Paso Frequently Asked
Questions
Have a question about Peruvian Paso Horses? Here are a few
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and their answers...
What makes
the Peruvian Paso horse so special?
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A
lot of things:
They have this wonderful 4-beat gait that eliminates the "bounce"
in your ride! Each hoof hits the ground at a different time.
This is a gait they are born with (100% in purebred foals). It
is not a gait you force them to go into.
The breed in general has the most fantastic disposition, making
them a great family horse and a great companion horse. They are
eager and willing to please and "give back" attention,
and they are a beautiful horse, coming in all colors, to satisfy
any preference. |
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What is their
strong point?
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They
are the best trail horse. Their wonderful gait gives the rider
an exceptionally relaxing and enjoying ride. They are also really
appreciated by riders with "bad backs", as well as
handicapped riders. |
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What do the
initials in front of the horse's name mean?
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They
are the initials of the breeder of the horse. (i.e. "SH"
stands for Suzy Hamblen; "AEV" stands for Alfredo Elias,
V.; and "ERM" stands for Eduardo Risso, M.) An asterik
"*" means the horse was imported, and a plus "+"
after the horses name means the horse is "Laureado". |
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What is "Laureado"?
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Laureado
is a title a horse earns when the horse has won 3 times the Champion
of Champions title (in the same division ... i.e. Breeding, Pleasure
or Amateur) in the same show. That means that the horse has competed
and won at least 3 different years under (usually) 3 different
judges. On the 3rd win, the horse becomes "Laureado"
in that division and cannot compete in that division in that
show again. It is considered to be a huge honor to become Laureado
in a show. And to be U.S. National Laureado in a division (as
"AEV
ORO NEGRO+" was) is to be the
"top". |
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Do I have
to ride my Peruvian Paso in Peruvian tack?
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Absolutely
not! Your horse can be ridden in any tack that is comfortable
to both of you ... Western, English, Australian, Endurance ...
and, of course, Peruvian. Keep in mind the fact that the Paso's
headset is usually high and therefore the saddle should not rub
as the horse moves. |
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What about
the headset and reins. Do they have to be Peruvian?
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Of
course not. Again, any headset and reins that fit the horse will
work just fine. We would suggest, though, that no matter what
type of headset you use, you take a good look at the Peruvian
Bit. It has a lot of very good qualities that the American bits
don't have. (i.e. A "gamaria" can be attached to the
bit to keep "guests" who are trying out your horse
from coming down on your horse's mouth. And also, if you are
just beginning and don't have sensitive hands yet, you can use
this wonderful piece of equipment to keep from ruining your own
horses mouth. We also won't ride in any parade with one!) |
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Can my horse
wear shoes?
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Yes.
If your horse's feet are chipping or wearing down, or if your
terrain demands shoes, by all means use them. Just keep in mind
that the lighter the shoe (not necessarily aluminum), the better
it is for the Peruvian Paso! The gait starts at the shoulder
and when you put heavy shoes on your horse you force the horse
to lift the extra weight from the knee, which can put unnatural
stress on the legs. |
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How can I
find out more about this special horse?
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If
you are in our area, we'd
love to have you stop by, see our horses
and just talk "Peruvian Paso" horse. If you live in
another state or live too far away to visit us, there is a great
reference web site that can give you all of the information,
publications and other ranches available on the web. The site
is the Pasos
on the WEB! (www.Peruvian-Pasos.com/) |
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Visitors are always welcome, so call soon for an appointment
to visit our ranch.
(We are located northeast of Los Angeles.) Known as a ranch that
promotes, produces and sells Champions and future Champions, experience
for yourself the wonder of the Peruvian Paso horse. Come and ride
in either Western, English, or Peruvian tack.
Contact: Lisa
Jaserie
26101 Ravenhill Rd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91387
661/252-3881
email: shpasos@aol.com