The undisciplined horse: causes and corrections of disobedience - Hardcover

SCHRAMM, Ulrik

9780851314273: The undisciplined horse: causes and corrections of disobedience

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0851314279 ISBN 13: 9780851314273

Publisher: J.A. Allen, 1987

It is a fact that there are good and bad riders and there are also tractable and intractable horses. Riding ceases to be a pleasure if the horse fails to understand the rider's commands, or does not chose to obey them. This book aims to identify the cause of disobedience and to suggest a corrective remedy, but his remedy will never be brutal or unfair because he acknowledges that perfect harmony between rider and horse. Perfect accord between rider and horse is a pleasing spectacle, but one which is too rarely presented. The author tells us that overriding ambition and inflated egos are at the root of the aggressiveness that often dishonour the sport and when they spoil the pleasure of riding, it would be wiser for the competitive rider to chase laurels in some other sport that does not require the participation of another living creature. Riders of all standards would do well to study this humane and thoughtful guide to corrective training. In doing so, not only will they learn much about their horses, but also about themselves.

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From the Publisher:

The Undisciplined Horse clearly guides horse owners through the complex process of discovering the causes of many behavioral and training problems. Ulrik Schramm explains that in order to confidently and successfully address undesirable behavior, it is first necessary to understand both the horse’s character and instinctual reactions. Once you understand why your horse is head–shy, ways to appropriately deal with the issue can then be considered. Constructive, commonsense advice is provided on dealing with kicking, bucking, rearing, and all manner of other vices and deeply–ingrained habits. This unique reference work is distinguished by the author’s extensive knowledge of horses and horsemanship and by his desire to develop a more understanding and genuine partnership between horse and rider. The late Ulrik Schramm was a German veterinary surgeon as well as an accomplished horseman.

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About the Author:

The late Ulrik Schramm was a German veterinary surgeon as well as an accomplished horseman.

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