Model Mares *M*
This designation will be awarded to those mares which exhibit above average qualities of type, conformation and movement. It deals with external appearance only and gives an indication of the mare's high potential as a broodmare or for competition. It will usually be applied to younger mares, but may be given to mares of any age.
Using the scoring system in which the maximum score is 70 (Type/10; Frame/10, Legs/10; Walk/10, Trot/10, Canter/10; General Impression/10), the mare must have a total of not less than 56 marks; not less than 24 for Walk, Trot and Canter combined; and at least a mark of 9 for General Impression.
It is anticipated that this designation will be given to about 3% of eligible mares.
Elite Mares *E*
This designation is awarded to those mares which produce outstanding offspring. Minimum requirements are:
- two sons approved as ATA Breeding Stallions; or
- three offspring meeting the performance requirements for an *M* or a *P* mare; or
- one son approved as an ATA Breeding Stallion, and two offspring meeting the performance requirements for an *M* or a *P* mare; or
- by independent consideration.
This award may be given posthumously.
Performance Mares *P*
This designation is awarded to those mares which show outstanding performance in competition. Minimum documented performance requirements will be as follows:
Bronze - *Pb*
| Show Jumping: |
at the Preliminary Jumper level, at A-rated USEF or EC recognized shows, place in the top 50% in five classes |
| Dressage: |
at Third Level (Canadian Medium II), at five different USEF or EC recognized shows, and with five different judges, receive scores of at least 60%. (Note: Freestyle scores do not count) |
| Three Day Event: |
at two (2) CCI*, CCN, or USEF or EC recognized Preliminary Three Day Events (full phase), place in the top 50% of finishers. |
| Hunter: |
Five championships or reserves at A-rated shows in any division recognized by USEF or EC where the fences are at least 3' |
Silver - *Ps*
| Show Jumping: |
at the Intermediate Jumper level, at A-rated USEF or EC recognized shows, place in the top 50% in five classes |
| Dressage: |
at Prix St. Georges, at five different USEF or EC recognized shows, and with five different judges, receive scores of at least 60%; or participate in Pan Am Games or the Olympic Festival.
(Note: Freestyle scores do not count) |
| Three Day Event: |
at two CCI**, or USEF or EC recognized Intermediate Three Day Events (full phase), place in the top 50% of finishers; or participate in Pan Am Games or equivalent |
| Hunter: |
Five championships or reserves at A-rated shows in any division recognized by USEF or EC where the fences are at least 3'6" |
Gold - *Pg*
| Show Jumping: |
at the Grand Prix Jumper level, at A-rated USEF or EC recognized shows, place in the top 50% in five classes; or participate in World Championships or Olympic Games |
| Dressage: |
at Grand Prix, at five different USEF or EC recognized shows, and with five different judges, receive scores of at least 60%; or participate in World Championships or Olympic Games.
(Note: Freestyle scores do not count) |
| Three Day Event: |
at two CCI***, or USEF or EC recognized Advanced Three Day Events (full phase), place in the top 50% of finishers; or participate in World Championships or Olympic Games |
| Hunter: |
Placing first through fifth nationally in any division recognized by USEF or EC where the fences are 3'6" or higher |
Other performances may be considered independently.
These awards may be given posthumously.
Owners must complete the Exceptional Mare Award Application. There is no fee.
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