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Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Ebury Press (7 Mar 2002)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0091882702
ISBN-13: 978-0091882709
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 18.4 x 1.6 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely fabulous, 6 Nov 2002

By	L. Y. Skipper "zareeba" (Stockton-on-Tees, UK) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

If I were allowed to recommend only one book to prospective horse-owners, this would be it. By means of practical exercises, anecdotes and case studies, Kelly Marks takes the reader through every aspect of handling horses with empathy and understanding. She stresses the importance of creating good habits, and sets out her philosophy of training, in which, to use her own words, ‘attitude is everything’. One particularly valuable aspect of this book is the way in which the author explores ways in which problems arise. She does not get stuck, as so many people do, in a kind of ‘single-explanation-single-cure’ rut; instead she explores a variety of possible causes and possible cures. She remains open-minded, and never says ‘this is the only way to do this’. I particularly like the way she stresses that ‘It is so easy to fall into that trap of dealing with the symptoms rather than the real causes’. How I wish more horse trainers would understand this! Kelly insists, and rightly so, on respect for the horse; her response to those who believe horses are stupid because they allow us to ride them is unequivocal: ‘To suggest that if someone is willing to generously work for you they must be stupid speaks more of you as an employer than it does of the employee.’ Quite so.

This is a brilliant book, which should be compulsory reading for every person who trains, rides or handles horses in any way.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating, informative, thought provoking & pleasurable, 16 Mar 2002

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This book is a must! Refreshing and informative throughout - I didn't want to put it down! It's filled with beautiful photos and fascinating insights into the horse's perspective and how we can communicate more successfully together. The way that we humans behave around horses is so important and can affect the horse's views and behaviour - and Kelly has some wonderful advice and observations that are really helpful. She has included case studies and stories from students as well as her own experiences and knowledge. There is so much to learn about these wonderful creatures and Kelly Marks skillfully covers many important aspects of handling and training in a way that really "sinks in". No horse lover's bookshelf should be without it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Every horse owner should buy (and read) this book!, 22 May 2002

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If you have 'issues' in your relationship with your horse (or even if you dont) this is an essential reference work. Giving clear instruction, case histories and drawing on her experience as well as that of her students, Kelly gives basic framework exercises for you to undertake with your horse to improve your mutual understanding and respect. No horse should be sold without a copy of this book in his suitcase!!

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