Lyons on Horses: His Proven Conditioned-Response Training Program

An essential guide to horsemanship from "America's Most Trusted Horseman" With almost three decades of experience as a horse trainer/instructor, John Lyons has become known as "America's Most Trusted Horseman." With a special dedication to horses and horse owners, his concepts have influenced every level of performance, riding style, and breed of horse throughout the world. Each year, thousands of horse handlers flock to his clinics to learn from a man whose training philosophies virtually guarantee success.Lyons on Horses leaves no stone unturned on the path toward understanding your horse. With emphasis on communication, understanding, and of gentle persuasion over force, Lyons covers every critical aspect of training. From the first saddling and ride to ground training and trail work, he guides trainers of all skill levels and riding styles through his tried-and-true lessons. This guidebook is essential for any horseman who wants to learn from someone who has been honored by breed associations, universities, horse clubs, and magazines for his contributions to horses, riders, and trainers.