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Written from a behavioural science perspective, and covering a range of topics from herd behaviour to the concept of hierarchy, this illustrated guide to horsemanship explains how to foster a more holistic relationship between human and steed. Slightly off-mint.

Don’t underestimate your dog: Mauela Zaitz shows how to have fun with your dog and keep him or her alert by teaching tricks, starting with shake a paw and progressing to switching on the lights.

In this illustrated manual, an experienced trainer, judge and course designer describes the key considerations for both horse and rider when tackling the cross-country component of eventing, including advice on schooling schedules and approaching specific obstacles.

From making a dog child-friendly to teaching children how to behave with dogs, this is a practical, illustrated guide for families thinking about getting a dog, dog owners expecting a child, or anyone who wants their pet to interact safely with children.

Based on the concept of positive reinforcement, the clicker training system outlined in this handbook by behavioural biologist and equine specialist Marlitt Wendt explains communication methods that can be modified to suit the individual horse’s character.

Bored dogs eat socks. With sniffing games, a living-room agility course, mental exercises and chewing games, as well as the adventure walks, this book shows how to have fun with your dog, keep him or her busy, and get to know one another better.

Clicker training uses incentives to improve the initiative and overall behaviour of a dog. This guide outlines the basic premise of the method and advises on training for a variety of scenarios, such as pulling on the lead.

In this illustrated handbook the canine psychologist Anders Hallgren outlines a series of simple physical and mental exercises that are designed to stimulate the senses and challenge the intelligence of our four-legged friends. Slightly off-mint.

Written by the noted dressage trainer Johannes Beck-Broichsitter and illustrated with colour photographs, this step-by-step guide to lateral work outlines training, stretching and loosening regimens designed to improve a horse’s suppleness and keep him moving freely. Slightly off-mint.

No more yelling for the dog and yanking on a lead: Angie Mienk introduces a new way of achieving harmony between dogs and humans through predominantly non-verbal, almost intuitive communication, based on scientific principles.

Written for horse owners who are interested in gentle, natural healing methods, this guide to Bach Flower Remedies looks at the 38 different plant essences, their dosage and the conditions they can help to treat.