Revolution in Horsemanship Limited Edition: And What It Means to Mankind - Hardcover

Robert M Miller, D.V.M. , Rick Lamb

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1592288537 ISBN 13: 9781592288533

Publisher: Lyons Press, 2005

Synopsis

There has been a change in how we treat our horses: We no longer "break" them to harness or saddle; we "gentle" them, so they become our partners, their natural grace and athleticism restored and enhanced through humane and thoughtful methods. Beginning with equine evolution and domestication, Dr. Miller and Rick Lamb focus on the contributions of such classical horsemen as Xenophon, Pluvinel, nineteenth-century "whisperers, tamers, and professors," and modern masters like the Dorrances, Buck Brannaman, Pat Parelli, John Lyons, and their disciples, and the connection between rodeo and natural horsemanship. The authors describe how the horse's mind works, how horses learn, and how the revolution has used those principles, especially with regard to a training regimen for newborn foals developed by Dr. Miller that produces positive results to last a lifetime. These training methods include new techniques in riding, such as preliminary groundwork and the independent seat, as well as visualization and other aspects of sport psychology, yoga, and allied disciplines. The role of tack and equipment is also discussed and evaluated in depth. And because the modern attitudes are reflected in equine care, appendices assess innovations in hoof care, nutrition, and veterinary treatment, including so-called "alternative therapies." With its exploration and analysis of modern attitudes and approaches, THE REVOLUTION IN HORSEMANSHIP is one of the most important equestrian publishing events of this decade, and ensures its position as a classic in the field

About this title

About the Author

Robert M. Miller, D.V.M., the distinguished equine veterinarian , is the author of several books, including the highly-acclaimed Imprint Training of the Newborn Foal and Most of My Patients Are Animals. He has produced several videos on imprint training of foals, and lectures widely on the subject. He lives in Thousand Oaks, California.

Rick Lamb is the producer of the successful syndicated radio program, "The Horse Show." He lives in Phoenix, Arizona.

Review

"A fascinating mix of history, science, sociology and horse sense, The Revolution in Horsemanship brings a new clarity and a unique perspective to the phenomenon of natural horsemanship. Whether you currently own horses, had them as a child, or have always admired them from afar, this book will cause you to see them with new eyes, and meet them at a richer, deeper level."---Dr. Marty Becker, resident veterinarian on Good Morning America, co-author, Chicken Soup for the Horse Lover's Soul.


"A fascinating history of horse training."--Horse Connection

Edition details

• Publisher: Lyons Press
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1592288537
• ISBN 13: 9781592288533
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2