Versatility Ranch Horse Series-Improve Ranch Riding

This is the first of a series we are doing on the popular Versatility Ranch Horse classes(VRH).  The horse in the video is not a ranch horse per se, but with the exception of the tail extensions all other principles apply.  The placings in the Ranch Riding class are often a mystery to unseasoned competitors and spectators.  In this video the horse is being critiqued not only for his willingness and training but also for the details of his movement and conformation.  Details such as shoeing, position of hocks, horses frame, the riders equitation and smoothness of transitions are all things that matter and will contribute to the horses placing.  Attending to the details of this class and achieving a higher placing will go a long way toward improving your overall placing.   The non cattle classes in the VRH are a key to success because you are not subject to the workability and luck of the cattle.

~Team AD