Tallgrass Publishers, LLC.

Tallgrass Publishers, LLC. is committed to creating learning tools that enrich the health and wellbeing of the human and animal community. We offer books, manuals, charts, and videos to expand people's knowledge of acupressure, natural health, and other forms of energetic medicine for horses, dogs, and cats. Our intent is to combine these learning tools with the Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute training programs to provide access to powerful healing modalities.

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Equine Acupressure: A Working Manual (4th Edition)
by Nancy Zidonis, Amy Snow, & Marie Soderberg

This book is a step-by-step guide to equine acupressure with lots of charts, photographs and illustrations. It is perfect for owners, trainers, and healthcare practitioners to enhance the horse’s performance, health, and wellbeing. Acupressure helps people connect with their own healing abilities while contributing to your sense of partnership in the horse’s soundness.

Profile: ISBN # 0-0645982-3-X; 164 pgs; Spiral Bind - $30.95; Perfect Bind - $29.95

Reviews. . .

   "The authors have done a superb job of making the basics of equine acupressure understandable and useful for horse owners. The book begins with an overview of Traditional Chinese Medicine, continues with chapters on the meridian system and point location on the horse, and then gets down to business with chapters on structuring an acupressure treatment, point selection for the treatment of specific conditions and maintenance treatment.
   Things I particularly like about this book…it is mindfully written and illustrated. The text is easy to follow, and the book contains an abundance of simple drawings and photographs that clearly depict what the authors are trying to convey."
   —Christine King, BVSc, MACVSc, MVetClinStud
   Journal of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, July-September 2006

   "This information puts you in touch with the horse. An excellent resource!"
   —Potato Richardson, Winner of the 1998 Tevis Cup

   "The authors of this book have done something truly remarkable. They have created a book, as well as a tool, that encourages and teaches a hands-on approach to health. This manual empowers people, giving them the ability to participate in the health and well-being of their horses."
   —Shelly Hawley-Yan, Director, Animal Alliance of Canada

   "This book does for equine acupressure what my books do for human acupressure, presenting the traditional theory in an easily digestible way and making it very do-able. Just by reading this book and trying the simple stretches and the point 'recipes' for common problems, you can help your horse's health."
   —Iona Marsaa Teeguarden, MA, Author and Renowned Acupressure Teacher

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The Sound Hoof: Horse Health from the Ground Up
by Lisa Simons Lancaster

Hoof care is critical to every horse owner. The Sound Hoof demystiﬁes what every owner, trainer, and equine healthcare provider wants to know about current trimming and shoeing practices so that they can make informed decisions for their horses. Lancaster takes a pragmatic approach toward the emerging ﬁeld of holistic hoof care, a subject that is being heatedly discussed in the equine community by documenting the latest science available regarding a balanced, healthy hoof and horse.

The Sound Hoof offers its readers lots of photographs, diagrams, and clear explanations for:

• Hoof Structure & Balance
• Tools to Evaluate Soundness
• 11-Point Checklist for Hoof Health
• Pros & Cons of Barefoot & Shoeing
• Clinical Signs of Laminitis & Navicular
• Latest Scientiﬁc Studies, and much more!

Profile: ISBN # 0-9645982-7-2; 125 pgs; Perfect Bind - $26.96

   Reviews. . .

   "The Sound Hoof offers a roadmap for the responsible horse owner, a prescription to ﬁnding a new level of enjoyment with your horse through its hooves. Lisa’s 21st century holistic hoof care philosophy not only is backed up by credible research; it is based on the often-overlooked but all-important principle that every horse is different, no two owners are alike, and that what works in one barn may not work in the one next door."
   — Fran Jurga
   Editor/Publisher, Hoofcare & Lameness Journal of

   Equine Foot Science    "This book is a great resource for those interested in learning more about their horses’ hoof health and most especially those interested in self-care or barefoot. Much of the research on hooves from ancient to current times is explained with unmatched clarity. The more people read this book, the more sound horses there will be."
   — Henry Heymering, CJF, RMF

