We've all heard the saying, "horses are a lot of work." But if dealing with your horse's attitude is taking up all of your time, energy, and money, it might be time to take a closer look at what's going on. Author Meredith Hill has spent over 30 years observing and learning about horses in a variety of settings. From high-stress show barns to local rescues, she strives to achieve what she calls a "working relationship" of mutual respect with every horse she works with. Sharing her experiences and heart-warming stories about her own horses, Hill provides readers with a wealth of information, including: ¿ How horses and their wild instincts evolved ¿ How to determine if a horse is misbehaving or not feeling well ¿ How to assess your horse's behavior, including common behavioral issues ¿ How to read your horse's body language and facial expressions ¿ How professionals can help us and our horses on the path to behaving well and demonstrating good manners Whether you're a new horse owner, a beginner to all things equine, or a seasoned equestrian who's facing a new problem horse, Did I Really Mean to Buy a Horse? What to Do When Your Horse Is Acting Like a Monster, and When (and How) to Call for Help is the ultimate resource for understanding what your horse is trying to tell you. Communicating with a horse is learning a new language, as Ms. Hill points out, and learning to "speak horse" can take some patience and assistance. Consider Did I Really Mean to Buy a Horse? What to Do When Your Horse Is Acting Like a Monster, and When (and How) to Call for Help if your horse has a bad reputation due to: ¿ Cribbing ¿ Weaving ¿ Kicking ¿ Biting ¿ Spooking ¿ Any of the endlessly creative bad habits horses can have Combining Why Does My Horse Act Like This: Understanding Equine Behavior in your New Horse and The Well-Mannered Horse: Developing an Ideal Equine Buddy, this book offers page after page of advice, words of wisdom, and patient encouragement from professional horsewoman Meredith Hill. You'll also find a plethora of resources to help you: ¿ Find a trainer, veterinarian, farrier, or behaviorist to help you ¿ Make good decisions regarding your horse's behavior ¿ Feel less intimidated and afraid of your horse's attitude ¿ Understand why your horse may be acting up or being rude ¿ And ultimately, strengthen your relationship with your horse Training horses isn't for everyone, but Meredith Hill helps new riders and experienced equestrians alike learn more about their horse in Did I Really Mean to Buy a Horse? What to Do When Your Horse Is Acting Like a Monster, and When (and How) to Call for Help.