Acupressure is a method whose effects are not as intense or as deep as those produced by acupuncture, but its advantage is that it can also be learned and applied by horse owners, trainers and caretakers. For example, fear and tension in horses can be relieved with the aid of acupressure, and the horse's psyche can also be positively influenced. It can be used to lessen the effects of stress on the horse prior to any unsettling events, such as a change...

Someone is trying desperately to scare people from the area nicknamed "Spooky Hollow" by locals.

Dinny is faced with the possibility of losing her favorite horse when the new owners of the Lazy H ranch arrive.

When a Florida boy and his horse meet a porpoise on the beach, the horse's playing with the porpoise leads to adventure and a new friend for the boy.

Thirteen-year-old Emily's wonderful summer at Webster's Country Horse Camp comes to an exciting end, as her cabin acquires a friendly but exhausting eight-year-old mascot and relatives begin to gather for Parents' Night.

Although her temperamental horse Pretty Lady is about to be retired, Polly longs to see her in the winner's circle and pursues plans to retrain her in time for the prestigious Travers Stakes.

"In Farm Horses, beginning readers will learn about horses that work on farms. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to horses' behaviors, training, and job responsibilities. Supplementary back matter summarizes the jobs they perform, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about farm horses online using our safe search engine that provides relevant,...

After surviving a shipwreck together, a young boy and a horse develop a bond, and begin training to race once they are rescued.