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Halter and Showmanship

Horse Show Prep Videos

You and your horse have worked hard all winter. He's fit, you're confident, and you're ready to go to a…

11 years ago


Video: Western Show Grooming

Whether you compete in western pleasure, horsemanship, showmanship or all-around, making a good first impression when you enter the show…

11 years ago

Perfect Your Showmanship Patterns

Attention to detail is critical when you’re competing in showmanship. Follow these tips for maneuvering the patterns during a class.…

12 years ago

How to Fit a Halter for Showmanship

Click for a printable version of this chart. First impressions are important in showing horses, especially in the showmanship division.…

12 years ago

Showmanship Success

Precision and attention to detail are always important in the show pen, but they are especially crucial in showmanship competition.…

12 years ago

Show Your Stuff: A Guide to Showmanship

Showmanship competition reflects how a well-trained horse should behave on the ground. Every horse should be easy to handle, work…

13 years ago

Ten Tips for Showmanship Success

There is a lot to learn when you’re starting out in showmanship. It takes time and practice to become familiar…

13 years ago

Showmanship Set Up

Q: I want to start showing my Quarter Horse in showmanship classes, but we have a hard time with setting…

15 years ago

How to Band a Western Horse’s Mane

Here are some simple steps for mane banding from expert groomer Casey Warren. But before you begin, check competition rules…

17 years ago

Showmanship: Perfect Your Presentation

The purpose of the showmanship class is for exhibitors to demonstrate their ability to show their horses, rather than showcasing…

18 years ago