No comments about Smart Horse: Understanding the Science of Natural Horsemanship.

1 comments about The Horse - His Gaits, Points, and Conformation.

1. I found a battered copy of this book in a university library along with several other books on horse anatomy and decided I had to have my own. It's a rather small book (about the size of a childrens picture book of about 30-40 pages) but with some unparalleled information including comparison of the different gaits, jumping, and different leads (including diagramming of a flying lead change) The author has a good eye for horses and how they move from studying polo and steeplechasers and several good examples of nontypical actions such as midair corrections of jumps because of interference or overjumping are covered. No direct photo reference is given, but the authors drawing style is pleasing and gesturally clear and not overworked as some other animal drawing books are. It does not go into detailed muscle and bone structure (For this I recommend "An Atlas of Animal Anatomy for Artists" by W. Ellenberger and Frances A. Davis)
   
   Overall: I'd place it easily in my top five books for Equine anatomy. Though not as detailed as most, I end up going to it first when I have a problem drawing, then to the hardcore anatomy books second to fine tune. If you're not an artist seeking a reference it's an attractively illustrated book anyway and a good read if interested in a general look at gaits and leads.

2 comments about Buying and Re-Schooling Ex-Racehorses.

1. the book had good information,kept my attention & was easy reading. I was disappointed that it did not cover what I would consider reschooling of ex-racehorses. It was a good introduction to beginning schooling over jumps for horses that are already trained for riding. The book is geared towards people that have a certain level of knowledge and would not necessarily be good for beginner trainers. I am still going to get Coldrey's first book Breaking and Training the Young Horse. Maybe Buying and Reschooling would have been better if I had read Breaking & Training the Young Horse first.



2. I bought this book because I thought it would focus more on the special training an ex racehorse needs. This book contained mostly information on general horse training which intermediate to experienced riders/trainers probably already know. The begining of the book was the most interesting part because it gives the history of the thoroughbred breed. But, the rest of this book was pretty disappointing.

No comments about Horse Talk: The Language of Horses (Cadmos Horse Guides).

2 comments about The American Quarter Horse.

1. The American Quarter Horse Association has participated in producing The American Quarter Horse: An Introduction To Selection, Care, And Enjoyment, a virtual 'bible' of detail on the American quarter house, packing in details for all levels of riders and owners from novices to professionals. From an introductory history of the breed to detailed tips on selecting a horse, stabling, grooming and health, black and white and color photos throughout supplement all the basics needed to own or assess a quarter horse. The American Quarter Horse is an essential reference and a "must" for owners and riders of this remarkable animal.



2. This is one of the best books ever written. Calling all horse lovers- Read this book!!

1 comments about Manual of Pack Transportation.

1. Daly & Scott have produced a fine book about the US Army's use of Mules. While the book is quite technical, the detail is well explained and easy to follow. To enjoy this book, it would help the potential reader to know a bit about mules and animal transport. As a history, the book provides a good overview of the historical organisation of mule transportation; it discusses the South American origins of mule transportation, and the well chosen photographs are also informative. The book lacks discussion of mule pack transportation in World War Two - it would have been good if this was discussed.

No comments about Starting Out in Eventing: An Introduction to Having Fun Cross-Country.

1 comments about LUNGEING German National Equestrian Federation.

1. Well, it's difficult to review a book that I have been waiting three months to receive and still don't have. It's ironic that you list this as a past purchase. What gives?

No comments about Modern Horse Breeding: A Guide for Owners.

1 comments about Massage Techniques for Horse and Rider.

1. I have been performing (and continually learning) massage for a couple of years now and thoroughly recommend this book. Not only does it discuss anatomy and a wide variety of massage techniques but it also goes into passive stretching and provides numerous excellent photos and diagrams.
   
   Importantly this book shows right vs wrong when it comes to many stretches or techniques and this is a book that you can constantly dip into again and again to gain new insights.