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  • Izdošanas datums: 23-Apr-2015
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  • ISBN-10: 1570766215
  • ISBN-13: 9781570766213
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  • Formāts: Paperback / softback, 308 pages, height x width x depth: 216x179x10 mm
  • Izdošanas datums: 23-Apr-2015
  • Izdevniecība: Trafalgar Square
  • ISBN-10: 1570766215
  • ISBN-13: 9781570766213
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A go-to manual for any horse owner, this book addresses a range of equine behavioral problems, from the mild, refusing to stand still or tail rubbing, to the severe, rearing under saddle or attacking other horses. With topics broken into four main categories—bad habits in the stable, correcting ground manners, problems under saddle, and the reluctant traveler—noted rancher Heather Smith Thomas dissects each topic by addressing the source of each problem, providing solutions to the behavioral issue, and discussing what to do if the fix doesn’t stick. With solutions to a wide swath of troublesome horse behaviors that are applicable no matter the breed or favored style of riding, this book, from a recognized authority on animal care and management, is sure to be a mainstay for anyone who enjoys riding and rearing horses.

A go-to manual for any horse owner, this book addresses a range of equine behavioral problems, from the mild—refusing to stand still or tail rubbing, for example—to the severe, such as rearing under saddle or attacking other horses. With topics broken into four main categories—bad habits in the stable, correcting ground manners, problems under saddle, and the reluctant traveler—noted rancher and horse book author Heather Smith Thomas dissects each topic by addressing the source of the problem, providing solutions to the behavioral issue, and discussing what to do if the fix doesn't stick.

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"Author and lifelong equestrian Heather Smith Thomas has written a new book, Good Horse, Bad Habits, to help riders quickly find solid solutions to common problems and get back on track with their horses. ... Thomas offers multiple solutions for each issue and includes advice on what to do if nothing seems to work."--Practical Horseman "From stall vices to under saddle solutions, this book is one you will refer to over and over again."--Equine Journal Author and lifelong equestrian Heather Smith Thomas has written a new book, Good Horse, Bad Habits, to help riders quickly find solid solutions to common problems and get back on track with their horses. Thomas offers multiple solutions for each issue and includes advice on what to do if nothing seems to work. Practical Horseman From stall vices to under saddle solutions, this book is one you will refer to over and over again. Equine Journal"

