
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£18.00
The Crowood Press Ltd 100 School Exercises for Teaching Riding
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£16.14
Headline Publishing Group Making the Running A Racing Life
Book SynopsisThe image of the Derby winner with his leg in plaster was broadcast around the world. Alongside Mill Reef stood a baby-faced man who had won the Arc, the King George, the Eclipse, and now the Derby. He trained for the Queen and Queen Mother; and Lester Piggott, Willie Carson and Frankie Dettori all rode for him, but where had he come from and how had he got there?Ian Balding''s story is one of heartbreaking loss and outrageous good luck. He left Cambridge without a degree but with a rugby blue, and became one of the outstanding amateur sportsmen of his generation. Balding''s burgeoning talent was quickly noticed and he was soon running Peter Hastings-Bass'' stables at Kingsclere. Ian had no money and no experience of running a business, but he learnt fast. In Making the Running, Ian Balding reveals the pressure of maintaining the pace and shares the highs and lows of the sport of kings.Trade Reviewgripping reading... a real must for all racing fans * Sun *
£10.44
Workman Publishing How to Think Like a Horse: The Essential Handbook
Book SynopsisIn this fascinating best seller, Cherry Hill explores the way horses think and how it affects their behavior. Explaining why certain smells and sounds appeal to your horse’s sensibility and what sets off his sudden movements, Hill stresses how recognizing the thought processes behind your horse’s actions can help you communicate effectively and develop a trusting relationship based on mutual respect.
£15.29
Workman Publishing Equine Fitness: A Program of Exercises and
Book SynopsisGet your horse in shape and maintain his overall fitness, regardless of his age or abilities. Equine Fitness will have your horse looking and feeling his best with a series of fun exercise routines specifically designed to enhance his strength, stamina, and agility. Clear step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations make the exercises easy to follow, and the book includes a handy set of pocket-sized cards that you can use in the ring. Jec Ballou’s simple conditioning program promises lasting results for healthy horses and satisfied riders.
£15.19
Quiller Publishing Ltd Pilates for Equestrians: Achieve the Winning Edge
Book SynopsisPilates is an invigorating and proven body conditioning method which helps to strengthen the core muscles used in riding, whilst simultaneously restoring the body's balance. In light of this Pilates for Equestrians is packed with colourful, easy to follow photographs, listing common rider injuries and niggles, with a list of core strengthening exercises to help maintain a more flexible, leaner, fitter body.Trade ReviewA guide to how Pilates can help you develop a more effective riding position and achieve better competition results.Pilates for Equestrians shows how Pilates can benefit all horse riders - whether you're a leisure rider or a professional equestrian.It's good to see a book on this subject directly aimed at the equestrian, although all would benefit from its simple wisdom. With clear photos and explanations of the individual exercises this book could be a great help in improving the suppleness of the nation's riders!...It would be eminently suitable for all those who have made a resolution to improve suppleness and core stability.Table of ContentsPART ONE - Pilates Principles and Basic Considerations Why Riders should do Pilates The Pilates Principles for Riders Your Pilates Aids Core Stability Stabiliser and Mobiliser Muscles Muscle Imbalances and Weaknesses Common Rider Complaints Directions of Movement Targeted Exercises Your Posture PART TWO - Studio Exercises Key Pilates Starting Positions Studio Exercise Programme Exercises from Standing Exercises from Relaxation Position Exercises from Front-lying or Prone Exercises from Four-point Kneeling Exercises from Side-lying Exercises from Sitting Using the Physio Ball PART THREE - The Horse/Rider Partnership Your Equine Partner Ridden Exercises Index
£18.00
Workman Publishing Stablekeeping: A Visual Guide to Safe and Healthy
Book SynopsisYour horses deserve a comfortable and well-kept stable. In this easy-to-use guide, Cherry Hill shows you how to design and maintain an efficient and safe stable environment. With clear instructions and more than 250 photographs, Hill provides in-depth advice on every aspect of stable management, including stalls, tack rooms, work and storage areas, sanitation, safety considerations, and more. Good stablekeeping is an essential element of every successfully equine operation; it ensures a pleasant workplace and creates a healthy and happy environment for your horses.
£15.29
Workman Publishing Teaching Safe Horsemanship: A Guide to English
Book SynopsisDesigned to help instructors create a safe and productive riding environment, this guide provides expert tips on constructing lesson plans, effectively communicating with students, and weeding out dangerous animals. Offering advice on how to minimize accidents and the best way to handle them when they do happen, Jan Dawson also includes suggestions on protective release forms and insurance considerations. Whether your student is learning how to sit in the saddle for the first time or trying to master jumping routines, safe riding is correct riding.
£15.29
Workman Publishing The USDF Guide to Dressage: The Official Guide of
Book SynopsisWhatever your primary equestrian discipline, dressage is an ideal way for you to increase your riding awareness and enhance your relationship with your horse. Providing an overview of basic techniques and a series of helpful training exercises, Jennifer O. Bryant stresses the tenets of harmonious communication between horse and rider as she guides you through the graceful movements of dressage. With suggestions on how to find qualified instructors and information on necessary equipment, this comprehensive guide will inspire you to explore this exciting and rewarding world.
