Horse and Rider Books Archives – The Northwest Horse Source

Media Barn: Notable Books – Arena Tracks

September 24, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

A Rider, Trainer, and Instructor’s Reference By Christian Baier As Christian Baier worked to develop a rider and trainer education and certification system, he realized the equestrian lexicon lacked a practical reference that brought the classical “arena tracks” patterns and figures used in training the horse together in a simple …

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Media Barn: New in Books – Dear Readers and Riders

July 29, 2024July 22, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

The Beloved Books, Faithful Fans, and Hidden Private Life of Marguerite Henry By Lettie Teague Marguerite Henry’s name has inspired immediate recognition and pronouncements of admiration over the decades. As an author she was prolific with 59 books published, millions of copies sold, and nearly 80 years of her life …

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Media Barn: New in Books – The Horses Who Made Me

June 28, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

A Journey to a Horsemanship Philosophy “In my eyes,” says former French international dressage competitor Alizée Froment, “dressage is the journey to perfect communication and absolute harmony between horse and rider.” Her own journey began on the backs of Shetland ponies and then found its way into jumping competitions and …

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Media Barn: New in Books – A Horse by Nature

April 24, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Managing Emotional and Mental Stress in Horses for Improved Welfare by Mary Ann Simonds Renowned wild horse ecologist and equine behaviorist Mary Ann Simonds provides a practical soup-to-nuts manual for understanding how horses think, feel, learn, communicate, and interact with each other and with humans. Integrating over 30 years of …

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Media Barn: New in Books – No Bored Horses

March 29, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

Essential Enrichment for Happy Equines By Amanda Goble Today, horses are thought of as family members, athletic partners, teachers, and therapists. Most of us do our best to give them all the benefits that domestic life can offer such as comfortable stalls, carefully prepared and regular meals with vitamins and …

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Media Barn Book Review: Shoeing the Modern Horse

February 28, 2024February 26, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

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The Horse Owner’s Guide to Farriery and Hoof Care By Steven Kraus with Katie Navarra Horses’ hooves are integral to their overall health, their athletic ability, and ultimately, their longevity. But not all horses are the same. The individual needs of each horse require an understanding of responsible, informed hoofcare …

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Media Barn: Book Review – The Horse is My Teacher

October 30, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

Lessons from the Ranch: Training, Riding, Luck, and Love By Van Hargis Van Hargis grew up in the saddle on an East Texas ranch, training his first horse at age 12 and eventually making a living starting cutting and reining colts, many of which would leave his hands to become …

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Media Barn: Book Review – Thelwell’s Penelope Rides Again

August 29, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

By Norman Thelwell In the early 1950s, artist Norman Thelwell became popular for his equestrian-themed cartoons. To satisfy a devoted and growing international following, Thelwell developed a cartoon strip called “Penelope and Kipper” about a particular horse-crazy young lady and her wicked pony. This book, called Penelope, was first published …

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Media Barn: Ultimate Exercise Routines for Riders

June 13, 2023June 7, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

Ultimate Exercise Routines for Riders

Fitness that Fits a Horse-Crazy Lifestyle By Laura Crump Anderson Riders often neglect their own needs to ensure their horses’ are met. Countless dollars go toward massages, chiropractic work, and other therapies that keep our equines performing their best. We carefully schedule their training programs to achieve peak fitness at …

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Media Barn: Book Review – The Kid’s Guide to Horsemanship and Grooming

June 22, 2023April 12, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

Everything You Need to Know to Care for Horses While Staying Safe and Having Fun By Cat Hill & Emma Ford Whether taking their first lessons, handling horses when visiting friends, or enjoying the challenges of first-pony ownership, children need to learn more than how to ride. When it comes …

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