14h 16 year old WelshX

HotxtoxTrot · 03-30-2008, 02:13 PM

Breed: 16
Age: Welsh pony cross (on papers it says that his dam is a "cream mare"
Gender: gelding
Height: 14 hands
Horse's current job and future intended uses: was a brilliant foxhunter/jumper, now a mom-sitter
Additional Information: his feet have been butchered pretty badly by his past farrier, so they may look uneven or make it seem that he stands unevenly. Also, he has foundered (again) and has been out of work for a few months and needs to lose weight.

pvf · 03-30-2008, 02:27 PM

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Here are the rules about how to critique horses in the conformation clinic. Please check back here as this forum progresses since we will be making updates as we go along.

1. Be honest but friendly.
All horses have flaws -- you can certainly point them out. BUT, do not say things in a way that could be construed as rude or overly negative.
Keep all comments focused on the horse. Do not say anything critical about the owner.

2. If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.
Just like how all horses have flaws, they all have good points. If you have something negative to say, be sure to also include a positive comment.
Keep things friendly -- give your comments the way you would if a good friend asked you for your opinion.

3. If you don't have anything conformation-related to say, please PM the horse's owner instead of replying in here.
People posting in this area are looking for conformation-related responses. Even if you're not well versed in conformation, please don't be shy about trying to critique the horse or ask questions about his/her conformation. But, since this is the conformation clinic, please make sure your response does pertain to conformation! Comments such as "he sure is pretty!" should be made via PM if you aren't also commenting on the horse's conformation.

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Keep your comments focused on your own ideas, and not reactions to other people's posts.
If you think you'll be bothered by seeing comments that you think are "wrong" - then don't visit this forum!!!
It is not your job to convince everyone that your opinion is correct. Say what you believe and let others come to their own conclusions.

If people have trouble following these rules, we will make critiquing by invitation only.

BabyMay · 03-30-2008, 04:29 PM

I don't think he needs to lose that much weight. Nice slope to the shoulder. He has a nice head, but his neck is a little long. You are correct about his feet. They need some special attention. Overall he is a nice looking pony.

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03-30-2008, 02:13 PM
HotxtoxTrot Yearling Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 768	14h 16 year old WelshX Breed: 16 Age: Welsh pony cross (on papers it says that his dam is a "cream mare" Gender: gelding Height: 14 hands Horse's current job and future intended uses: was a brilliant foxhunter/jumper, now a mom-sitter Additional Information: his feet have been butchered pretty badly by his past farrier, so they may look uneven or make it seem that he stands unevenly. Also, he has foundered (again) and has been out of work for a few months and needs to lose weight.

03-30-2008, 02:27 PM
pvf Regional Forums Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Minnesota Posts: 6,441	How to Critique Horses - read this if you want to comment -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Here are the rules about how to critique horses in the conformation clinic. Please check back here as this forum progresses since we will be making updates as we go along. 1. Be honest but friendly. All horses have flaws -- you can certainly point them out. BUT, do not say things in a way that could be construed as rude or overly negative. Keep all comments focused on the horse. Do not say anything critical about the owner. 2. If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all. Just like how all horses have flaws, they all have good points. If you have something negative to say, be sure to also include a positive comment. Keep things friendly -- give your comments the way you would if a good friend asked you for your opinion. 3. If you don't have anything conformation-related to say, please PM the horse's owner instead of replying in here. People posting in this area are looking for conformation-related responses. Even if you're not well versed in conformation, please don't be shy about trying to critique the horse or ask questions about his/her conformation. But, since this is the conformation clinic, please make sure your response does pertain to conformation! Comments such as "he sure is pretty!" should be made via PM if you aren't also commenting on the horse's conformation. 4. People WILL say things you disagree with. Keep your comments focused on your own ideas, and not reactions to other people's posts. If you think you'll be bothered by seeing comments that you think are "wrong" - then don't visit this forum!!! It is not your job to convince everyone that your opinion is correct. Say what you believe and let others come to their own conclusions. If people have trouble following these rules, we will make critiquing by invitation only. __________________ www.prairieviewfarms.net Raising Reg. Paints and Quarter horses

03-30-2008, 04:29 PM
BabyMay Coming two Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,890	I don't think he needs to lose that much weight. Nice slope to the shoulder. He has a nice head, but his neck is a little long. You are correct about his feet. They need some special attention. Overall he is a nice looking pony.