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HALTER
A halter class is defined as a class where the horse is judged
based upon its conformation.
The purpose of this class is to preserve Australian Quarter Horse
type by selecting individuals in the order of their resemblance
to the breed ideal and that are the most positive combination
of balance, structural correctness, breed and sex character and
muscling.
TRAIL
This class is judged on the performance of the horse over obstacles,
with emphasis on manners, response to the rider, and attitude.
a) Credit will be given to horses negotiating the obstacle with
style and some degree of speed, providing carefulness is not sacrificed,
and to horses showing the capability of picking their own way
through the course when obstacles warrant it, and willingly respond
to the rider's cues on more difficult obstacles.
b) Horse shall be penalized for any unnecessary delay while approaching
the obstacles. Horses with artificial appearance over obstacles
should be penalized.
c) Except for junior horses shown in a hackamore or snaffle bit,
only one hand may be used on the reins, except that it is permissible
to to change hands to work an obstacle. While horse is in motion
hands shall be clear of horse and saddle.
d) Horses must not be required to work on the rail. The course
must be designed, however, to require each horse to show the three
gaits (walk, jog, lope) somewhere between obstacles as part of
its work and will be scored as a maneuver.
e) Gait between obstacles shall be at the discretion of the judge.
A flying lead change does not constitute an obstacle in a trail
class. Any lead change or change of gait shall be judged under
the scored gaits and way of going judging criteria. A flying change
cannot be required but it may be optional.
f) The course to be used must be posted at least one hour before
the scheduled time of the class.
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HUNTER
UNDER SADDLE
Hunters under saddle should be suitable to purpose. They should
move with long low strides reching forward with ease and smoothness,
be able to lengthen stride and cover ground with relaxed, free flowing
movement. Horses should be obedient, have a bright expression with
alert ears, and should respond willingly to the rider with light
leg and hand contact. Horses should be responsive and smooth in
transition. When asked to extend the trot or hand gallop, they should
move out with the same flowing motion. The poll should be level
with or slightly above the withers to allow proper impulsion behind.
The head position should be level with his nose slightly in front
of, or on, the vertical.
WESTERN
PLEASURE
A good western pleasure horse has a free-flowing stride of reasonable
length in keeping with his conformation. He should cover a reasonable
amoun of ground with little effort. Ideally, he should have a balanced,
flowing motion. He should carry his hed and neck in a relaxed, natural
position, with his poll level with or slightly above the level of
his withers. He should not carry his head behind the vertical, giving
the appearance of intimidation, or be excessively nosed out, giving
a resistant appearance. His head should be level with his nose slightly
infront of the vertical, having a bright expression with alert ears.
He should be shown on a reasonably loose rein, but with light contact
and control. He should be responsive, yet smooth in transitions
wwhen called for. When asked to extend, he should move out with
the same flowing motion. Maximum credit should be given to the flowing,
balanced and willing horse which gives the impression of being fit
and a pleasure to ride.
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