What every horse should know : respect, patience, and partnership, no fear of people or things, no fear of restriction or restraint / Cherry Hill ; [interior photography by Richard Klimesh and Cherry Hill ; illustrations by Elayne Sears]. --
Record details
- ISBN: 1603427139 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9781603427135 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: x, 179 p. : col. ill.
- Publisher: North Adams, Mass. : Storey Pub., c2011.
Content descriptions
General Note: | Includes index. |
Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 24.95 |
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Subject: | Horses > Training. |
- Baker & Taylor
Every horse should receive a basic education that prepares him to live safely and confidently in the company of humans, and it begins with easing common equine fears. Noted horsewoman Cherry Hill explains how to help a horse overcome wariness of human touch and restraint, develop trust in a rider or hander, and learn respect and patience. When a horse is no longer surprised or frightened by people, procedures, and things, he has mastered his ABCs and is ready to learn to work calmly and willingly with a human partner. - Grand Central PubRenowned horse expert Cherry Hill explains how horses learn and guides you through how to handle a horse without fear.
 - Grand Central PubTrain your horse to embrace a life around humans. Focusing on developing the skills vital for every domesticated horse, this guide stresses the importance of creating an atmosphere where both trainer and horse can overcome fear and cultivate mutual respect. With a series of tests to gauge your horseâs knowledge and training exercises to enrich and strengthen your horseâs comfort around people, you can increase attentiveness, boost confidence, and help your horse reach his full potential.