Publisher's Synopsis
The Perfect Hunter and Saddle Horse: Breaking, Making and Riding is a comprehensive guide to training horses for hunting and riding. Written by J. McBryde, an experienced horse trainer, the book covers every aspect of horse training, from selecting the right horse for the job to breaking it in, teaching it to jump, and riding it in the field. The book is divided into three sections: breaking, making, and riding. In the breaking section, McBryde covers the basics of horse handling, including how to lead, tie, and groom a horse. He also explains how to train a horse to accept a saddle and bridle, and how to teach it to stand still for mounting. In the making section, McBryde goes into more detail about training a horse for hunting and riding. He covers topics such as teaching a horse to jump, how to ride in the field, and how to handle a horse in a group. Finally, in the riding section, McBryde provides tips and advice for riders of all levels, from beginners to experienced hunters. He covers topics such as how to sit the trot, how to ride over obstacles, and how to handle a horse in different types of terrain. The Perfect Hunter and Saddle Horse: Breaking, Making and Riding is a must-read for anyone interested in horse training, hunting, or riding.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
