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Tug of War: Classical Versus Modern Dressage: Why Classical Training Works and How Incorrect Riding Negatively Affects Horses' Health |  | Author: Gerd Heuschmann
Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  34 reviews
Sales Rank: 55131
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 144
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 7 x 0.7
ISBN: 1570763755
Dewey Decimal Number: 636.1088
EAN: 9781570763755
ASIN: 1570763755
Publication Date: September 1, 2007
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Describing the basic anatomy and physiology of the horse, this book by an experienced veterinarian identifies widely-used incorrect training methods—especially in dressage—that can undermine a horse's health and well-being. Starting with the question Who is responsible for this? the book looks at breeders, breed associations, instructors, judges, riders, spectators, and the governing bodies of horse sports. The hyperflexion issue, the discussion shows, is that training affects horses both for good and for ill, and riders should reject any methods that cause pain or fail to respect the mental habits and physiological needs of their animals.
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For the horse's sake November 25, 2007
Rebecca Olmsted (California)
55 out of 55 found this review helpful
In Tug of War, Dr. Heuschmann, who is a leading veterinarian in Germany, explains the functional anatomy of the dressage horse, including detailed diagrams of the muscles and ligaments used to develop the horse according to classical principles. He explains which muscles and ligaments are used, and how, in the overbent "rollkeur" method, as well as in the flashy movements used to sell and show dressage horses. As Kyra Kyrklund calls it "the expensive trot", a pun on extended trot. Dr. Heuschmann takes an unequivocal stand on the questionable morality of these practices, and recommends guidelines for riders, judges, and breeders. The book is amply illustrated with photographs of horses being ridden well and not well. If you want to know the difference between a leg mover and a back mover, this is the book for you. This is a great book for educating your eye, and it takes a refreshingly candid look at practices which in my opinion need to be eliminated, for the horse's sake.
The dressage world needs to reclaim its heritage. Classical dressage is known for its ability to rehabilitate ruined horses. It preserves horses into their old age. But "modern" techniques do just the opposite. Come on riders, let's turn this trend around!
This book is also of interest to hunter jumper riders - Dr. Heuschmann points out that overbending happens there too.
So, buy this book and throw away your draw reins!
Easy, Clear, Sensible and For The Good of the Horse January 23, 2008
revitup
37 out of 37 found this review helpful
I refer to this book again and again. I am learning dressage to help my horse be strong and healthy and relaxed, and this book shows me what "right" looks like and what "wrong" looks like and why which is which. Interestingly, most of the "wrongs" show high level dressage horses, which reminded me to remain objective, and to not be impressed by "impressive show dressage horses/riders," but to look carefully at the movements and ask if that training builds up the horse or breaks it down. I learned a lot about conformation, too, in this book, and how much we can help our horses. And the "why" of right vs. wrong isn't explained with "because I said so" or sycophantic genuflection at "The Masters." It's explained clearly and anatomically, so that you can see how incorrect riding breaks down and hurts your horse, leading to lamenesses and injury and stress, and how thoughtful riding helps your horse AND your dressage scores. I am so glad to have this book -- as the one responsible for my horse's health, longevity and happiness, this book helps me take good common-sense care of her, even though I am not a vet and can't afford regular lessons/clinics with top trainers. Truly, finding this book is a relief. Now that I see the big picture, I can just practice and try to improve her body and mind with lots of gentle bending and better riding.
Absolute MUST reading November 25, 2007
Book Buffy (New Zealand)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
This is a book that should be required reading for anyone who gets on a horse's back, and certainly needs to be mandatory for anyone who is registered as a dressage judge. Straight-forward, easy to understand without mind dumbing scientific jargon.
Tug of War: Classical Versus "Modern" Dressage December 6, 2007
Karen L. Ososki
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
This is a very important book for all dressage riders. Written by a very knowledgeable veterinarian (works directly with Klaus Balkenhol), this book explains the biomechanics of throughness and its importance in preventing lameness in easy to understand terms. Many dressage horses will benefit from thier riders understanding this important concept.
Read it because your horse can't February 1, 2008
Mary E. Emanuel (Colorado)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Horses are amazing animals so it is up to us as riders to be educated from all points of view. This book explains in extreme depth and anatomically why rollkur and other harsh methods do nothing for the horse except give them a pain in the neck, poor muscling and other problems. If you are sick of being told that "modern dressage" is the way to go then read and be educated, take a stand for your horse.
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