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The Annotated H.DV.12: The rules of equestrian culture explained anew by Gerd Heuschmann and Kurd Albrecht von Ziegner

The Annotated H.DV.12: The rules of equestrian culture explained anew by Gerd Heuschmann and Kurd Albrecht von Ziegner

by Xenophon Press
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The army service regulations from 1912 are the origin of today's guidelines for riding and driving. Former colonel Kurd Albrecht von Ziegner and Dr. Gerd Heuschmann supplement the rules of riding culture with the latest findings and their wealth of experience. Their fresh interpretation of the historic manual was first published in German in February 2017 and is now available for the first time in English.

The H.Dv.12, the army service regulation from 1912 last updated on August 18, 1937, was a “service regulation” of the German army. It deals with the training of horses and riders for use in cavalry units. Many of the training rules were incorporated into the guidelines of the German Equestrian Federation (FN) after the Second World War. Those who follow these guidelines can use the H.Dv.12 as a riding doctrine and as a concrete guide for the versatile training of young horses.

"Finally an explained edition of H.Dv.12! Internationally renowned veterinarian and trainer, Heuschmann and master of the Training Scale, Albrecht von Ziegner bring this classic to light. Both experts dedicated their lives to the fair and kind training of horses. Both commentators are serious authors in their own right.

"This is a welcome addition to the Xenophon Press library and fills in the blanks of what was, until now a not always easy to follow manual of classical horsemanship. A deep bow and thank you to both commentators." - Publisher/Editor, Xenophon Press

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Now accepting advance reservation orders.

Due to be printed in 2025

The army service regulations from 1912 are the origin of today's guidelines for riding and driving. Former colonel Kurd Albrecht von Ziegner and Dr. Gerd Heuschmann supplement the rules of riding culture with the latest findings and their wealth of experience. Their fresh interpretation of the historic manual was first published in German in February 2017 and is now available for the first time in English.

The H.Dv.12, the army service regulation from 1912 last updated on August 18, 1937, was a “service regulation” of the German army. It deals with the training of horses and riders for use in cavalry units. Many of the training rules were incorporated into the guidelines of the German Equestrian Federation (FN) after the Second World War. Those who follow these guidelines can use the H.Dv.12 as a riding doctrine and as a concrete guide for the versatile training of young horses.

"Finally an explained edition of H.Dv.12! Internationally renowned veterinarian and trainer, Heuschmann and master of the Training Scale, Albrecht von Ziegner bring this classic to light. Both experts dedicated their lives to the fair and kind training of horses. Both commentators are serious authors in their own right.

"This is a welcome addition to the Xenophon Press library and fills in the blanks of what was, until now a not always easy to follow manual of classical horsemanship. A deep bow and thank you to both commentators." - Publisher/Editor, Xenophon Press

Why Shop with Equestrian Life

We know you have options when it comes to equestrian gear and apparel. Here’s why riders across the U.S. choose to shop with us—and keep coming back.

• Free U.S. Shipping on orders over $49 – No hidden fees. No surprises. Just fast, reliable delivery—always on us.
• Best Price Guarantee – Found a better price? We’ll match it. No hassle.
• 30-Day Easy Returns – Not satisfied? Return it, no questions asked.
• Exceptional Service – We're known for knowledgeable, responsive support—before and after your purchase.
• Satisfaction Guaranteed – Every item we carry is hand-selected for quality. If something’s not right, we’ll make it right.

Free Shipping On Orders Over $49
We offer free shipping on all orders over $49 within the United States. No hidden fees. No fine print. Just straightforward, reliable delivery—because we believe shopping should be simple.

Order Confirmation
Once you place your order, you’ll receive an email confirmation. This means your order is in our system and your payment method has been pre-authorized.

We’ll verify that your item is in stock and available for shipment. If it’s back-ordered or unavailable, we’ll void the charge and contact you to offer options.

If your item is ready to ship within 5 business days, we’ll process your payment and begin preparing your order.

Order Shipment
In-stock items typically ship within 3 business days of purchase. You’ll receive a shipping confirmation with tracking details within 24 hours of dispatch.

Haven’t received a shipping update within 4 business days? Reach out to us at [email address]—we’re happy to help.

International Orders
We do ship internationally by request.

For a custom international shipping quote, contact us. If you’re happy with the quote, we’ll securely process your order and arrange shipment.

Shipping Damage
Please inspect your package upon delivery. If there's visible damage:

  • Make a note when signing for the item, or decline delivery.

  • If you accept delivery, photograph the packaging and product immediately.

Email your photos to Support@EquestrianLifeBrand.com, then visit our Returns Page to start a claim. We’ll take it from there.