09/10/2026
“A handler who deems a horse stubborn may interpret hesitation as resistance while overlooking confusion, discomfort, inconsistent cues, or environmental changes.” — Dr. Tony Carlton, HORSE
Whether you’re a horse person, a veteran, a first responder, a service member, or simply someone interested in horses and behavioral health, this book is for you.
It has been such a cool experience watching Dr. Tony Carlton and his wife work with their horses, learn alongside them, and put these concepts into practice. What makes HORSE so unique is the way Tony combines his academic knowledge with real-world experiences with horses to explore behavior, communication, and the powerful connection between humans and horses.
There is so much more to a horse’s behavior than simply labeling them as “stubborn,” “difficult,” or “uncooperative.” Sometimes, what we see as resistance is actually communication and learning to recognize that difference can change the way we approach horses and, in many ways, ourselves.
A fascinating read for anyone interested in horses, human behavior, mental health, or the connection between the two.
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