Mark Lavender

     The next stage, at the end of their 3 year old year, is the beginning of their show career. Depending on the horse, this will begin in either September (small futurities) or November (Fort Worth Futurity). Deciding on which level a horse will compete depends on their skill and ability to handle a cow during their 3 year old year.

     Finally, a horse will begin its show career as a 4 year old, competing throughout its 6 year old year at Aged Events nation-wide. Once a horse passes 6 years of age, they are no longer eligible for the Aged Event shows. Weekend shows  have a variety of classes that they may still compete in. Once a horse hits 7  years of age, they are thought of as mature individuals in their show career.