Performance Horse Prospects

What to look for in a performance horse prospect.

Bud Lyon is often asked about what he looks for in a performance horse prospect. There are a multitude of factors and criteria that goes into looking for a prospect. In this week’s video Bud breaks down how he evaluates a horse and what he looks for when he’s shopping for a reining or ranch riding prospect.

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