No comments about Horse Business Management: Managing a Successful Yard.

5 comments about The Sound Hoof: Horse Health From the Ground Up.

1. As an already natural trimmer this book had no new insights to offer. The pictures were too few and not helpful to show what was being talked about. I think it promoted why a horse should wear shoes more than why they shouldn't.



2. After reading this book I have a much better understanding of hoof trimming. It explains the theory and differences between some of the many ideas about trimming and shoeing that are circulating at the moment. The book encourages an active partnership between farrier and owner and encourages people to try something new. The author has achieved her goal of encouraging owners to take an active interest in their horses feet, thereby improving the life and usefulness of the horse.



3. Bottom Line: If you want to know and understand more about your horses feet than your farrier, this is the book for you.



4. The book has a nice Intro to anatomy section, & there is really good information sprinkled throughout. However I find some of the advice in the book unrealistic.
   
   Encourages the reader to have their farrier "justify" the farriers techniques. For example if I were to tell my farrier not to square the toe because the white line determines the shape of the foot, he would pack up his tools & leave! I'm sure on his way out he would tell me if I know so much about my horses' feet then I ought to trim them myself!
   
   Also encourages reader to try & have their farrier experiment with "other" techniques. I feel it's unlikely the typical farrier is willing to "re-invent the wheel," in order to learn new techniques. None the less ones recommended from his client.
   
   This book is also a bit "wishy-washy." It places doubts on theories or some aspect of theory because it was not micro-analyzed under a microscope in a laboratory controlled situation. Yet proof has been evident out in the field. This "wishy-washy-ness" may leave some readers confused.
   
   Working with the "professionals" is all well & fine, but many of us have been stuck in the proverbial farrier/vet loop for far too many years already without answers. Get educated on the mechanical functions of the hoof via Jaime Jacksons "Horse Owners Guide to Natural Hoof Care." With that knowledge you should be able to make conscious decisions about your hoof care, regardless where you stand. Your dollar is better spent on the Jaimes book.



5. This book should be required reading for all horse owners. It is well researched and well written by an author who knows the subject matter very well not only from books, veterinary articles, and personal research, but also from working as a farrier. Whether your horse is shod or barefoot, the information regarding the internal structures of the horse's hoof and lower leg, proper trimming to keep those structures in good alignment, and the timing between trimming is vitally important for all horses to maintain soundness over thier lifetimes. Too many horses' lives end early because of owner ignorance about hooves and how to care for them properly.

2 comments about Winning With Frank Chapot.

1. This is a wonderful very well written book. This mans knowledge is like no others!
   Knowing the man personally the forward by Greg Best is very true & touching!
   Frank Chapot is a man of few words so those that he speaks are like gold!



2. Frank Chapot, a legendary horseman in the equestrian world, brings his many years of experience to paper in this wonderful book for those looking to win in the jumper ring. From choosing the correct horse and bringing that horse to qaulity show level, chapot explains the equipment, training and personal mind state one must have to succeed in the competitive world of show jumping. There is a great question and answer section in the back of the book, and anecdotes from frank's experiences scattered here and there. The only draw back i found was that I wished he had spent more time on the training section of horse and rider, this is not a book for complete beginners.

1 comments about Masters of the Turf: Ten Trainers Who Dominated Horse Racing's Golden Age.

1. Thoroughbred historian Edward L. Bowen chronicles the life and times of the most famous trainers in the "Golden Age of Racing," when the exploits of champions like Man o' War, Equipose and Exterminator were major news events from coast-to-coast.
   
   But - as in any sport - the great athlete has optimum conditioning, which opens the door to performing at grand levels. The trainers who are covered in words and photographs are James G. Rowe, Sr., Sam Hildreth, H. Guy Bedwell, John E. Madden, Max Hirsch, "Sunny" Jim Fitzsimmons, Herbert J. Thompson, Preston Birch, the father-and-son team of Ben A. Jones & Horace A. "Jimmy" Jones and Hirsch Jacobs.
   
   Some of the names may have been lost in the dusty pages of turf history, but Bowen brings these legends to life, while depicting the long hours and sacrifices a trainer makes for those few minutes of fleeting glory in the afternoon.

2 comments about My Horse, My Partner: Teamwork on the Ground.

1. I attended a workshop with Lisa before purchasing this book.
   I learned new information in that short time which made me
   curious as to what this book contained. I was not disappointed
   in the least. I am hearing all kinds of good tips, techniques,
   and ways of working with my horses that I had not thought of.
   
   I love the fact that it takes a traditional approach and makes
   it non-traditional. Just the props used are great. My horses
   really reacted to them and the process.
   
   Lisa is an interesting horsewoman and a very good teacher, I
   highly recommend this book and what you can learn along the way.



2. The groundtraining information in this book is well thought out and presented in a way that is easy and fun to read. I consider myself an average horse owner, (I know a lot but never enough) and the ideas here I know will help me get to know my horse better and develop us as a stronger team. The author uses stories of horses she has worked with to describe the ground training processes. Many of the horses featured in the book, including the ones pictured in the many photos, are therapy horses from a NARHA center, but some stories are from show or trail horses she has trained. I especially like the way she comes from the horse's perspective so you can understand what your horse is thinking and then use that information to determine your next step. I highly recommend My Horse, My Partner for any horse lover, and I think there is also a DVD version. My Horse, My Partner: Teamwork on the Ground

1 comments about The Quarter Running Horse: America's Oldest Breed.

1. A must have for the Quarter Horse history buff. Exellent, as are all of Denhard's books. If you don't have it, you need it.

No comments about Building Blocks of Training: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Gymnastic Development of the Equine Athlete.

1 comments about Maximize Your Horsemanship: Develop Confidence, Willingness & Consistency.

1. Another excellent book by Maxwell. Probably need to have read his previous book or be familiar with his technique as this is a very succinct but beautifully organized effort.

1 comments about Arabian Spirit (Spirit of the Horse).

1. Nothing but high praises from me on this book. I found it to be a great book. The pictures are great, the text and information is clear, and imformative. I'am a major Arabian devotee and I think that this book is one of the best on the Arabian breed. Its a must have for all Arabian enthusists!

5 comments about The Basic Principles of Equine Massage/Muscle Therapy, Equine Massage, Horse Massage.

1. This is an informative, easy to read book that is a nice resource to add to the horse owner and massage therapists library.



2. This Book is easy to follow and geared to the beginner. It also has a more advanced meaning for the seasoned professional. It's a must have for any library.



3. 
   As a EMT student,I find the book most helpfull. It actually shows the proper positioning of the hands to achieve the desired result; which makes life easier for the person just starting out. Great work Mike!
   
   Regards
   
   Noel Landers



4. This was given to my youngest sister who is a passionate, skilled equestrian. She says the book is excellent and was thrilled to receive it.



5. Excellent book! Mike Scott communicates well with the lay person in easy to understand terms--almost as though he is speaking directly to you. His perspective is interesting--and the book is a great anotomey lesson or review as well. I highly recommend it and would look forward to a next addition.