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Make the Most of Carriage
Driving by Richard Ellis & Joy Claxton Sound technical advice and encouragement will get you driving safely and correctly. Helpful tips on choosing and maintaining a suitable vehicle and equipment are included. The driving of pairs and tandems is also well covered. Information is also given on what to expect from the show ring including proper etiquette, driving technique, dress and turnout. PB 178 pp. #031-M0163 $22.95 |
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Making Harness by Lewis Martin and Daniel Preston A step-by-step guide that shows how to make driving and farming harness for single and pair or team. Instructions are given for all sizes in easy-to-understand terms. Although it is written for the moderately skilled leather worker, this book is valuable to anyone interested in the process of making harness. Includes a list of sources for tools, harness hardware, leather, equipment, and supplies. Spiral bound. 464 pp. #031-F0501 $58.00 |
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Manual for Driven Dressage by the American Driving Society Written by the Dressage Committee of the ADS to clarify the requirements of driven dressage for judges and competitors alike. Comparative drawings illustrate what various levels should demonstrate. Useful glossary included. Binder 113 pp. #012-6025 $25.00 |
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Miniature Horses:
A Veterinary Guide for Owners and Breeders by Rebecca Frankeny, VMD An in-depth look at the unique medical concerns of miniature horses. Valuable information essential to the breed for anyone involved with minis. HB 163 pp. #031-F0465 $24.95 |
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The Natural Superiority
of Mules by John Hauer A collection of articles, facts, and stories about ordinary and extraordinary mules…and the people who love them. Read tales of intelligence, toughness, sure-footedness, keen sense of self-preservation, and other endearing qualities that make them special. Includes an extensive list of resources and mule events held across the country. A great source of information for those who are interested in learning about these remarkable hybrids. HB 152 pp. #031-M0809 $29.95 |
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The Nature of Horses by Stephen Budiansky Provides insights into why horses behave the way that they do. Evolution, mechanics of movement, social structure, perception, vision, and communication are explored. HB 290 pp. #031-N0168 $30.00 |
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New Sensations for Horse
and Rider by Tanya Larrigan The use of your voice as an aid will build trust, confidence, and greater understanding with your horse. Voice training at liberty is followed by lunge work on both one and two reins. Long reining progresses to basic driving. HB 190 pp. #031-N0476 $37.50 |
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On the Box Seat by Tom Ryder A comprehensive guide to various types of harness, vehicles, equipment and correct methods of driving. Particularly valuable are comprehensive descriptions of proper appointments. Widely considered to be the standard reference on driving today. Details of turnout and appointments for various types of vehicles are addressed. 180 pp. #012-3047 PB $12.95 |
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The Percheron Horse in
America by Joseph Mischka A look at "the horse that powered America", its history, many uses over the years, and enduring appeal. HB 162 pp. #031-P0261 $24.95 |
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Pilates for the Dressage Rider Specific exercises designed to add flexibility and strength to a rider for improved performance in ridden dressage. HB 152 pp. #031-B0919 $25.95 |
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The Principles of Driving by the German National Equestrian Federation The official driving instruction manual of the German National Equestrian Federation. Explains the Achenbach system of driving for singles, pairs, 4-in-hands, 6-in-hands, tandems, randems, and unicorns. A discussion of harness, bits, rein handling, care of equipment and carriages accompany the classic system of training horse and driver. HB 128 pp. #031-D0035
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Putting-to a Pair by Caroline Douglas and Sophie Adkins A guide to safety and correctly harnessing a pair of horses. Includes tips on selecting a carriage, pair harness, and putting to. PB 32 pp. #031-A0668 $12.95 |
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