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Horse Speak: The Equine-Human Translation Guide

Horse Speak: The Equine-Human Translation Guide is a practical book about noticing and responding to horses’ body language and breath. Its 12-step approach and Four Gs framework offer riders, instructors, and other horse handlers structured exercises for practicing communication.

At a glance

Organizes equine interaction around Greeting, Going Somewhere, Grooming, and Gone.
Covers interpreting body language and breath, and regulating the handler’s intensity.
Includes step-by-step exercises, ready-made interaction examples, and instructional photographs.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

The 12-step structure and Four Gs provide a practical framework for observing and responding to horses.
Visual guidance and example interactions can help readers put the book’s concepts into practice.
The listing says no special equipment or training background is required.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Trafalgar Square Books
Publication date	November 29, 2016
Edition	1st
Language	English
Print length	224 pages
ISBN-10	1570767548
ISBN-13	978-1570767548

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	2.31 pounds
Dimensions	10.25 x 8.25 x 0.4 inches

What to know before buying

The publisher presents Horse Speak as a communication system, not a training method or technique. Treat its interpretations as a framework for observation rather than a substitute for professional help when needed.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Riders and recreational horse handlers seeking a structured approach to equine body language.
Instructors, colt starters, and horse professionals interested in communication exercises.
Readers who prefer visual examples and step-by-step guidance.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a conventional riding instruction manual or a training-method textbook.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 943 ratings

5 stars82%82%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars1%1%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback describes the book as informative and easy to follow, highlighting its step-by-step exercises, illustrations, and focus on horse communication. That reported appeal aligns with the listing’s 12-step format and photo guidance, which may suit readers who want structured material to apply while observing a horse. Aggregate ratings are mostly in the highest category, though ratings alone do not establish why readers felt as they did.

Positive themes

Customers describe the book as informative, readable, and useful.
Feedback highlights the communication focus, step-by-step exercises, and illustrations.

Frequently asked questions

What does Horse Speak teach?

The listing describes a 12-step system for observing and responding to horses through body language and breath, organized around the Four Gs: Greeting, Going Somewhere, Grooming, and Gone.

Is Horse Speak a training method?

No. The listing explicitly describes it as a practical communication system, not a training method or technique.

Does the book include visual guidance?

The listing describes instructional color photographs and step-by-step examples. A separate publisher feature states that it includes over 100 instructional photographs.

Who is the book intended for?

The listing names riders, instructors, colt starters, recreational riders, and competitors, and says no special equipment or training background is required.