A Good Horse Is Never a Bad Color

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Summary: Must read for anyone who works with horses
Review: I happened upon this book because of the title. As a volunteer at a local equestrian center, I told the manager that it should be mandatory for every volunteer to read this book! Working as a mentor for wild horse adopters, my first suggestion is "read Mark Rashid". It is an easy read, and enjoyable for all levels of horse enthusiasts.

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Summary: Must read for anyone who works with horses
Review: I happened upon this book because of the title. As a volunteer at a local equestrian center, I told the manager that it should be mandatory for every volunteer to read this book! Working as a mentor for wild horse adopters, my first suggestion is "read Mark Rashid". It is an easy read, and enjoyable for all levels of horse enthusiasts.

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Summary: The Best Book on my Large Bookshelf!
Review: I have long been a fan of natural horsemanship, and have read John Lyons, Pat Parelli, Monty Roberts. I learned a lot from each, but always felt that something was missing. Enter Mark Rashid. Rather than profess that we should be alphas (harsh, dominating leaders), he argues for a passive leadership where respect is gained from consistency and kindness, and so true partnership becomes possible. This book is wonderful to read for pleasure (I devoured it in 2 days), and also has very practical insights into common problems. My relationship with my horses is already the better for it. So much for the other books on my shelf--I won't be referring back to them again!

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Summary: A Good Horse Is Never A Bad Color
Review: I have read all three of the books Mark has written so far and find them very easy to read. After reading these books you wonder how such common sense horsemanship has been overlooked for so long! An absolute must for anyone into True Horsemanship.... good reading for any level.

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Summary: Excellent reading
Review: I have read all three of the books Mark has written so far and find them very easy to read. After reading these books you wonder how such common sense horsemanship has been overlooked for so long! An absolute must for anyone into True Horsemanship.... good reading for any level.

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Summary: Put it on your bookshelf
Review: In a very easy to read style Rashid takes the reader on a journey in horsemanship. It reads as easily as any novel, told from the point of view of 'the kid' under the guidance of 'the old man', but there are nuggets of pure gold here. A great book for either adults or children who want to learn more about horses and why they do the things they do -- and how you can get the best from them without force ot cruelty.

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Summary: Rashid is the "Quiet Expert" on Horses, a MUST read!
Review: In an era of horse whisperers and natural horsemanship, Rashid quietly writes on about his life long experiences training & caring for horses. I appreciate the perspective Mr. Rashid writes from and being a true gentleman in the horse world only helps to reinforce the natural tendency to believe in his writing. He is one of the few trainers who doesn't take on an "in your face" style of writing. When I bought my first filly, I read this book while waiting for her to arrive from another state. Before she arrived and I finished this book, I was on Amazon buying up everything else he had published at the time! The lessons taught by Mark Rashid's stories transcend the horse world and send wonderful life messages. A true gentleman and scholar in the world of horsemanship who doesn't seem to put the capitalization of his knowledge first...It's a refreshing read!

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Summary: This will be in my permanent library!
Review: Mark Rashid "shows" instead of "tells" us about the ways and means of better communication with horses. For years, stories have been used to convey information and social commentary. In this age and day of "Self-Help Manuals" and "Do It This Way" books, I found it extremely refreshing that I was allowed to enjoy my education into a wider range of "horse talk". Mr. Rashid displays in his writing an unusual sense of humility and honor, and as a result I find that I value what he has to say all the more. I look forward to anything else he may decide to put into print.

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Summary: Read, refer, appreciate
Review: Mark Rashid has struck upon and presented a brilliant concept that, while not entirely unprecedented, has never been (I believe) better presented. He has made both himself and his techniques out to be far beyond what we have come to expect from horsemen. Coupling his great equine skill and understanding with an obviously skilful pen, Mark Rashid has produced a wonderful book.

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Summary: The Most Enjoyable Book on Training You Will Ever Read!
Review: Mark shares his experiences with horses in a short story format. He explains different situations that he has encountered and how he approached them - not always succesfully, but what he learned and how he could handle them better in the future. He shares what he learned from "the old man" and how he has used the knowledge in his dealings with horses. Mark does clinics around the country where he shares more of his stories and his knowledge about working together with your horse to create a better partnership. Check out his website for clinic dates and comments from participants - look it up! Rumor has it he's working on a third book!