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Big Horses, Good Dogs, and Straight Fences: Musings of Everyday Ranch Life

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Mark Rashid is one of the worlds truly kind gentlemen and these stories reflect that specialness. This book is a collection of true stories he tells about meaningful events in his life. Each chapter is a different story, which after reading any one of them, I found myself quietly reflecting on the specialness of it and the ways it helped me appreciate my own life lessons. It's a great book to have by your bed and read one story each night before turning off the light.

I've had the pleasure of auditing a couple clinics taught by Mark and can vouch for the fact that he "walks his talk". Pick up any of Mark's book and give them a read. You'll be entertained and inspired as a result!

This was a fun book to read. Being 'part' of Mark's life through his stories is such an adventure as well as offering wonderful teaching points. His tales of the draft horses has given me a new fondness for these hard-working giants. I'd recommend this book to not only horse lovers but also those who love to 'listen' to a good story. Mark's style of writing puts the reader right there with him in the thick of things.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. My only complaint is that is was too short. I finished it in 1 setting and could not put it down. I am on Amazon now searching for his other books and will add to my collection very soon. Highly recommended!

Once again Mark Rashid has given us some really good stories that warm the heart. While this one does not contain much about training horses, it is a worthwhile read.

This book is true to Mark Rashid's simple and entertaining writing style with some nice stories. It is a very quick read. Not fine literature, but a nice way to spend a lazy afternoon. It is not a training manual, just some nice stories about Mark's life with animals.

Good book very well written. I would have liked some stories about the "old man" if you are familiar with Mark's other work you know what I mean. But still lot's of fun and great stories !!!

I love Mark Rashid's books. This one is a gem. I just loved the stories, especially the Sleigh Ride for the General. My only problem, as is common with all his books, is I read them in a few hours. I can't put them down. My husband knows that when one shows up from Amazon, I will be out of commission for two to three hours until the book is finished. Then I am disappointed that it's over. You have to keep writing, Mr. Rashid. I am running out of your books!

Christmas present for my 33 year old horse loving daughter. She read it cover to cover in one day and is starting in on it again. Must be good

Both my wife and I loved this book - easy reading, good information and entertaining

A typically written Mark Rashid book. Very witty and leaves the reader with a little more insite than he started with. Recommend for most ages.