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Working Cow Horse Events & Competitions

A discipline combining reining patterns with cattle work to showcase versatility.

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About Working Cow Horse Events

Working cow horse (also known as reined cow horse) demonstrates the complete versatility of the western stock horse. Competitions include a dry reining pattern, herd work where the horse cuts a cow from the herd, and fence work where horse and rider control a cow along the fence, executing turns and stops. The discipline rewards horses that combine the precision of reining with the natural cow sense needed for ranch work.

Competition Levels
Local, Regional, National, International
Governing Bodies
NRCHA (National Reined Cow Horse Association), AQHA
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Working Cow Horse Overview

Skill LevelAdvanced
CategoryWestern
Olympic SportNo
Start Cost$12,000-$40,000+ first year

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