Hunter Hack AQHA & TAMU

Front

What is the purpose of hunter hack?

Back

To give horses an opportunity to show their expertise over low fences and on the flat.

Front

How should the hunter hack horse move?

Back

In the same style as a working hunter.

Front

What aspects are judged in a hunter hack class?

Back

Style over fences, even hunting pace, flat work, manners, and way of going.

Front

Where should the poll be in relation to the withers?

Back

Level with, or slightly above the withers, to allow proper impulsion behind.

Front

What gaits must horses be shown at in hunter hack?

Back

Walk, trot, and canter both ways of the ring with light contact.

Front

What is the desired movement for a working hunter?

Back

Active, working, and energetic ground covering gaits with natural self-carriage, correct uphill balance, and fluid forward movement.

Front

What percent of the score should come from individual fence work?

Back

Minimum of 70 percent

Front

What percent of the score should come from work on the flat?

Back

a maximum of 30 percent for work on the flat.

Front

stumbling.

Back

What are some faults that are scored but not necessarily disqualifying?

Front

opening mouth excessively,

Back

What are some faults that are scored but not necessarily disqualifying?