Breaking Bad Habits in Horses: Tried and Tested Methods of Overcoming Faults and Vices in Both Horse and Rider »

Jo Bird is an experienced horse owner and trainer who lives in England. She advocates natural methods of horse care. Her approach to all horse management problems is "think about it from the horse's point of view."

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Breaking Bad Habits in HORSES

Horses are sensitive animals and rarely come entirely fault free. Here is a practical and humane approach to solving the most common equine problems.

BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS originate from the horse's own temperament. They include high-strung behavior, aggressive behavior, fear of people, bolting to or from a field, and many others. This book will advise you on how to deal with all of them.

STABLE VICES AND MANAGEMENT PROBLEMS. These include nipping, destructive behavior, fence breaking, escaping from pastures, and many others. The author, an experienced horse owner and trainer, gives you effective methods of control.

EQUITATION AND SCHOOLING PROBLEMS. Your horse resists being bridled, is difficult to mount, bucks and rears, refuses to jump a fence, is distracted at dressage, or shows other behavioral problems. The author explains the importance of cross-training your horse.