![]() The bridle is also heavily decorated with silver, and, unlike most western-style bridles, has a noseband. The equipment worn by the horse includes a western saddle, usually of black leather, that has extensive silver decoration, exaggerated features such as long tapaderos on the stirrups, flank trappings, with a heavily decorated breast collar added to the front. ![]() Horses are shown at a walk and a type of slow trot called a "Parade gait." High-stepping gaits and good manners are emphasized. The hooves of the horse are often covered in sequins and brightly colored ribbons may be added to the mane and tail. The "Parade horse" class is a form of competition seen at horse shows and festivals in the United States and Canada where the horse is attired in elaborate forms of western-style equipment, adorned heavily with silver, and the rider is dressed in brightly colored, elaborately decorated western wear. PARADE OF HORSES by Vian Smith Collectors info: Easy to find in the UK and usually cheap. Against all the odds, he manages to prove himself. He does, and ends up being taken on by the horse’s trainer. He rebels against the gang and tries to save the horse. ![]() Johnnie runs with a gang who plan a vicious assault on a horse. ![]() However, a Parade horse refers specifically to a type of horse attired in elaborate, specialized equipment that is more often seen today in specialized competitions and exhibitions than in parades. Constable Young Books, 1965, cover Elisabeth Grant Doubleday, New York, 1966. Horses are ridden and driven in actual parades in many different ways. Parade saddle with extensive silver plating ![]()
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