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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.
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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.
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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.
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|  | Massage for Horses
by Mary Bromiley
A useful tool in preparing a horse for competition and to aid in recovery after a hard workout.
Learn techniques to promote
relaxation and improve blood flow. Identifies stress areas for various disciplines, including the specific needs of the driving horse. PB 24 pp.
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 | Mini School
by Sabine Ellinger
An inclusive look at training and conditioning the miniature horse. Learn how to improve communication,
trust, and your mini’s athletic
ability. From basic training to in-hand dressage movements and entertaining tricks, teaching a mini is easy, rewarding, and fun. This inspiring book will give you new ways to showcase your mini’s many talents. HB 163 pp.
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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. PB 163 pp.
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 | My Fat Horse
by Birgit van Damsen & Romo Schmidt
Examines the problem of obesity in horses. Identifies the causes, symptoms, and consequences of excess weight. Learn how to recognize if your horse is overweight
through body condition scoring. Tables and graphics help make the job of managing equine weight easier. PB 80 pp.
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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.
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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 | #012-3111 HB | | $40.00 |
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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.
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