Publisher Comments:

John Lyons' symposia have introduced tens of thousands of riders each year to a training philosophy that virtually guarantees success.

His proven training program is centered around his belief that horses are conditioned-response animals and as such can be thoroughly trained using principles based on common sense and logic.

Lyons covers every critical aspect of training, from the first saddling and ride to ground training and trail work. He includes coverage of specific problems: kicking and striking, head tossing, biting, and spooking among others.

The book features a complete discussion of Lyons round pen training and of safe, reliable trailer loading. Emphasis is on understanding and communicating with the horse, and on application of gentle persuasion over force. Hardcover , 268 pages with photos and illustrations.

Round Pen Training

Halter Breaking and Leading

Ground Training

Trail Work

Arena Work

Trailer Loading

...and much more!