The Horse's Pain-Free Back and Saddle-Fit Book: Ensure Soundness and Comfort with Back Analysis and Correct Use of Saddles and Pads
When your horse suddenly develops a performance problem or a bad attitude and neither seem to be remedied by new training techniques or medical care, you often face months--even years--of frustration and career limitation. Dr. Joyce Harman, veterinarian and respected saddle-fitting expert, states that 75 percent of horses with such issues are simply reacting to pain caused by ill-fitting saddles. And, as she explains in this thorough and highly illustrated book, poor saddle fit can be corrected with patience and know-how.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1570762929
ISBN13:9781570762925
Release Date:November 2004
Publisher:Trafalgar Square Books
Length:218 Pages
Weight:1.81 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 8.4" x 9.0"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Should be mandatory reading!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I am so far only on page 95 but I had to go ahead and write a review, because I wish I'd read this book ten years ago-- I thought I knew at least the basics of saddle fitting but already I realize that I've been an ignoramus all these years, and still have a huge amount to learn. I would say that this book is very in-depth but not beyond the average horse person to understand. It does focus on English saddles, but also reveals important saddle fitting points that are very relevant to Western or Aussie styles. I'd highly recommend this book to any horse person.
Read this book before you buy another saddle!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book is extremely helpful in finding the correct fit for your horse. She covers many types of saddles, including treeless, and pads. It could save you a lot of $$$ in the long run.
Absolutely Clear and Thorough!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Great information, tons of pictures, clear concepts...all very helpful in allowing one to consider all aspects of saddle fit (not just width) for both equine and rider. I am shopping for a new saddle for a very big and hard to fit mule, and find this book has given me a lot more confidence in assessing different saddles, including my current one. Highly recommended.
excellent
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Great book, I have evaluated several saddles and now can pick up problems pretty quick. Great reference as well.
Excelent info, comprehensive
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This is the most comprehensive book on saddle fitting that I have ever read. Excellent info and very good diagrams and illustrations. Everything is clear and understandable, and there are tests you can do on your own horse to make sure his saddle fits correctly and to check for pain and/or pressure points. Even if you're horse isn't having back problems, this is an excellent resourse that every horse owner or enthusiast should read and use.
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