Forewords ix
Alphabetical List of Bad Habits xi
Introduction 1(4)
1 Bad Habits In The Stable 5(46)
Problems With Eating
8(13)
Chews Wood
8(3)
Destroys Feeders/Waterers/Buckets
11(2)
Eats Bedding
13(2)
Eats Grain Too Fast
15(3)
Pica/Unusual Appetite
18(1)
"Wastes" (Tramples/Urinates On) Hay
19(2)
Stall Vices
21(30)
Aggressive Toward Passersby (Horses/People)
21(2)
Aggressive Toward People Entering the Stall
23(2)
Becomes Cast (Habitually)
25(1)
Chews Leg Wraps/Bandages/Boots
26(2)
Cribs/Windsucks
28(7)
Crowds
35(2)
Paws
37(1)
Rubs Mane/Tail
38(2)
Self-Mutilation
40(1)
Stall Bangs/Kicks the Wall
41(4)
Stall/Fence Walks
45(1)
Tears Blankets
46(1)
Weaves
47(4)
2 Bad Habits On The Ground 51(106)
Problems with Catching
52(9)
Difficult to Catch in Pasture
52(4)
Difficult to Catch in Stall/Pen
56(3)
Difficult to Halter
59(2)
Problems with Leading
61(14)
Aggressive Toward Handler
61(1)
Balks When Led/Reluctant to Move Forward
62(2)
Bolts/Pulls Away from Handler
64(2)
Prances/Jigs in Hand
66(1)
Pushy/Walks All Over Handler
67(1)
Rears in Hand
68(2)
Rushes Away When Halter Is Removed
70(2)
Rushes When Led/Pulls Ahead of Handler
72(1)
Strikes in Hand
73(2)
Problems with Tying
75(10)
Chews/Nibbles Rope and Unties Himself
75(2)
Panics When Steps on a Loose Lead Rope or Dropped Rein
77(1)
Paws While Tied
78(1)
Pulls Back/Breaks Halter or Rope When Tied
79(4)
Won't Stand Still When Tied
83(2)
Problems with Grooming and Management
85(17)
Afraid of Blanketing
85(3)
Afraid of Blanket Removal
88(1)
Afraid of Spray Bottles
89(2)
Difficult to Bathe/Hose Off
91(2)
Difficult to Clip
93(5)
Head Shy/Ear Shy
98(2)
Resistant to Brushing/Sensitive-Skinned
100(2)
Problems with Tacking Up
102(17)
Aggressive Toward Handler When Saddled
102(3)
"Antsy"/Fidgets When Saddled
105(3)
Bucks When Saddled
108(1)
Girthy/Cinchy
109(1)
Puts Tongue Over Bit
110(2)
Raises/Tosses Head When Bridled
112(3)
Won't Open Mouth When Bridled
115(2)
Won't Stand While Bridle is Removed
117(2)
Problems with Longeing
119(8)
Afraid of the Longe Whip
119(2)
Bucks or Kicks Out When Longed
121(1)
Cuts Corners
122(1)
Pulls Away
123(2)
Turns to Face You (without Being Asked)
125(2)
Problems with Foot Handling
127(8)
Falls Over/Loses Balance/Won't Hold One Leg Up
127(1)
Leans on Farrier
128(1)
Pulls Foot Away/Rears/Kicks
129(2)
Won't Pick Up Feet
131(2)
Won't Stand Still for Trimming/Shoeing
133(2)
Problems with Veterinary Care/Treatment
135(14)
Difficult to Administer Injections
135(3)
Difficult to Apply Eye Ointment/Treatment
138(2)
Difficult to Check Heart Rate
140(1)
Difficult to Deworm or Give Oral Medication
141(3)
Difficult to Take Temperature
144(2)
Resistant to Leg/Foot Soaking
146(2)
Resistant to Wound Care
148(1)
Ground Vices
149(8)
Biting/Nipping
149(3)
Kicking
152(5)
3 Bad Habits Under Saddle 157(114)
Problems with Mounting
159(11)
Backs Up During Mounting
159(2)
Bucks as Rider Gets On
161(2)
Steps Sideways Away from Rider
163(1)
Tries to Run Away
164(2)
Won't Stand Still/Fidgets
166(4)
Problems with Not Enough Energy
170(13)
Cuts Corners
170(1)
Drifts Off the Rail
171(1)
Picks Up Incorrect Lead
172(3)
Refuses to Canter or Lope
175(2)
Refuses to Move/Balks
177(2)
Reluctant to Move Out/Sluggish
179(1)
Won't Change Leads
180(3)
Problems with Too Much Energy
183(17)
Avoids Bit Pressure/Goes Behind the Bit
183(1)
Difficult to Stop/Hard Mouthed
184(2)
Difficult to Slow Down
186(1)
Prances/Jigs
187(5)
Pulls on Reins/Roots/Grabs at Bit/Tosses Head
192(2)
Puts Tongue Over Bit
194(1)
Runs Away/Bolts
195(5)
Problems with Maneuverability
200(9)
Bulges Out
200(1)
Leans In/Falls In on Turns
201(1)
"Rubbernecks"/Won't Neck Rein
202(1)
Rubs Rider's Leg Against Rail/Wall/Trees
203(2)
Travels Crookedly
205(1)
Tries to Graze
206(2)
Tries to Grab Trees/Brush Along Trail
208(1)
Problems Riding with or without Other Horses
209(19)
Aggressive Toward Other Horses
209(2)
Barn Sour/Rushes Home
211(3)
Buddy Sour/Herdbound
214(4)
Bulges/Runs Toward Gate
218(1)
Panics When Ridden Alone
219(3)
Refuses to Enter Arena/Pen
222(1)
Refuses to Leave Barn/Stable
223(3)
Wants to Lead a Group
226(2)
Problems with Obstacles
228(12)
Refuses to Cross Bridges
228(2)
Refuses to Cross Ditches/Gullies
230(1)
Refuses to Cross Water
231(3)
Refuses to Jump
234(3)
Refuses to Step Over Logs/Trail Obstacles
237(3)
Under Saddle Vices
240(31)
Balks/Shies at Loud Noises
240(2)
Balks/Shies at Strange Objects in Pen/Arena
242(3)
Balks/Shies at Strange Objects on Trail
245(3)
Bucks in Lead Changes
248(2)
Bucks to Get Rid of Rider
250(2)
Bucks When Startled/Annoyed
252(2)
Fearful of New Sights/Sounds
254(2)
Fearful of Wildlife
256(2)
Panics in Traffic/Afraid of Vehicles
258(2)
Rears
260(5)
Refuses to Back Up
265(6)
4 Bad Habits On The Road 271(30)
Problems with Loading
273(13)
Evades Ramp/Steps Sideways
273(2)
Refuses to Enter Trailer/Balks
275(7)
Rushes Backward When Approaching Trailer
282(2)
Starts to Enter Trailer Then Backs Out
284(2)
Problems with Hauling
286(9)
Kicks Trailer Doors/Walls
286(1)
Nervous Dancing/Nickering
287(2)
Paws
289(1)
Scrambles
290(2)
Tries to Lie Down
292(1)
Tries to Turn Around
293(2)
Problems with Unloading
295(6)
Rushes Backward
295(1)
Rushes Forward
296(2)
Won't Back Up
298(3)
About the Author 301(2)
Acknowledgments 303(5)
Index 308
Heather Smith Thomas and her husband raise beef cattle and horses on a ranch in the mountains of eastern Idaho. Heather writes regularly for more than 25 farm and livestock magazines and about 30 horse publications. She has sold more than 11,000 stories and articles, and has published 20 books including The Horse Conformation Handbook.