How Do You Show A Miniature Horse?
• Look at the requirements for the show. Some shows have height, weight, breed, and gender requirements. You can usually find these on the web page for the show or your registration forms. In most mini horse shows there are divisions for different heights, colors, and genders. • Make sure your mini horse is healthy. Make sure you are giving it the right amount of feed and hay but be sure not to overfeed it. You can look online, in books, or talk to a vet to find out how much you need to feed it. • Make sure your mini horse listens well, the judges will pay very close attention to the way it obeys you. Practice turning and stopping. Make sure that when you stop the mini horse stops with you and doesn’t pull on the lead rope. • Get the right equipment. Getting the right equipment for your mini horse is very important also. You can find brushes, mane combs, horse shampoo/conditioner, hoof polish, hoof picks, lead ropes, and halters at farm supply stores such as; Tractor Supply and Family
Miniature horses are bred to be exact replicas of horses, but smaller. The size and personality of these horses make them great show animals. Showing a miniature horse can be nerve wracking and exciting for both handler and horse. Start at small shows so both the horse and the handler can get comfortable with the experience. Complete the necessary paperwork. It can vary from show to show. But you can count on needing your horse’s breeding paperwork that should name the horse’s parents. You will also need registration documentation showing your mini has been registered with a reputable miniature horse organization. Most times, your horse will have to be registered with the organization hosting the show. Keep your miniature horse healthy. This is an essential starting point for showing. Proper feeding and nutrition are essential to a shiny coat and a sparkle in your mini-horse’s eyes. You can talk to nutritionists, feed suppliers or veterinarians for specific information about nutrition.
