Miniature Horse Halter Clinic

Leading Miniature Horse trainers, Portia Sue and Robert Owens of Moondance Ranch, Oregon begin a series of informative halter clinics. This site will update regularly.

From left to right:Paintbrush Navajo Night Chant, (photo under copyright by equine photographer Scott Trees, Lavaliers Paradigm (yearling son of Cowboy Del), The Legendary Cowboy Del.

Halter Clinic

Selecting, conditioning, training and exhibiting a miniature halter horse can be a rewarding challenge.
Evaluate your potential halter star for conformation, movement, and attitude. A balanced and well muscled body, straight legs and elegant movement, and overall attractiveness are essential. Honestly acknowledge weaknesses so they may be improved. Recognize strengths so they may be emphasized.
Expect at least three to four months to get your horse show ring fit. Exercise, nutrition, hoof care, grooming, training and immunization are integral aspects of a conditioning program. Consult respected professionals to assist you in formulation and execution of a plan tailored to your needs and abilities.
Prepare your image for the show ring. Dress neatly and cleanly to compliment your horse, not overshadow him. Go to a show and note how different outfits appear to help select your own. The most crucial part of your turnout is the positive attitude that you have done your homework and are proud to present your horse to be judged.
Remember that by attending a show, you are requesting the opinion of the judge. Whether you agree with his opinion or not, graciously accept the placing and try to learn from the experience.

Portia Sue and Robert Owens National Show Record - Portia Sue and Robert have won over 60 National and National Reserve Championship Titles and over 150 National Top Ten Titles in both halter and performance!

Since 1984, showing her own mare, Kraus Kings Twiggy, to the National Champion Roadster Title, Portia Sue has had an astounding record of National wins; and with her husband, Robert, has shown many top horses to National and National Reserve Titles including Landrys Cowboy Del, XCalibers Little Navajo, Pint Size Tapps Dancer, Paintbrush Little Navajos Starlight and many more!

Portia Sue and Robert Owens, Moondance Ranch, 6925 Duniway Road, Dayton, OR 97114 - 503-864-4012
Training and Showing Your Horses to National Titles in Halter and Performance! Reserve a place for your Champion in 1996!

For More information on Miniature Horses, please visit Miniature Horses, Driving the Miniature Horse, an ongoing driving clinic by Portia Sue Owens of Moondance Ranch, Miniature Horses for sale, and Paintbrush Miniatures To return to the introductory page, Paintbrush Miniature Horses Home Page, click here,Introductory page

Foals and bred mares available for sale. If you want to take home the blue ribbons and trophies, please contact Paintbrush Miniatures at P.O. Box 433, Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico 87557. 505-758-2656