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 | 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.
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|  | 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.
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 | Beyond Words
by Marta Williams
Explore the magical connection between nature, animals and humans through intuitive communication which transcends the spoken word. Through true-life accounts, this animal communicator works outside conventional beliefs to bring the voices of animals to those who will listen. PB 203pp.
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|  | Bits and Bitting
by Hilary Vernon
A comprehensive reference to the different types of bits, their fitting, and how they work. Over 400 photographs. A section is devoted specifically to driving bits. HB 127 pp.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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|  | Conditioning Sport Horses
by Hilary Clayton
Provides an understanding of equine exercise physiology to help formulate an individualized conditioning program. An entire chapter is devoted to combined driving with the practical aspects of conditioning a driving horse. Included are strength training exercises, weight training, inertia drills, acceleration exercises, and interval training. PB 132 pp.
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 | Horse Gaits, Balance and Movement
by Susan Harris
By understanding equine structure and movement, we can improve the way a horse uses his body and his ability to perform. No matter what discipline is involved, a horse needs to be able to use his body at the peak of his ability. Various types of movement and performance goals are discussed. PB 178 pp.
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|  | How Your Horse Moves
by Gillian Higgins
An anatomical approach to improving performance by better understanding how a horse is built. Seeing bones and muscles painted on a living, moving horse provides a unique visual aid to help appreciate how movement is produced. Practical exercises are included to improve overall muscle condition. A valuable lesson in anatomy for all horsemen. HB 153pp.
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