Driving Horses
Driving Horses

Author: Steve Bowers

Publisher: Voyageur Press

Published: 2014-04-15

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 1627881506

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Driving Horses is the classic reference guide for people who drive horses, whether on the farm, in competition, or as a business. If you've never harnessed a horse before, how do you make sense of all those straps and buckles? How do you hitch a pair so they pull evenly? How do you hold the reins? Driving Horses explains what you need to know to work with your horses safely and efficiently, so you- and the horses - get the most out of each day. Driving horses like a pro is all about the details, and this guidebook is built on details. With more than 250 color photos and diagrams alongside clear, step-by-step instructions, Driving Horses covers all the bases--from different types of harnesses and collars, to how to get a harness on and off your horse, to how to select the right work horse. Learn how to hitch a horse to an implement, how to maintain correct lateral and longitudinal alignment, how to grip the reins, and much more. Whether you've been around horses all your life or are just starting to work with them, you'll find this handbook essential.

Driving Horse-Drawn Carriages for Pleasure
Driving Horse-Drawn Carriages for Pleasure

Author: Francis T. Underhill

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-03-14

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9780486261027

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Entertaining guidebook offers wealth of information about horses, harnesses, coaches, stables and liveries. Over 100 captioned photographs of carts, landaus, phaetons, broughams, more.

Breaking a Horse to Harness
Breaking a Horse to Harness

Author: Sallie Walrond

Publisher: J.A. Allen

Published: 2014-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781908809247

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In this paperback edition of Sallie Walrond's classic work, step-by-step color photos guide the reader through the author's tried-and-tested training techniques. The author's lucid, easy-to-follow text provides all the necessary background information, including advice on lungeing, long-reining, fitting the harness, bitting, putting to, driving techniques, safety and road training, to enable an averagely competent horse owner to produce a horse who will go happily and willingly in harness whether the animal concerned is an unbroken two-year-old or an outgrown family pony. Sallie Walrond takes the mystery out of breaking a horse to harness; this reliable and popular book shows the way.

The Essential Guide to Carriage Driving
The Essential Guide to Carriage Driving

Author: Robyn Cuffey

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9780974635101

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A comprehensive overview of the sport of carriage driving, written with the novice driver in mind. Covers topics such as equipment selection and fitting, basics of driving, safety, skill development, preparing for competition, sleighing and driving multiple hitches.

101 Ground Training Exercises for Every Horse & Handler
101 Ground Training Exercises for Every Horse & Handler

Author: Cherry Hill

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2012-05-08

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 160342833X

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Ground training is the key to a safe and pleasurable riding experience. Designed for easy reference while working with your horse, this guide can be hung on a post. Riders of all disciplines and skill levels will benefit from these exercises that reinforce good habits and help develop a strong bond between horse and rider.

Horse
Horse

Author: J. Edward Chamberlin

Publisher: ОЛМА Медиа Групп

Published: 2007-01-01

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13: 9781904955368

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Presents an account of how the horse has contributed to almost every aspect of human history, from transport and war to agriculture, sports and arts. This book draws on archaeology, biology, art, literature and ethnography to show the relationship between humans and horses throughout history, from Alexander the Great to Genghis Khan.

Long Reining with Double Dan
Long Reining with Double Dan

Author: Dan James

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781570767401

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Are you ready to build a stronger partnership with your horse? Hoping to achieve a remarkable softness from the ground before you swing into the saddle? Starting a youngster or working to overcome training and behavioral problems in an older mount? Becoming bored with endless round-penning? Australian equestrian stars Dan James and Dan Steers of Double Dan Horsemanship are here to show every horse owner the basic steps to an infinitely useable training skill: long-reining. If ever there was hidden treasure in the diverse and ever-evolving realm of horsemanship, it is this underused but incredibly valuable practice. Long-reining benefits every equestrian discipline--as James and Steers demonstrate--improving the horse's self-carriage and responsiveness to the aids,and your feel and timing, like nothing else, and all from a safe and controlled position on the ground. Bring long-reining into your barn with these 20 easy-to-understand lessons, explained step-by-step with full-color photographs, including: how to use and hold long reins, how to introduce them to your horse, how to navigate with accuracy and change speed, and how perform lateral work that improves your horse's flexibility and overall movement. You, and your horse, will enjoy the drive.

Everyone Can Drive a Horse and Buggy
Everyone Can Drive a Horse and Buggy

Author: Kara Whittaker

Publisher:

Published: 2010-12-10

Total Pages: 118

ISBN-13: 9781456336271

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Have you ever thought it would be fun to drive a horse and buggy into town for a peaceful getaway? How about driving in a parade with your kids or grandkids? Or, how about taking a horse-drawn sleigh ride in the snow with your loved ones? You can do all of this and more…and this book can show you how! Driving horses is a great family sport. And, best of all, it's easy, fun, and safe.Everyone Can Drive a Horse and Buggy; it's true! “Street driving” is a fun sport that includes the whole family, from kids to grandparents. And the safety risks in driving are less than riding, which is why so many people are becoming interested in it. This book is a step-by-step guide to learning:• How to safely drive your driving horse, so you and your family can enjoy more time together in a peaceful, old-fashioned setting.• What to consider when buying driving tack, so you don't waste your valuable time and money.• How to fit the tack to your horse: safety and comfort are extremely important.• How to effectively communicate with your horse - all the aids and commands you need – so you spend time having fun instead of butting heads with your horse (or worse yet, getting hurt because of miscommunication).• How to choose the different types of driving vehicles to make your experiences unforgettable!I've also included loads of pictures and diagrams to make it easier on you to learn, AND specific exercises that will help you safely practice your driving skills.