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Painting of Maestoso II Catrina ridden by Shana Ritter. Painting by Janey Belozer.

























Quotes of Hans von Heydebreck


  • "Absolute obedience to the leg aids is the prerequisite for the horse's obedience. For this purpose, the calves have to be in permanent light contact, from top to bottom, with the horse's body. The horse must be on the leg."
    (1928; translation: T. Ritter)




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