Understanding Horse Performance: Brain, Pain or Training?

by Sue Palmer, Richard Davison (Foreword)

Whatever level you ride at, the inability to solve a ridden, groundwork or behavioral problem causes frustration and can leave you feeling powerless. Chartered veterinary physiotherapist Sue Palmer reveals how you can determine whether your horse's performance is affected by his behavior (brain), health (pain) or training, and she explains clearly how to overcome difficulties through tried and tested technologies.The emphasis is on creating a comfortable, trusting and rewarding relationship between horse and rider, which ultimately will lead to greater success and more good times with your horse.

144 pages, Paperback

Published October 10, 2016

About the author

Sue Palmer is a former primary headteacher in the Borders of Scotland. She is a literacy specialist, writer, presenter and 'childhood campaigner'. She has written widely on aspects of literacy. She chaired the Scottish Play Commission, served on the Scottish Government's Early Years Task Force and currently chairs the Upstart Scotland campaign.