Horse Book Review - The Art and Science of Clicker Training for Horses by Ben Hart offers a slightly more scientific look at clicker training. But this book is easy to read and set up in a question and answer format. Each chapter answers a specific question about clicker training horses, and Hart discusses the possible pitfalls of the method. Read my book review and see for yourself why this book is a useful addition to your training library.

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Recently my mother, to condition her two long distance horses, has been hitching them up to a cart and driving them. Driving your horse can be a lot of fun and it can be a way to share the enjoyment of your horse with non-riders. For a young horse it is good discipline and a way to build heart and lungs, muscle and bone without a rider on their back. It's important to learn to drive safely, so an experience mentor or coach is a good idea. Wearing a helmet while driving isn't a bad idea either. Do you drive your horse? What styles have you tried?

2008 US Olympic dressage rider Courtney King Dye is still in a coma after falling from a young horse that tripped while she was riding on March 3, 2010. King-Dye was apparently not wearing a helmet at the time. According to her blog on http://www.courtneykingdressage.com/ she is recovering slowly, and it's expected she will make a complete recovery, given her age, fitness level and steely willpower. Her husband Jason Dye is posting updates on her condition as well he can, considering the circumstances. I know that all About.com Horses readers join me in sending positive energy and prayers to Courtney King Dye and her family.

To encourage all riders to wear helmets, Julie Goodnight's sponsor Troxel is offering free shipping on all helmets ordered before March 31, 2010.  You can order at http://tinyurl.com/yh8nzxx or 1-800-225-8827. If you don't wear a helmet, or it's time for a new one (helmets should be replaced every 2-3 years, according to the manufacture's recommendations), please look into this offer or head to your nearest tack store. Many people think they're good enough riders to avoid a fall, or that 'it's my head, so it's my choice'. Nothing could be further from the truth. There is always an element or risk when working around or riding/driving horses. Nothing can protect you from every injury, but please protect your head, and your family's hearts and futures by wearing a helmet.

According to Lacy's owner katzlane, Lacy didn't have a very good opinion of humans.

Sounds like just getting her home was an ordeal! But thanks to patience and lots of TLC served up with a generous helping of carrots and apples, Lacy's attitude has changed. And that delights katzlane and her family. You can read more about Lacy and her family on her gallery page.

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