Happy Horsemanship

For you to enjoy me (and for me to enjoy you, too) there are some important facts about me which you should know before you try to handle or ride me.

"I am a Horse.

"My name in Latin is Equus. From this name comes the word 'equine' which means something to do with a horse, and the word 'equestrian,' which means one who rides a horse."

With this, Happy Horsemanship starts you and your child on a most wonderful journey. Told from the point of view of the horse, this little gem introduces every aspect of riding and caring for horses -- from body to mind, from tack to riding position.

Everything is in here: safety, compassion, how-to handle a horse and ride, along with why things are done the way they are. Presented in a fun & light-hearted way from the horse's point of view. Very understandable.

Even though the book was written in '66 it is superior to and far more practical than the tomes being written today that confuse an experienced horseperson, let alone a novice. Whether riding English (as illustrated) or Western this book tells what needs to be known.

I bought it for my 13 yo niece just starting with horses & have recommended it to adults who have spent years with horses.


Perfect book for the 11 and under crowd.   August 14, 1999
8 out of 9 found this review helpful

Excellent book for the beginning rider. Covers basic horse information in a fun and easy to read manner. Mostly geared for the younger rider, it has information that parents of new horse owners/riders shouldn't be without. The pictures complement the text and are warmly funny. Highly reccomended, I give it to all my younger students on their first lesson.


Excellent book for beginners and children!   January 26, 1999
5 out of 5 found this review helpful

The illustrations are detailed and expressive. The text is acurate, comprehensive information. It is presented in an easy to read & follow format. As a Riding Instructor, I recommend this book to all first time riders and to all my children riders.


An excellent book for everyone!   June 20, 1997
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

"Happy Horsemanship" is an excellent book for children and adults. It is written in plain english and easy to understand. Illustrations are cute, and easy to relate to. Dorothy Henderson Pinch mixed her knowledge of horses and children better than anybody else I know! This book isn't all serious, fact, fact, fact, it has lots of humor, so the book isn't boring and dull. I think parents, adults, and children will find it an invaluable addition to their home library


great for adults and kids   November 13, 2006
tigortweet (Fallon, NV)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I am a beginning adult rider and I absolutely loved this book, it is funny and helpful on all levels for beginners. I think all new riders should read it!