How to Show Horses

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start the day before.

   Good show preparation starts the day before, and good preparation is absolutely essential for success!Firstly, make sure that all tack is cleaned to perfection and give the horse a bath.
   
   Next, prepare all equipment such as the rider's clothing and check that you have everything that is needed
   - now is the time to go and buy last minute items.Also , make sure that your lorry /trailer is ready for the next day to avoid any unwanted delays.
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   Step 2: The night before- always stable the horse the night before with a day sheet to keep the coat clean and stable bandages (optional)for horses with white legs.

   , this will allow for unexpected difficulties with loading/plaiting etc.
   
   Plait the horse if necessary . , Once you have arrived at the showground (with a lot of time to spare, of course), give your horse a chance to get used to the surroundings. ,, Only overtake if it is essential and make sure your horse wears a red ribbon if he kicks. ,, You will then be pulled into the middle of the ring and invited to do your individual show.
   
   This should include all four gaits and is best to be kept short and simple.
   
   It should show the judge that the horse responds perfectly to his rider.Please note that in some classes , the ride judge will ride the horse, not you.Always finish with a square halt and salute the judge. , The judge will then get the class walking around the outside again and will then pick the winner.
   
   Placed horses will then get pulled up and a rosette will be given.
   
   Non winners will leave the ring. , A lap of honour will then take place in a controlled canter.
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   Step 3: In most cases

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   Step 4: it is best to arrive at the yard with a lot of time to spare on the morning of the show.

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   Step 5: Let your horse get used to the surroundings.

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   Step 6: Warm the horse up sufficiently

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   Step 7: then return to the lorry to do final preparations.

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   Step 8: When in the ring

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   Step 9: always have good manners (you and the horse).

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    Step 10: You will be asked to do a group go-around

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    Step 11: which will include all four gaits.

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    Step 12: Do your individual show.

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    Step 13: Walk around the outside.

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    Step 14: Take 'a lap of honor'.

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