Horse Training In-Hand: A Modern Guide to Working from the Ground: Long Lines, Long and Short Reins, Work on the Longe

Mistral, Kip

ISBN 10: 1570764093 / ISBN 13: 9781570764097

Published by Trafalgar Square Books, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Horse Training In-Hand: A Modern Guide to Working from the Ground: Long Lines, Long and Short Reins, Work on the Longe
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1570764093
• ISBN 13: 9781570764097
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Bringing new life to time-tested techniques, this gorgeously illustrated book shows how "in-hand" methods can be used by the modern equestrian to better a horse's performance in any discipline. Thorough, step-by-step instructions for promoting subtle communication via the handler's voice, body, and reins will improve the horse's straightness, suppleness, balance, collection, and understanding of the aids. With its ability to improve communication between participants and instill in the horse lightness and obedience, these methods are the perfect way to start an immature or green horse, safely begin remedial training with a problem animal, confirm movements taught first under saddle, maintain an older horse's flexibility and balance, and allow those unable to ride a method to continue training and conditioning their horse at the highest level. Specific exercises cover the longe and double-longe lines, long lines, and long and short reins. Featuring patterns that put all the lessons together, the book confirms that in-hand training is the very best way to teach and condition a horse for both serious schooling and recreational pursuit.

About the Author

Ellen Schuthof-Lesmeister owns and operates a horse training facility in the countryside near Amsterdam. She has had extensive formal training in jumping and dressage and currently studies with Portuguese masters Francisco Bessa de Carvalho and Pedro Baptista de Almeida. Kip Mistral is an equestrian journalist who has contributed more than 75 articles to equine publications. She lives in Pine Valley, California.