Equestrian Horse

A revolutionary approach to the techniques of working with horses, by a renowned instructor. In Horses Never Lie, renowned horse trainer Mark Rashid challenges the conventional wisdom of "alpha leadership" and teaches the listener to become a "passive leader" - a counterpart to the kind of horse other members of a herd choose to associate with and to follow. Applying Rashid’s principles and techniques helps cultivate horse personalities that are responsive and dependable regardless of the rider.

Many horse trainers, even those who espouse the so-called natural horsemanship approach, take the position that horses who fail to obey a human's request are doing so as much out of perversity as ignorance. That's not Mark Rashid's view. In his words, "If we understand that horses can't separate the way they feel from the way they act, then we can start to see that unwanted behavior isn't bad behavior at all. More times than not, it's just the horse expressing the way he feels at that particular moment in time....

From the Pulitzer Prize winning author of March and People of the Book comes a vivid and unique new novel for lovers of sweeping historical fiction and books about iconic racehorses like Seabiscuit and Secretariat. WINNER OF THE FICTION INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023 WINNER OF THE ABIA LITERARY FICTION...

When Teagan’s father abruptly abandons his family and his farm, Teagan finds herself wading through the wreckage of what was once an idyllic life, searching for something—or someone—to hold on to. What she finds is Ian, short for Obsidian: the magnificent but dangerously headstrong horse...

The popular and highly respected horse trainer Mark Rashid brings together Western and Eastern philosophies to demonstrate a seamless new incarnation of horse training. After years of helping "difficult" horses, Mark Rashid understands how to build the foundation of a horse's training and resolve any problems encountered along the way.

An all-new edition from the bestselling author of ME BEFORE YOU. A gorgeous novel of love, friendship and a horse named Boo by Jojo Moyes, internationally bestselling author of Me Before You, After You and the new bestseller Still Me. 'A tale brimming with tenderness and romance.' - Marie Claire...

From mucking out stables, grooming, feeding, and even visits to the dentist, a lot goes into taking care of a horse.

Have you wondered what it would be like to ride a horse with ease? Have you watched horses races and wanted to learn more? This audiobook highlights different riding styles and competitions, riding attire, and how to find riding competitions near you.

From New York Times bestselling authors Andrews & Wilson, The Equestrian is a relentless, female-driven thriller about loss, vengeance, and redemption. After everything she’s suffered—and everyone she’s lost—Mia Ledger wants nothing more than peace. She spends her days teaching riding...

The home run horse, the runner that makes your fortune and changes your life, can come from anywhere. This book will explore the quest for the superior thoroughbred, who takes up the search for a life-changing horse, and why they do it with limited success.

A uniquely successful approach to overcoming anxiety, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and self-sabotage. Almost every rider has felt fear at some point while working with a horse. Fear is a normal reaction to a frightening situation, and as long as the emotion subsides, it isn’t necessarily a...

Master equestrian care and transform beginner anxiety into a confident, trusting bond with your new equine companion. Whether you are stepping into a bustling barn for the first time or bringing home your first pasture pet, having a reassuring mentor in your ear makes all the difference. Learn...

In this long-awaited and much-requested book based on her "Horseblog" at Book View Caf, author and horse breeder Judith Tarr answers these questions and many more. She looks at horses from the perspective of the writer whose book or story needs them as anything from basic transport to major plot device, and provides definitions, explanations, and links and references for further research - leavened with insight into the world of the horse and the humans who both use and serve him. Here is a guide to the fine art of getting it right.

A PopSugar, Oprah Daily, and BookBub Most Anticipated Romance of 2022! Victorian high society’s most daring equestrienne finds love and an unexpected ally in her fight for independence in the strong arms of London’s most sought after and devastatingly handsome half-Indian tailor. Evelyn...

Sarah's grandfather was a horseman of rare talent - only the exceptional are allowed into France's elite riding academy, Le Cadre Noir. But life took an unexpected turn, and now from a council estate in east London, the Captain hopes to train his granddaughter towards a better life. Natasha is a...

Third in the friendship-led horse-riding series set at an exclusive equestrian boarding school. Ever since her parents sold her last horse, Tabitha has yearned for the chance to build that special bond with another. Now she finally has the chance to do this with Rusty, an ex-racehorse from her...

"Sullivan has found the transcendent in the horse."--Sports Illustrated Winner of a 2004 Whiting Writers' Award One evening late in his life, veteran sportswriter Mike Sullivan was asked by his son what he remembered best from his three decades in the press box. The answer came as a surprise. "I...

Equine behavior specialist Shelby Dennis challenges traditional horse training with a science–backed, force–free approach that builds trust and partnership between horse and rider, debunking myths and exploring the deeper behavior and communication of horses. Secrets of the Horse is a...

Transform your lifelong equestrian passion into a profitable small business without sacrificing the joy of riding. Whether you are planning a bold career change or scaling a stable side hustle, this grounded guide provides the realistic roadmap you need. Escape the exhausting grind of chores...

Karigan G'ladheon always seemed to be getting into a fight, and today was no exception. But as she trudged through the forest, using her long walk home to contemplate her depressing future - and the expulsion it was bound to hold - a horse burst through the woodland and charged straight for her...