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How common (or rare) is a “10” score for any given Test movement?
If a judge gives a "10" on a particular movement, what does that mean practically? Does it mean that there is absolutely no room for improvement? How often does a dressage judge g …
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What is the “Brentina Cup”?
I know that Brentina was Debbie McDonald's Olympic horse. What is the "Brentina Cup"? Is there a special "Brentina" test? What is it? I thought I saw a special "Brentina Cup" c …
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Why should someone be interested in dressage?
What makes dressage so special? What makes it different from any other horse sport?
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What are the best dressage books?
What are the best dressage books? Are there any authors that really know how to communicate?
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How are dressage tests scored?
I have heard that a score in the 60's is respectable. I know that the world record is now in the 90's. But what do these scores mean. I think they're scored in % but what would …
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What are the different levels of tests in Dressage?
I know there is training level and Level 1-4, what are the other levels and what order are thy in? What is different about each level? What do you have to do in a level that you …
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Non-Dressage Exercise regimens that help Dressage riding?
Dressage requires physical conditioning for the rider as well as for the horse. Which exercise regimens or workouts are most compatible with the kind of conditioning required for …
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What is the difference between German- and Dutch-style dressage?
Lots of people talk about being trained in "classic" dressage or German dressage or Dutch dressage? What is the difference? Obviously they must have a lot in common (its all Dres …
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Is Parelli or “Natural Horsemanship” compatible with Dressage?
Why isn't Parelli or "Natural Horsemanship" used in dressage?
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What is “Classical Dressage”?
I often hear the term "classical" dressage. What is meant by this term? By what is it characterized? Who practices it? Where is it most common? What is different about "Classi …
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Who bought USDF Breeder’s Champion stallion “Starlight” ?
Rick Silvia's Grand Prix dressage and USDF Breeder's Champion stallion "Starlight" was sent to Germany to be sold at Vetcha Auction.
Does anyone know who bought him and for how …
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When should training begin for a young dressage horse?
At what age should you begin training a horse that will be dedicated to dressage? When should you start breaking him?
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Are Dutch Warmbloods really better suited for the sport? Why?
I know everyone has their favorite breed, but this questions is really more about the differences in horses, in general. I know there is a video out there with a Zebra doing Dress …
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What is the purpose of a double-bridle in Dressage?
I know that many upper-level riders use the double-bridle. What's the purpose? What does it do for horse and rider?
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What are dressage shows like?
I know what a hunter-jumper horse show is like. I've watched stadium jumping horse shows on TV. What is a dressage show like? I know there are tests, but what are they like? Wh …
