Pony Club – Horse Management

Competitions

At every Pony Club competition riders compete in both the riding portion of competition as well as Horse Management. Competitors are scored on their ability to care for their horses, including barn area setup, turnout for themselves and their horses, and their equipment. Teams consist of 3-4 members as well as a Stable Manager who is designated to help coordinate horse and stable setup and upkeep. Stable Managers are an integral part of the team because they help keep the team working together to offer the best care of their equipment and horses throughout the competition.

In Pony Club, Horse Management includes veterinary knowledge, nutritional needs of the horse, conditioning schedules, conformation and soundness issues, farm management needs, trailering, and land management. Members are also required to keep a Health and Maintenance Record Book for a horse they own or care for to complete the Horse Management portions of their certifications.