Jesse Saldana Training Western Pleasure and Hunter

Above, CJ Eternally Psyched is shown winning Hunter Pleasure Geldings, owned by Connie May and Bill Howe

TIP FOR NOVICES: The Hunter Pleasure Classes are also popular and large, with over70 horses entered at the larger shows. Winning requires a perfect performance and a beautiful horse. Jesse Saldana Training, as a halter barn, knows all the tricks to turning horses out in meticulous, judge and crowd pleasing appearance.

One of the reasons people will choose their riding discipline is the outfits. Shopping for Western Pleasure and Hunter is always fun, and a favorite activity at the bigger shows which have the best vendors. Jesse and Juana will help you in your selection as will your barn buddies. There are two tack stores within five minutes of the ranch. and of course there are online sources. We will be adding a page on "Best Bets" soon to inspire your shopping!



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MP Shivani++ 2007 Canadian National Western Pleasure Champion MP Shivani++ with owner Jon Skiles Top Ten Canadian Nationals Western Pleasure AAOTR 55 + over There is no thrill like winning a national title! Read the MP Shivani++ story!





He's back in the game! Mark of Shai+// went fifth over all in his first show of 2008, after a year off in 2007 for R&R. Mark of Shai +// - 1997 Bay Stallion *(Simeon Shai x La Catrina)** Owned by Roberta Dixon 2008 Top Ten (5th over all) Scottsdale Western Pleasure Open 2005 Region 3 Western Pleasure Res. Champion 2004 Canadian National Top Ten Western Pleasure 2004 Region 3 Western Pleasure Champion 2004 Region 4 Western Pleasure Res. Champion 2002 US & Canadian National Top Ten Western Pleasure Mark of Shai+/ Breeding Info




Atall Patriot Competing at US Nationals in Arabian Western Pleasure Jr. Horses Owned by Robin Yancey Another example of the Jesse's practice of taking a gorgeous halter horse into a winning western pleasure horse. (show wins)



Desperados Fame Desperado V x VA Krystal Vision (Fame VF/ El Hilal cross) Desperados Fame will be competing at US Nationals in Arabian Western Pleasure AAOTR 55 and over with owner Jim Shippers riding. This beautiful gelding has earned over 160 points in qualifying for Nationals and went Top Ten with Jesse at Region 3. Desperados Fame was bred by Jim Shippers and started by him, with Jesse finishing him for the show ring. He is so broke anyone could ride him, and will enjoy his home with Jim forever.


SHES A RICH GIRL (Vanilla Zip x Aloha Waiki) above with Giovani Saldana in the Lead Line Class. Below with owner Amy Ash



Im A Rich Girl (Vanilla Zip x Aloha Waiki) Owned by Amy Ash 2008 Scottsdale Top Ten Half Arabian Western Pleasure Championship Open 2007 Wins:Region 3 Championship Show: Reserve Champion Western Pleasure Open & AOTR AHANC 2007 Diablo Arabian Horse Assoc Show: Champion H/A Western Pleasure Open and ATR Golden Gate Arabian Horse Show: Champion H/A Western Pleasure Open; Reserve Champion H/A Western Pleasure AOTR




2008 Scottsdale 4th Place Western Pleasure Maiden Horse on his first time in the ring! 2006 Scottsdale Top Five 4 Year Old Stallion 2005 Region 4 Champion Stallion 2004 Cal Bred Reserve Champion Colt 2004 Region 3 Top Five Stallion Watch for Dakota's 2 page spread in the Arabian Horse World


		TIP FOR NOVICES: Western Pleasure is a large, popular division and it is challenging to win these big classes. It looks easy but don't be fooled! To win at the National Level the horse and rider have to be nearly perfect - no mistakes, and present with a pleasing appearance. The fun of owning a western pleasure horse is illustrated at left, with Jesse confidently holding an infant while riding the stallion Mark of Shai. This is pure Saldana magic, he has such a bond with Mark that he can trust him - notice the drape in the reins. The previous night Jesse loped serpentines without using reins before a cheering crowd of 5000.

Mountain Dancer MM Farnam/Platform Horse of the Year Region 3 Arabian Halter Champion Owned by Margaret and Charles Pedri Mountain Dancer MM is being started under saddle in western pleasure, after 2 years of successful showing in halter. This handsome western pleasure prospect, who is gorgeous as a hunter as well, is offered for your consideration. See our Sales Page.



Hunters


Above, CJ Eternally Psyched is shown winning Hunter Pleasure Geldings, owned by Connie May and Bill Howe TIP FOR NOVICES: The Hunter Pleasure Classes are also popular and large, with over70 horses entered at the larger shows. Winning requires a perfect performance and a beautiful horse. Jesse Saldana Training, as a halter barn, knows all the tricks to turning horses out in meticulous, judge and crowd pleasing appearance. One of the reasons people will choose their riding discipline is the outfits. Shopping for Western Pleasure and Hunter is always fun, and a favorite activity at the bigger shows which have the best vendors. Jesse and Juana will help you in your selection as will your barn buddies. There are two tack stores within five minutes of the ranch. and of course there are online sources. We will be adding a page on "Best Bets" soon to inspire your shopping!

STJ El Ragel starting under saddle as a hunter pleasure horse. After a successful halter career, this gorgeous bay will be competing in 2008. This exciting hunter pleasure prospect is offered for your consideration. For more photos and information see the sales page & the STJ El Ragel Page






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