What is the standard for head position in Western Pleasure judging?

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What is the standard for head position in Western Pleasure judging?

In Western Pleasure, judges look for a natural, relaxed head carriage. The head should be carried in a natural position, not forced into an exaggerated headset or overflexion. Excessive headset or tucking the head tightly to the chest signals artificial training and disrupts the horse’s natural movement, so it is penalized. A natural head position with penalties for extremes best reflects the standard.

In Western Pleasure, judges look for a natural, relaxed head carriage. The head should be carried in a natural position, not forced into an exaggerated headset or overflexion. Excessive headset or tucking the head tightly to the chest signals artificial training and disrupts the horse’s natural movement, so it is penalized. A natural head position with penalties for extremes best reflects the standard.

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