Beyond the Rainbow Bridge by Kimberly Gatto It is never easy to say goodbye to a beloved horse.  This poignant book is designed to help us understand, cope, and heal from the loss of a horse.  Touching stories and practical advice provide comfort through the grieving process.  A must read for anyone who is suffering from the loss of a horse through accident, illness, sale, or other circumstance.  HB  175 pp. #031-A0694                 $28.95		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
	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                 $12.95		All Horse Systems Go by Nancy Loving An in-depth veterinary care and conditioning resource that focuses on optimizing your horse’s performance.  Techniques for respiratory and cardiovascular conditioning, warm-up and cool-down strategies, and management of muscle injury and pain are discussed.  Includes valuable first aid info.  Over 500 full color photos accompany this comprehensive text.  PB  616 pp.  #031-A0696                 $45.00
	Understanding the Pony by Karen Briggs Describes an extensive list of pony breeds from the UK, US, and from around the world.  Outlines the many disciplines in which ponies excel, including pleasure driving and combined driving.  Anyone who appreciates the wily intelligence and inherent hardiness of a pony will find this guide to be invaluable.  PB  118 pp. #031-P0672                  $14.95		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
	Sports Massage for Horses by Pennie Hooper Find out how to use massage to improve your horse’s performance.  Clear instructions are aimed at identifying equine muscular strain, loosening those muscles, and providing more freedom of movement.  Examples of human comparisons explain how a horse actually feels.  Includes a useful guide to specific performance related problems.  HB  60 pp. #031-A0683                 $24.95		The Injury-Free Horse by Amanda Sutton Keeping your horse injury free is essential in all performance disciplines.  Learn proper conditioning methods and alternative exercise regimes to prepare the horse’s body for the competitive demands placed upon it.  Stretching and suppling exercises are outlined, including a tail stretch that can help a crupper-sensitive horse.  A special section is devoted to the specific needs of the driving horse.  PB  160 pp.  #031-I0283                   $19.95
	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		Body Language of Horses by Tom Ainslie and Bonnie Ledbetter Learn how to relate to horses with mutual trust and affection. Examines equine sensory facilities and social interactions. Reveals how horses communicate their needs and desires through their posture, sounds, and gestures. HB 208 pp. #031-B0054        $20.00
	Breaking Your Horse’s Bad Habits by Dayton Sumner Helps us understand how fear and stress can cause horses to behave badly. Advice on reducing stressful conditions and tips on corrective action will help cure most behavioral problems. A specific chapter is devoted to bad habits in harness. HB 226 pp. #031-DD0039          $19.95		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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