We of the UPWHA, believe in the Naturally Gaited Horse. We believe in the inherent beauty of fluid and balanced movement for all horses, with NO artificial or mechanical influences to detract from the poetry of a naturally athletic horse. We believe that purity of gait must be paramount. It is because of these beliefs that we limit the shoeing and toe lengths that are allowed on our member horses, and in the UPWHA classes sponsored for our members at affiliated shows. Our mission is to promote the foundation gait of the natural walking horse; to reclaim his place as THE premier pleasure horse and in recognition of his historical contributions to our culture.
We invite like-minded individuals to join us in our endeavors; those who also value their horse's un-enhanced, natural abilities; who recognize that shoeing should never be a gait enhancer but solely for the preservation of hoof soundness. That natural talent is not determined by the farrier, but by training and God-given abilities of a horse, helped along by the honest sweat of the rider.
The UPWHA membership is open and welcoming to all like-minded individuals who agree and support our philosophies regarding the sound training. exhibition and promotion of the Pleasure Tennessee Walking Horse.
We welcome and encourage active participation and support in our efforts to
promote sound and naturally gaited horses
COMING EVENTS
The 17th Annual UPWHA Horse Show
May
29, 2010 at Frick Arena, Oak Grove, MO
 
Our UPWHA Statement of Purpose:
To promote the breeding, development, exhibition, marketing and ownership of the barefoot or keg shod, naturally gaited Pleasure Walking Horses. To increase public awareness of the natural gaiting abilities of Pleasure Walking Horses; a gait that is achieved without the use of any artificial aids, and showcases the natural, bred-in abilities of the horse. To encourage and promote good sportsmanship, conduct and fellowship among all persons interested in the naturally gaited Pleasure Walking Horse. To promote Pleasure Walking Horses for show, trail and versatility events. To introduce individuals to these horses through clinics, seminars, shows and trail rides; and invite those like-minded individuals to join us in our mission.
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