Descriere: In addition to examining the details of horse behaviour he answers a wealth of fascinating cultural and sociological questions, such as why horseshoes bring good luck, why we (at least in this country) don't eat horses, why jockeys are allowed to whip their mounts, and why we call a bad dream a nightmare.
Page dim. 250 x 223 x 10
Weight: 570 grams
Autori: Desmond Morris (Author) | Editura: VINTAGE/EBURY (A DIVISION OF R | Anul aparitiei: 2000 | ISBN: 9780091877842 | Numar de pagini: 144 | Categorie: Pets
Richard Surman
Jake Page
Do Dogs Laugh?: Where Dogs Come From, What We Know about Them, and What They Think about Us
Dog lovers do not need to be reminded that dogs are astonishing creatures, but research shows that they are even more amazing than anyone knew. This title draws on the last several decades of studies, examining everything from a dog's eyesight to its culinary preferences and sense of humour. Page dim. 137 x 203 x 35 Weight: 204 grams
Bea Borelle
Trick Training for Horses: Fun Ways to Engage, Challenge, and Bond with Your Horse
With instructions on the best ways to teach a horse tricks using positive reinforcement, this guide provides trainers with ways to make their horses become better performers and be more responsive. The tricks and games featured in this handbook can add variety to a serious training regimen by combining daily schooling with an element of fun for both the horse and its rider, helping to keep the working horse interested in its job. Specific tricks include bowing, kneeling, lying down, standing on a box, carrying objects, and rolling objects, and each are outlined in individual steps to help the trainer achieve the best results.