Curb, Snaffle, and Spur: A Method of Training Young Horses, for the Cavalry Service, and for General Use Under the Saddle (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Hardcover
- New

Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United KingdomPBShop.store UK
AbeBooks seller since June 11, 1999
Condition: New
US$ 39.56
Quantity: 15 available
Add to basketItem description from seller
Seller Inventory # LW-9780260817266
- Title
- Curb, Snaffle, and Spur: A Method of Training Young Horses, for the Cavalry Service, and for General Use Under the Saddle (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Edward L. Anderson
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- HRD
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0260817260
- ISBN 13
- 9780260817266
- Item weight
- 411 grams
Master the art of training young horses with calm, disciplined handling that works under saddle and in the field.
This edition distills practical methods for gaining immediate, reliable control through kind, steady aids, teaching horses to respond instinctively to the rider’s signals.
In this book, you’ll learn time‑tested techniques for starting young horses, from quiet longeing to effective use of the curb and snaffle bits. It covers how to build confidence, introduce new experiences, and develop balance between the rider’s hands and heels. The instructions emphasize safety, patience, and the trainer’s calm presence in every step.- How to introduce the horse to reins, lines, and a bit without fear, building trust from the first lessons.
- Different forms of collection and how to move from a loose, steady gait to more precise control.
- When and how to use the curb‑bit and snaffle together for soft, progressive signals.
- Techniques for jumping, longeing, and handling vices or faults with steady, humane methods.
"Synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
PBShop.store UK
Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since June 11, 1999
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 10 to 20 business days | 10 to 20 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 5.62 | US$ 5.62 |
Payment methods
Store description
Specialty
Hardbacks, PaperbacksSeller's business information
Pbshop.co.uk
Unit 22 Horcott Industrial Estate, Horcott Road
Fairford, United Kingdom GL7 4BX
Terms of sale
Returns Policy
We ask all customers to contact us for authorisation should they wish to return their order. Orders returned without authorisation may not be credited.
If you wish to return, please contact us within 14 days of receiving your order to obtain authorisation.
Returns requested beyond this time will not be authorised.
Our team will provide full instructions on how to return your order and once received our returns department will process your refund.
Please note the cost to return any unwanted order to us is borne by the buyer.
Should your order arrive damaged, not as advertised or faulty, we must be advised of this within 14 days of delivery. Please contact us so we can find the best solution for you.
Our Customer Care Team can be contacted by emailing alborders@paperbackshop.co.uk, or by calling our UK Office on +441285 712 917. We are available 9:00am till 5:30pm GMT Monday to Friday.
Shipping terms
Orders are shipped from our UK warehouse. Delivery thereafter is between 4 and 14 business days. Please contact us if you have any queries about our services or products.