Tag: Glossary of Judging Terms

At a horse show a rider said to me, "It's so silly that we all want the same picture, over and over again." So, what is that perfect Training Level photo?

What are judges looking for in the free walk? Janet Foy shares!

QUICK - Refers to the tempo (strides per minute) unless otherwise noted. Full glossary: http://bit.ly/2019USDFGlossary

OVER THE BACK (OR TOPLINE) - The horse stretching and rounding the back or topline. Full glossary: http://bit.ly/2019USDFGlossary

DRAGGING - Refers to dragging of the hind feet or inactivity of the hind legs or failure to lift the hooves clear of the...

IMPULSION (Engagement and the Desire to Go Forward) - Used to describe the transmission of an eager and energetic, yet controlled, propulsive thrust generated...

STUCK - Instead of being raised in the rhythm of the gait, a foot remains on the ground throughout the entire stride. Usually applied...

FLEXIBILITY - Range of motion of joints and the ability to move the joints freely.  Also described as Suppleness.  Full glossary: http://bit.ly/2019USDFGlossary

CARRIAGE - The posture of the horse, most easily evaluated when viewing the horse’s profile or outline from the side. Full glossary: http://bit.ly/2019USDFGlossary

HARMONY - Used in reference to the relationship between the horse and rider, the partners’ positive physical as well as mental/emotional connection, showing...