"Sergeant Rick Pelicano of the Maryland National Park Police has trained horses to face just about any object or circumstance they might encounter during police work without wide eyes and snorts, And while you and your horse may not encounter many of the obstacles used in the exercises, you"ll both gain confidence and skills that will help you through the unexpected---whether you"re schooling in an arena or riding in a parade."---Horse Rider "Horses being horses" doesn"t have to come with the territory, as Sergeant Rick Pelicano explains in his proactive methods for training a horse to be absolutely safe when confronted with unusual circumstances." ---Horses all Haven"t we all wanted a bombproof horse at one time or another? This book certainly will help all horses achieve a new level of good behavior. Even if you only use one or two tips from this volume, it is well worth the purchase price."---Equestrian "A wealth of how-to, common-sense strategies, and ideas to help you and your horse maneuver through life"s obstacles---wherever you go, and whatever pops up A must-have book"---Natural Horse