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Today, December 3,
2007, the following proposal was adopted by the
National Horse Show Commission Board of Directors and will
be put into effect January 1, 2008.
Country Pleasure
Features: Knee action of less than 45 degrees
Keg (factory-stamped) shoes
2 gait, +/- trail walk
2 hands allowed with a western bar/shank bit
Cavesons optional Western
Ring snaffles allowed any age Western/English
Amateur only Division
General Description:
This division shall spotlight the attributes that are still
the backbone of our breed’s popularity-the smooth and
stylish walk in its most basic form combined with a relaxed
and willing attitude. Judging parameters include: the
overall balance between horse and rider, correct gaits,
smoothness, and “economy of motion” (the ability to cover a
lot of ground for an extended period of time). In addition,
the Country Pleasure horse shall break less than 45 degrees
with the knees and lack the lift of the shoulders. The
overstride naturally may be shorter in this division, but
should never appear “trotty” or stiff. The head nod must
truly be an up and down nod (never side to side), but may
lack some of the depth needed in the other divisions. This
is a no-canter, amateur-only division. The trail walk may be
asked for at the Judges’ discretion. The Country Pleasure
horse must be alert and well-behaved, stand quietly, and
back readily.
Shoeing/Equipment:
• Country Pleasure shoes are the same factory-stamped shoes
that other breeds use. Caulks are optional. No bands are
permitted
• Neat English or Western attire is required, but not a
combination of both
• 2 hands may be used with a western bar/curb/shank bit in
Country Pleasure classes only (not allowed in versatility or
equitation)
• Cavesons with a western shank/curb/bar bit are optional in
Country Pleasure classes only
• No cross-entry with other division except in Versatility,
Equitation, or Showmanship
• Ring snaffles are allowed on any age of horse English or
Western
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