Ein gutes Pferd hat niemals die falsche Farbe

Mark Rashid has been working with horses for over 30 years and has become well-known far beyond the borders of the USA for his unique approach to training. As a boy, he received a gift from an old man, which he now shares with his readers: the gift of truly understanding horses, perceiving the world from their perspective, and thereby gaining a better grasp of their nature and actions.

In his book, he writes about life and work with these wonderful animals, covering different breeds such as Arabians, Quarter Horses, and Appaloosas, as well as the methods of riding a horse or teaching it various things.

He shares stories that provoke thought and deeply move the reader. He poignantly describes how the little mare Sunny is mistreated by Buzz, the ranch's helper, until the old man finally rescues her. He brings a smile to his readers' faces when he recounts how a horse is considered a "woman-hater," even though it simply dislikes perfume. Additionally, he humorously narrates his first, woefully failed attempt to pick the best horse at an auction.

Through Wil's story, he helps us understand why a good horse can never be the wrong color, as Wil did not fit any conventional beauty standards and was even considered the ugliest horse anyone had ever seen, yet he became the most reliable work partner and best friend one could wish for. When you read how Mark Rashid views horses, you may start to see your horse in a whole new light.