Equine Anatomy and Health Considerations Syllabus
Required Books
- Horse Anatomy for Performance by Gillian Higgins, 2012
- The Horse Anatomy Workbook by Maggie Raynor, 2006
- The Horse Conformation Handbook by Heather Smith Thomas, 2005
Competition can be harsh on both horse and rider, so stressful that we loose site of the joy we could have with our horses. Trainers focus on training horses, we are grateful for the job they do. There’s so much they would like to say to riders that might not be well received. If we have a better understanding of the pressure we are putting on our trainers and horses, we can develop more patience and make better informed choices that are in balance for everyone.