Over thirty years after the first publication of Reiner Klimke's classic work comes this new fourth edition, with completely new photos and updated by his daughter, Ingrid. Based on sound practical and theoretical advice, this instructional handbook gives advice on establishing a specific training plan for recreational riders as well as competition riders to enable them to train their young horses successfully.Every aspect of the education of a young horse is covered including:Basic education and handling from foalhoodBacking and training under saddleDeveloping impulsion from supplenessAssessing and improving basic gaitsCavalletti workJumping trainingCross-country trainingPreparing for the first competition4th Edition

The idyllic Cotswolds village of Flipping Bodbury appears to be the quintessential country village. However, when the Women's Institute become involved in any part of village life, Flipping Bodbury becomes a calamitous place! Flipping Bodbury has to deal with dangerous donkeys and spooky stances, with disastrous town twinnings and spectacular celebrity appearances. The WI and the rest of the village embrace it, with the help of a few alcoholic beverages. Whatever the problem, or how obscure the situation, the village of Flipping Bodbury takes it in its slightly wobbly stride. Georgina Edwards and Verity Stew have produced a comical and endearing set of tales in their novel 'Calamities in Flipping Bodbury'. The authors have captured the essence of country Cotswold life, and have produced a novel that is laugh out loud funny, with their array of characters which make up Flipping Bodbury.

Aimed principally at intermediate and advancer riders, this manual offers assistance for the long road to success in dressage. There are no shortcuts offered, but a systematic approach built on tried principles of training through the ages.

Wouldn't it be wonderful to understand how horses think and will react to certain situations in advance? As a matter of fact, wouldn't it be wonderful to know that about the people in your life too? Now you can. This book delves deeply into the sections of the horse and the human brain to describe core personalities. Understanding these personalities allows the reader to determine what horse will work best for which person. This works for selecting, rehoming, training methods, as well as matching a horse to a particular discipline. Any horse owner (seasoned or new) or trainer (amateur or professional) will gain a more complete understanding of what makes their equine partner tick by reading 'Know You - Know Your Horse'

The BHS strives to educate horse and landowners of the dangers ragwort poses to grazing animals. Among its notable successes was the instrumental and essential role that it played in the instigation of the Control of Ragwort Act (2003).

This innovative tool supports the BHS’s work on controlling the spread of ragwort on to high risk land (horse/livestock pasture and land used for forage production) and is ideal for lifting ragwort from the roots as part of paddock and garden maintenance. It also effectively removes other typical nuisance weeds therefore reducing the need for harmful chemicals. It is strong yet lightweight with a comfortable T Grip handle and has a unique head design and sharpened prongs for easy ground penetration. The fork works in the hardest of soils and is effective at digging out ragwort rosettes and fully mature ragwort plants.

For more information on the safe and effective control of Ragwort view our RAGWORT TOOLKIT.

Sugarlump and the Unicorn Book and Toy Gift Set is the perfect birthday and / or Christmas present for unicorn lovers everywhere!

When Sugarlump the rocking horse longs to see the world, a magical unicorn with a silver horn and sparkling blue eyes grants his wish and turns him into a real horse. But after trotting around the farm, galloping around a racetrack and even dancing at the circus, Sugarlump learns to be careful what he wishes for. Luckily the unicorn has one more wish to grant . . .

Enjoy this delightful rhyming adventure from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard, with this magical book and toy gift set. Included is a mini gift hardback edition of the bestselling picture book, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, with a gorgeously glittery cover and a soft toy based on the unicorn from the book – great to cuddle whilst reading!

The BHS Complete Manual of Equitation is the official handbook for all those learning to ride, or those who train horses, as well as being a fantastic guide to teachers of riding. This edition was coordinated by former BHS Chairman Patrick Print OBE FBHS and provides a solid insight into the art of equitation. It is a complete, authoritative training manual for horse and rider both on the flat and over show jumps and cross-country fences, based on sound classical principles that have stood the test of time.

Whether amateur or professional, this book is valuable through the information it provides, based on sound classical principles that have stood the test of time.

224 pages | 246 x 189mm Paperback

Barefoot Horse Keeping provides a practical, accessible, and objective guide to barefoot horse keeping. The book draws on empirical research and the authors' 25 years experience delivering barefoot hoof care, saddle fitting, behavioral training, and rider coaching. The topics covered include the Barefoot philosophy, the herd and the environment, hoof trimming, diet and nutrition, and equine anatomy and biomechanics.