coopermini
Well-Known Member
Sunday was the first show I have ever shown a horse in. We have taken our minis to a couple local shows but others have shown them for us. With all the rain we have had (16 days in a row) conditioning was nearly non existant with mud waist deep. 3 of the 4 horses wanted no part of having ears clipped. At least they all were clean.
The very first class I ever lead a horse in was with our stallion Runnin Bares Special Attraction in the 2 and over class. It was the largest class of the day with 8 entries! Special is at home the quietest horse we own.
In the ring with 7 other studs he was far from quiet. Although I rarely got him to set up for long he placed first in the class! After criticing the class Lee lead him to center of the ring, gave a couple quick snaps on the lead and had him perfect! Obviously I need more work than the horse!
After the day was finished we had 1 first, 2 2nds, 2 3rds and a 4th place. And we won't count my trip in adult novice showmanship as a single entry. Lets just say it was entertainment for the crowd but it was fun and I will remember to get the quarters correct. Trinket nearly got the pivot.
I learned a tremendous amount can't wait for the next show!
Mark
Left the camera at home on the charger for the day!
The very first class I ever lead a horse in was with our stallion Runnin Bares Special Attraction in the 2 and over class. It was the largest class of the day with 8 entries! Special is at home the quietest horse we own.
In the ring with 7 other studs he was far from quiet. Although I rarely got him to set up for long he placed first in the class! After criticing the class Lee lead him to center of the ring, gave a couple quick snaps on the lead and had him perfect! Obviously I need more work than the horse!
After the day was finished we had 1 first, 2 2nds, 2 3rds and a 4th place. And we won't count my trip in adult novice showmanship as a single entry. Lets just say it was entertainment for the crowd but it was fun and I will remember to get the quarters correct. Trinket nearly got the pivot.
I learned a tremendous amount can't wait for the next show!
Mark
Left the camera at home on the charger for the day!