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Books for Beginners
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Bombproof Your Horse by Sgt. Rick Pelicano Systematic approach to de-spooking horses by a mounted police officer. A program of exercises will make your horse calm and more confident in any situation. PB 182 pp. #031-M0653 $24.95
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The Essential Guide
to Carriage Driving by Robyn Cuffey and Jaye-Allison Winkel A practical guide to the sport of carriage driving. Over 350 photographs and diagrams explain the different types of equipment available. A useful resource list is also included. PB 147 pp. #031-0250 $24.95 |
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Bombproofing Tips by Perry Wood Take the time to train your horse to accept the unexpected. This booklet explains the tools you need to develop a more trusting relationship with your equine partner. By using distance, repetition, and positive reinforcement, you can teach your horse to think more and to react less. PB 24 pp. #031-B0879
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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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Buying a Horse by Peter Gray Learn where to buy, what to look for, and how to avoid potential problems. Offers tips on suitability, conformation faults, vices, and the vetting process. PB 24 pp. #031-P0532 $12.95 |
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Drive On by Doris Ganton Explains the type of driving done by various breeds of horses in harness. Special specifications, training, and class descriptions of different breed shows are presented. PB 180 pp. #031-D0032 $15.00 |
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Starting to Drive by Sallie Walrond A step-by-step introduction to carriage driving for the beginner. Graphic illustrations and clear text emphasize correct harness fit, putting to, and basic driving techniques. PB 24 pp. #031-S0261 $12.95 |
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Carriage
Driving by Heike Bean and Sarah Blanchard A reprint of the classic 1992 edition. Discusses the training of the driving horse from a dressage perspective. Equine mechanics, proper equipment, and ground training are also covered. An entire chapter is devoted to pair driving. PB 272pp. #031-D0566
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Introduction to Driving by the British Driving Society A comprehensive introduction to driving with the emphasis on safety and correct procedures. PB 64 pp. #012-3094 $12.00 |
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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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Driving Do's and Don'ts by Sallie Walrond Valuable advice for safe, enjoyable driving. Proper harness fit, vehicle maintenance, and getting ready for a show are discussed. PB 24 pp. #031-D0245 $12.95 |
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Driving Questions Answered by Sallie Walrond Common-sense advice and solutions to common problems such as fear of traffic, refusing to stand still, and pulling various types of carriages are explained along with the correct fit of vehicle for both the horse and driver. PB 24 pp. #031-D0232 $12.95 |
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Driving a Harness Horse by Sallie Walrond This step-by-step format will help the newcomer learn the safest and most efficient way of driving a harness horse. Correct driving position, whip and rein handling, and proper balancing of a two-wheeled vehicle are all clearly explained. HB 192 pp. #031-D0093 $41.95 |
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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 $43.95 |
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Drive Smartly-Drive
Safely by the Carriage Association of America Discussion of the ten most common causes of accidents and ways of avoiding them, many safety rules, and feeding the pleasure driving horse. A chart giving the correct lengths and heights for poles and splinter bars and a table for shaft lengths and widths is exceptionally valuable. PB 14 pp. Updated 2005. #012-3051
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Driving by Anne Norris and Caroline Douglas A photographic guide of how to drive and how not to drive. Shortening and lengthening of the reins is explained, as well as tips for proper turning. Common rein handling faults are well illustrated. PB 24 pp. #031-D0313 $12.95 |
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Driven Dressage with
the Single Horse by Sandy Rabinowitz Basic principles of driven dressage are clearly depicted by excellent line illustrations. Easy-to-understand tips will help improve your training. Practical suggestions for working at home and at the show grounds are included. PB 70 pp. #012-6022 $15.00 |
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Standard References
for Traditional Drivers: Carriage and Harness Care by the Carriage Association of America Volume V in this educational series outlines the proper maintenance, care, and storage of driving equipment. Includes sound advice for protecting your investment in carriages and harness. PB 12 pp. #012-3273 $5.00
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Carriages: A General
Maintenance Book What to look for to keep your carriage in tip-top shape. Discusses wheels, bearings, hydraulic brakes, and battery-operated lights. Shows how to bleed brakes on traditional wooden Amish-made carriages. Also includes tips on storing and cleaning carriages. PB 10 pp. #031-0251 $2.50 |
Videos & DVDs for Beginners
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An Introduction
to Turnout and Presentation (Video) This video will help you create the best possible picture for either the pleasure show ring or the presentation phase of a combined driving event. A variety of experts share tips on the appropriate dress for driver, passengers, and grooms. Important details regarding harness, spares, lamps, and whips are included as well as a helpful checklist for CDE presentation. 45 mins. #012-6047 $39.95 |
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An Introduction to Turnout and Presentation (DVD) This video will help you create the best possible picture for either the pleasure show ring or the presentation phase of a combined driving event. A variety of experts share tips on the appropriate dress for driver, passengers, and grooms. Important details regarding harness, spares, lamps, and whips are included as well as a helpful checklist for CDE presentation. 45 mins. #012-6051 $39.95 |
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Horse & Cart (DVD) by Robyn Cuffey As a follow-up to the popular book, Essential Guide to Carriage Driving, this tape guides the beginner through the selection of safe and affordable driving equipment for the single horse. Various styles of carts and harness are discussed as well as safe methods of harnessing up, putting to, and driving on the road. DVD format only. #031-0252 $30.00 |
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Double
Up (DVD) by Jane MacInnes An introduction to pair driving by the presenter of the popular video, Between the Shafts. The different equipment used with a pair is discussed along with pair driving techniques and rein handling. Combined driving and commercial work with pairs are both shown. 60 mins. DVD format. #031-V3428
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Between the Shafts
(DVD) by the British Driving Society A comprehensive guide to driving a single horse with an emphasis on safety. Contains a detailed look at correct fitting of harness and carriage, putting to, safe driving techniques, and proper care of equipment. 90 mins. DVD format. #031-V3429
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Breaking and Training the
Driving Horse (DVD) by Doris Ganton Clearly shows the fundamentals for starting a horse in harness. Step-by-step instructions guide the viewer through a safe and easy system. 90 mins. DVD format. #031-V0734 $39.95 |
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