Western Pleasure and Horsemanship Quiz

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Questions and Answers

How and what is judged in the Western Pleasure class?

Display conformation, has good behavior & listens to rider, walk, jog, lope.

How and what is judged in the Western Horsemanship event?

The rider on the horse.

What does the term 'Stock Seat Equitation' refer to?

Western horsemanship with different terminology.

What is proper attire for both classes?

Western hat, riding boots, long sleeve shirt, long pants/jeans, chaps, belt. Signup and view all the answers

What tack is used for both classes?

Western saddle, bridle, bit, and breast collars. Signup and view all the answers

A Junior horse is of what age? What type of bit/bridle can they be shown in?

5 & under; curb or snaffle, bozzel. Signup and view all the answers

A Senior horse is of what age? What type of bit/bridle can they be shown in?

6 & older; curb bit. Signup and view all the answers

In a two-year-old Western Pleasure class or a three-year-old snaffle bit Western Pleasure class (ApHC), horses can only be shown in what type of bit/bridle?

Snaffle or bozzel. Signup and view all the answers

The stock horse breeds are what breed registries?

AQHA- American Quarter Horse Association, APHA- American Paint Horse Association, ApHA- Appaloosa Horse Association. Signup and view all the answers

Saddle horse breeds are what breed registries?

Morgans, Arabians, saddle breeds. Signup and view all the answers

What is Bridle Path Western Pleasure?

Saddle horses in Western showing. Signup and view all the answers

You can split up Western Pleasure classes according to what?

Horse breeds, age of horse & exhibitors' experience. Signup and view all the answers

You can split up Horsemanship classes according to what?

Same as Western Pleasure except age of horse is not important. Signup and view all the answers

Can professionals show in Amateur or Youth classes?

False Signup and view all the answers

What have been some recent problems associated with horses being shown in Western Pleasure?

Incorrect movement, low head, drugging horse, slow, over-canting. Signup and view all the answers

To be able to show at a breed show, what type of paperwork has to be in order before you can go?

Registered to breed, horse ownership paper, member of association, vet/treatment papers (Coggins), brand inspections. Signup and view all the answers

To attend any type of show, in-state and out-of-state, what paperwork must you have before traveling with your horse?

Coggins papers mainly, and all the other papers as well in question 16. Signup and view all the answers

What gaits are called for in a Western Pleasure Class?

Walk, trot (jog), lope, extension of gait, back. Signup and view all the answers

What gait is the 'Money gait' in Western Pleasure?

Lope. Signup and view all the answers

What are the problems/issues that are associated with loping too slow or incorrectly?

Over-canting, incorrect footfalls, breaking gait. Signup and view all the answers

What type of AQHA, APHA, and ApHA bloodlines are looked for in a Western Pleasure Horse?

Zipo Pinbar, Chocolate Chip, R.R. Magical Moonlight, Invitation Only. Signup and view all the answers

What type of movement and head carriage do we want to see from a stock horse? From a pleasure or saddle horse?

<ul> <li>Stock horses - head carried low (level neck to their rest of body); * Saddle horses - head carried high, and knees are brought up high.</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Western Pleasure class the 'foundation class' for all other western events?

You learn the basic requirements for all other classes. Signup and view all the answers

After a horse can perform Western Pleasure, what other types of classes are added for the horse to become an 'All-Around' horse?

Trail, horsemanship, showmanship, hunt-seat, halter. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Western Pleasure and Horsemanship Overview

Judging criteria for Western Pleasure includes conformation, behavior, and responsiveness to the rider, along with specific gaits: walk, jog, and lope.
In Western Horsemanship, the focus is on the rider's performance and skill on the horse.

Terminology and Classes

"Stock Seat Equitation" refers to Western horsemanship, highlighting different terminology used within the discipline.
Western Pleasure classes can be divided by horse breeds, age, and exhibitor experience.
Horsemanship classes are split similarly, although age of horse is not a distinguishing factor.

Horse and Attire Requirements

Proper attire for both classes includes a Western hat, riding boots, long-sleeve shirt, jeans, chaps, and a belt.
Both classes utilize common tack: Western saddle, bridle, bit, and breast collars.

Horse Age Classifications

A Junior horse is defined as being 5 years old and under, allowed to show in curb, snaffle, or bozzel bit.
A Senior horse is 6 years or older and must compete using a curb bit.
In two-year-old Western Pleasure or three-year-old snaffle bit classes (ApHC), snaffle or bozzel bits are mandatory.

Breed Registries

Stock horse breeds recognized include AQHA (American Quarter Horse Association), APHA (American Paint Horse Association), and ApHA (Appaloosa Horse Association).
Saddle horse breeds include Morgans, Arabians, and saddle breeds, noted for high head carriage and animated movement.

Competition Concerns

Recent issues in Western Pleasure include incorrect movement, low head carriage, drugging, slow performances, and over-canting.
To compete at breed shows, necessary paperwork includes registration papers, ownership documents, association membership, veterinary treatment records (Coggins), and brand inspections.
Before traveling to any shows, particularly out-of-state, Coggins papers and all requisite documents must be organized.

Gaits and Performance

Required gaits in a Western Pleasure class encompass the walk, trot (jog), lope, extension of gait, and backing.
The "Money gait" is identified as the lope, which must be executed correctly, or problems such as over-canting and breaking gait may occur.

Bloodlines and Movement Standards

Notable AQHA, APHA, and ApHA bloodlines for Western Pleasure horses include Zipo Pinbar, Chocolate Chip, R.R. Magical Moonlight, and Invitation Only.
Desired movement standards: stock horses should have a low head position (level neck to body), while pleasure or saddle horses exhibit higher head carriage and elevated knees.

Role of Western Pleasure

The Western Pleasure class serves as the foundational class for all other Western events, imparting essential skills and requirements needed for further disciplines.
Post mastering Western Pleasure, horses can take on classes like Trail, Horsemanship, Showmanship, Hunt-seat, and Halter to advance as "All-Around" horses.

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