£29.75
Workman Publishing The Horse Conformation Handbook
Book SynopsisHorses with good conformation move fluidly, experience less wear and tear on joints, and are more apt to stay fit. Explaining how conformation relates to structure and function, Heather Smith Thomas shows you how to identify a horse’s desirable attributes and potential faults. You’ll learn to train your eye to see past an animal’s physical beauty and recognize proper balance, leg angles, and height as you confidently select horses that have superior durability, trainability, and athletic potential.
£18.99
Clearview England on Horseback
Book SynopsisTo see England properly, I recommend viewing it from the saddle..' A.F Tschiffely. Travelling through England, and doing it on horseback, is to rediscover both the romance of the countryside and man's relationship with both his environment and his horse. With twelve carefully crafted rides to choose from, from Dorset in the south west to Yorkshire in the north east, this specially photographed book will transport you back to a time before cars and tarmac roads, when life was simpler and slower. Escape down tracks that are carefully catalogued in the Domesday book, or past Thomas Hardy's cottage and great stately houses, through Cotswolds villages and along beaches. Each ride contains a comprehensive map detailed the route and telling you how long it will take, places to stay (that welcome horses), essential kit to take with you and places of interest to visit along the way. In short, an inspirational guide book for the enterprising (or armchair) traveller.
£21.25
Merlin Unwin Books The Ride of My Life: Memoirs of a Sporting Editor
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£17.00
Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc Hunter Seat Equitation Third Edition
Book SynopsisA classic by a world-renowned teacher and master equestrian--the definitive work on the art of teaching and riding the hunter seat, now updated to include refinements in Morris's insightful program of riding instruction.B & W photographs throughout
£32.00
John Wiley & Sons The Lipizzaner Horse
Book SynopsisSince 1580, Lipizzaners have been bred by the Hapsburgs, the Royal family of the Austro-Hungarian Empire to be used in the Royal carriages and as riding horses in the Royal Courts, including The Imperial Riding School in the Hofburg in Vienna. The pure Lipizzaner is a rare breed, due partly, at least, to its turbulent history.
£7.81
Workman Publishing Easy-Gaited Horses: Gentle, humane methods for
Book SynopsisEnjoy a comfortable long-distance ride on a well-trained gaited horse and you’ll be surprised at how easygoing these handsome animals can be. But unique challenges can arise when horse owners more familiar with the standard walk, trot, and canter try to train these complex and multigeared horses to gait correctly. Author Lee Ziegler guides riders through the finer points of developing and maintaining these extra gaits, using humane training methods that stress patience and good horsemanship.
£16.14
Workman Publishing 101 Jumping Exercises for Horse & Rider
Book SynopsisGet jumping! This collection presents a logical series of fun and rewarding exercises that are designed to develop your horse-jumping skills. With straightforward instructions and clear arena maps, this guide can be hung on a pole and easily referenced from the saddle. In addition to clearly articulated goals and progressively difficult variations, each exercise also includes encouraging advice on what the rider should keep in mind while jumping. Saddle up and get ready to fly through the air with grace and confidence.
£22.50
Echo Point Books & Media The Classical Seat: A Guide for the Everyday Rider
£18.52
TransGlobe Publishing Ltd Equine Journeys The British Horse World
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£29.75
Massey University Press The New Zealand Horse
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£36.54
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Saddle Savvy
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£14.52
Griffin Publishing Basic Guide to Equestrian
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£10.44
Workman Publishing The Horse Training Problem Solver: Your questions
Book SynopsisTraining a horse can be a frustrating experience for rider and animal alike. From dealing with a horse that won’t listen to rectifying erratic behavior, this guide covers hundreds of common training challenges and offers proven solutions to your most pressing issues. Stressing effective communication, realistic goals, and the importance of an enjoyable atmosphere, Jessica Jahiel helps you get the most out of your training sessions by pinpointing what’s causing the problem and providing strategies to help both rider and horse stay engaged and focused.
£14.44
Workman Publishing The Rider's Problem Solver: Your Questions
Book SynopsisFrom the best way to break in a pair of stiff new boots to mastering a difficult jumping routine, Jessica Jahiel addresses hundreds of common problems facing amateur horse-riders. Offering helpful tips and plenty of encouragement, this comprehensive guide covers a wide range of riding concerns that include both physical (painful joints) and psychological (fear of accidents) issues. Jahiel’s informal yet informative approach will not only help you overcome nagging riding obstacles, but inspire you to enjoy your riding experience to its fullest.
£14.44
Folklore Publishing The Rangeland Derby: 100 Years of Chuckwagon
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£999.99
Georg Olms Verlag AG Driving: The Horse, the Man & the Carriage from
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£131.99
Nova Science Publishers Inc Applications of Traditional Equestrian Sports in
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£198.39
Author Solutions Inc Behavior Modification for Horses A Positive Method for Training Horses
£13.12
iUniverse No Hurdle Too High The Story of Show Jumper Margie Goldstein Engle
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£14.61
£13.62
