Easy-Gaited Horses: Gentle, Humane Methods for Training and Riding Gaited Pleasure Horses

by Lee Ziegler, Rhonda Hart Poe (Foreword)

“Lee presents the what, why, and how of easy gaits ... A must-read for those who mistakenly believe gaits are best achieved through pain and force.” ―Natural Horse

Enjoy a comfortable long-distance ride on a well-trained gaited horse and you’ll be surprised at how easygoing these handsome animals can be. But unique challenges can arise when horse owners more familiar with the standard walk, trot, and canter try to train these complex and multi-geared horses to gait correctly. Author Lee Ziegler guides riders through the finer points of developing and maintaining these extra gaits, using humane training methods that stress patience and good horsemanship. 

“A valuable resource, whether you’re an experienced owner or buying your first easy-gaited horse ... Ziegler’s approach stresses gentle, humane training using the principles of good horsemanship.” ―Trail Rider Magazine

“A thorough, well-written look at training the pleasure horse ... Ziegler is a top clinician in Germany and the United States and brings 30 years’ experience with gaited breeds to this book. It’s a keeper.” ―The Horsemen’s Yankee Pedlar

256 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2005

About the author

Lee Ziegler, based in Colorado Springs, writes about easy-gaited horses for several publications, including The Gaited Horse and Walking Way.

Reviews

[Burl Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this. It's a wonderful go to resource for the gaited horse owner.

[Alison Fiddler · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. It has become my go-to book for help when I am training my gaited pony.

[Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Book by a wonderful woman who knew horses!! Lots of good details!