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| MAGAZINES |
| Quarter
Horse News -
The news magazine of the performance horse industry. It focuses
mainly on cutting and reining. However they do cover rodeo and
working cowhorse. The articles mostly cover show results, but
they do have useful articles on industry news, veterinarian care
& training tips. We enjoy this magazine tremendously. |
| Performance
Horse Magazine
- The mission of Performance Horse is to provide informative and
entertaining articles on the horses, people and issues that comprise
the reining, cutting, reined cow horse and ranch horse industries.
In addition, each issue contains insightful training articles
that enhance the skill level of all competitors, from the rookie
to the professional. That is what they say in their about us section.
This is a great magazine and a great web site
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NRHA
Reiner
- This is the NRHA's publication, so it is dedicated solely to
the sport of reining. It is packed full of information about the
industry. |
| Quarter
Horse Journal - This is the AQHA's industry publication.
It covers all aspects of horsemanship and showing. You will find
articles for training tips, lifestyle articles, equine care and
more. |
| Western
Horseman --the leading general interest horse
magazine. Each issue is loaded with in-depth features on the rodeo
world, personality profiles and event coverage. You'll be entertained
with colorful features on ranches of the West, step-by-step instructions
on horse training, the latest in equine health care, trail riding,
western art, lifestyles, and more. I am a big fan of this magazine.
I have subscribed for years. |
| Horse
& Rider - This magazine is edited for the horseman
who savors the western lifestyle and is seeking to improve his/her
skills and style in the show ring. Show ring performers provide
detailed instructions on riding and training and feature articles
highlight the latest in fashion and accessories. Additionally,
there is photo coverage of winning horses, tours of leading horse
farms, and consumer advice on a range of equine products. |
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| BOOKS |
| World
Class Reining by Shawn Flarida and Craig Schmersal -
This a great book written by two Top NRHA trainers. They cover
the whole gamete of showing and training for the reiner. It is
full of great photographs too. |
| Reining
by Al Dunning
- This a updated version of an older book that Al wrote in conjunction
with Western Horseman years ago. They have put it out in an updated
format and new photographs. Good info. |
| Clinton
Anderson's Downunder Horsemanship Establishing Respect and Control
- This book is not related specifically to reining, but it is
about training. Clinton has a ton of info out there on starting
horses. |
| Ride
Smart: Improve Your Horsemanship Skills on the Ground and in the
Saddle by Craig Cameron - This is a book that Craig
did in conjunction with Western Horseman. This is solid book on
horsemanship. Craig is good clinician, great guy, and very entertaining. |
| Western
Horseman Books - Western Horseman has done
a great job publishing a bunch of books on a variety of horse
training and related issues. |
| Reining:
The Art of Performance in Horses by Bob Loomis:
- Bob is a legend in the reining horse industry. He is an all
time leading breeder and a highly accomplished trainer. This is
a great book on Bob's philosphy on training and care. |
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