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Halter
Mar 28, 2007 10:39:16 GMT -5
Post by Haleigh Sharphowl on Mar 28, 2007 10:39:16 GMT -5
The horse is presented to the judge 'in-hand' wearing nothing but a stock halter. The conformation, movement, and soundness of the horse are judged.
The horse is required to make a post that is no more than two paragraphs in length. Part of the challenge of halter classes is summing up all of your character's qualities in as few words as possible. Quality of role-play is not judged, and a smooth, flowing post should be favored over one peppered with enormous, rarely-used-IRL words.
Handlers must be present for in-hand classes, however they do not post. They should stand before their mounts and walk ahead/beside them when they are in motion. Gaits will consist of the walk and trot, and they are to be judged by the standards listed under 'Gaits'. Horse size and breed should be considered in the judging; ponies move slower than Quarter Horses, for example.
--If halter is offered at a show, ALL competitors MUST show in halter in order to compete in any other Western classes!
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