    President, Guild of Professional Farriers    "Lisa Lancaster’s book offers all horse people a superb introduction into natural hoof care which is the essential foundation to every horse. This information allows us the opportunity to be of tremendous beneﬁ t to our kindred spirits. Learn and enjoy!"
   — Allen M. Schoen, DVM, MS
   author of Kindred Spirits: How the Remarkable Bond Between Humans and Animals Can Change the Way We Live

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A NATURAL PATH FOR HORSES - A Guide to Homeopathy and Other Alternative Therapies
by Cheyanne West (C-Hom)

This is a comprehensive guide to the uses of homeopathy and other alternative therapies for horses. It includes an A-Z repertory of equine diseases and disorders, a section on acute and emergency situations, breed specifics and their individual predisposition to various diseases and disorders, a section on constitutional remedies and constitutional types, a comprehensive section on alternative therapies that includes acupressure points and herbal compliments, plus a materia medica of homeopathic remedies. It is an excellent comprehensive guide for holistic veterinarians and horse owners in general, who want to know more about the uses of homeopathy for treating a wide variety of diseases and disorders.

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The Well-Connected Dog:
A Guide to Canine Acupressure
by Amy Snow and Nancy Zidonis

    The human-dog connection is without comparison. A dog is a dog, but also our best friend, our child, our protector, playmate, inspiration and connection to a simpler, loving world. Because dogs understand the language of touch, they are extremely receptive to acupressure.
    Dog owners/guardians, trainers and healthcare providers can use this easy-to-follow manual to learn canine acupressure. It covers the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, how to perform an acupressure session, charts with the 12 Major Meridians, and 20 common canine specific condition treatments.

Profile: ISBN # 0-9645982-4-8; 166 pgs; Spiral Bind - $26.95; Perfect Bind - $25.96

    Reviews . . .

"This book is a contribution to the necessary turn-around in our thinking about life and reactions toward animals....There is a benefit for those who discover the power of healing touch."
   —Dr. Michael W. Fox, Author and Veterinarian

"This is a gem of a book. The authors have taken a complex subject and made it intelligible to follow so that dogs can benefit from acupressure. It is a must for everyone who truly cares about their dog."
—Samuel Snider, Animal Fair Magazine

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A NATURAL PATH FOR DOGS - A Guide to Homeopathy and Other Alternative Therapies - Second Edition!
by Cheyanne West (C-Hom)

This is a comprehensive guide to the uses of homeopathy and other alternative therapies for dogs. It includes an A-Z repertory of canine diseases and disorders, a section on acute and emergency situations, breed specifics listing most AKC breeds and their individual predisposition to various diseases and disorders, a section on constitutional remedies and constitutional types, a comprehensive section on alternative therapies that includes acupressure points and herbal compliments (new to this second edition), plus a materia medica of over 120 homeopathic remedies. This book is wire bound, 365 pages, soft cover. It is an excellent comprehensive guide for holistic veterinarians and dog owners in general, who want to know more about the uses of homeopathy for treating a wide variety of diseases and disorders.

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Acu-Cat: A Guide to Feline Acupressure
by Nancy Zidonis & Amy Snow

Cats are the most popular companion animal in the world. This use-friendly book is filled with photographs, charts, and illustrations to help people learn acupressure. The book includes: an acupressure session protocol; the major meridians for cats, and over 30 specific feline condition treatments. Since are so connected to their own energy, when they need your help to fee their best, acupressure offers an excellent way for you to contribute to a cat’s healing.

Profile: ISBN # 0-9645982-5-6; 166pgs; Perfect Bind - $23.95

    Reviews . . .

    "Return to the days when healing was about mind, spirit, and body. The time has come to integrate traditional medicine with alternative medicine. Once we do that, we will truly be serving our feline members."
   —Dr. Jane Bicks, Noted Veterinarian, Author & TV Host

    "Getting back to basics: takes on a new and important meaning in relation to this insightful and thought provoking work. Awakening to techniques that have worked for thousands of years will provide both the reader and her furry companion with options for care that will add significant quality to their lives."
   —Holly Hazard, Executive Director, Doris Day Animal League

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