Ivory Pal: Born to Fly Higher

“Ivory Pal’s story is a must read for everyone who has ever owned, loved, trained, or even watched a horse. A beautiful golden stallion who completely rejected the cruel ways of the Tennessee Walking Horse world and was summarily cast aside for his unwillingness until he was rescued by Rafael Valle who taught him the magic of relationship first, compassion, and true communication. True partnership. Pal responded by astounding the gaited horse industry with hundreds of wins including two regional championships and a North American championship. These lessons are for all. This is how it should be done! Read this book. You won’t be sorry.”

~Joe Camp
Author of the national best seller The Soul of a Horse: Life Lessons from the Herd and creator of the famous superstar Benji

“Ivory Pal is a wonderful book for all who consider themselves ‘Horse Lovers.’ It is particularly attractive for younger readers who are developing a love and appreciation for these beautiful four-legged historical companions of mankind on our planet. “Ivory Pal makes a very strong statement in supporting those of us who are now battling in the horse protection arena trying to stop the vicious cruel soring practices which are still widely inflicted on the beautiful Tennessee Walking Horses in show arenas. . .”

~Joseph Tydings
Former U.S. Senator from Maryland, father of the Horse Protection Act, and member of the last horse cavalry in WWII

“The Tennessee Walking Horse is a remarkable breed. Unfortunately, human greed, ego, and ignorance have led to terrible abuses of these horses. Of course, abuses exist in many show horse disciplines, but this one is especially painful to the horse. I’m so pleased to see an increasing number of Tennessee Walking Horse owners abandoning these inhumane and unnecessary methods. This book, about Rafael Valle and his stallion Ivory Pal, heartened me.”

~Robert M. Miller, D.V.M.
Internationally reknowned equine veterinarian responsible for developing the “imprint method” of training foals; author, educator, and one of the pioneers of natural horsemanship

“Within the borders of our great country—sometimes on neighboring horse farms— one can see horse training at its most elegant and most sadistic. Author Cindy McCauley contrasts the two approaches effectively in Ivory Pal: Born to Fly Higher. It’s a true tale full of surprises: That atrocities are still perpetrated against Tennessee Walking Horses in spite of legislation and public backlash against them; that a stallion plucked from that world would harbor no ill will toward humans; and that a novice horseman committed to noble principles could acquire the wisdom and skill needed to make the team champions. It’s a compelling story well told and beautifully photographed.”

~Rick Lamb
Author, educator, and host of The Horse Show
The Horse Show.com

“I finished the book last night and cried a lot of happy tears, tears of pride and joy for the incredible difference-makers you all are! I’m so proud of and for y’all for standin’ up for what you believe in, for your courage, authenticity and integrity. . . You’ve inspired me so much, more than words could ever express. You’ve already inspired so many, and I’m so excited to think of how many more you will inspire with your story and your book.”

~Templeton Thompson
Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter, Breyer
Horse owner, and a natural horsewoman and trainer

“Ivory Pal and Rafael are the epitome of the human/equine partnership. . . a shining example of what is possible when this partnership is developed humanely, respectfully, and lovingly. Thank you Pal and Rafael for inspiring us with your journey. And thank you Cindy for capturing their spirits in your beautiful book. NWHA envisions the day (soon) when naturally gaited walking horses and humane horsemanship are the new ‘trends’ in our industry.”

~Kathie Morrow
Interim Executive Director—National
Walking Horse Association and horse owner

· National Print Campaign

· Web site link on www.NashvilleNewzine.com and Horse and Friends Radio Show

· National Online and Social Media Campaign

· Book Signing Tour

· Studio Produced Book Trailer by Malibu Video

· Extensive Outreach to Independent Book Sellers

· Pre-Publication Trade Advertising

· National Sound and Natural Training organizations

· American Horse Publication press releases