Nominations - Pony Club WA - Soundness and Welfare Award 2025

Nominations - Pony Club WA - Soundness and Welfare Award 2025
This new award in 2025 celebrates members who demonstrate exeptional care for their horse's soundness and wellbeing - on the ground, under saddle, and in the choices they make every day. It recognises a committment to education, thoughtful horse management and setting a positive example for others.
Person making the nomination*

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Nominated Member*

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Is your nominated Rider a current member of Pony Club WA?

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Which Club is your nominated Rider a member of?*
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Certification & Education
Indicate the highest Proficiency Certificate achieved
List any relevant workshops or educational sessions attended relating to hoof care, soundness or horse welfare
Briefly describe how the nominee applies what they've learned in their horse care or riding practices
Horse Management & Hoof Care
Describe the regular hoof care routine of the nominee's horse (e.g. trimming/shoeing schedule, hoof boots if applicable, special care practices)
Has the nominee managed any hoof or soundness challenges? How did they address them?
Upload one photo showing the nominee's horse's hooves or boots in use

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Riding and Welfare-first Decision Making
Provide an example of a time the nominee made a decision to protect their horse's welfare (e.g. modifying training, withdrawing from competition, adjusting tack)
Briefly describe how the nominee prepares and cares for their horse before and after riding (e.g. warm-up, cool-down, recovery)
Leadership and Impact
Has the nominee supported others in their club or zone around horse welfare or hoof care (e.g. talks, mentoring, educational posts)?
How would others in the nominee's club describe their approach to horse care and horsemanship?
Upload a letter of support from a club official, coach or instructor

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Nominations - Pony Club WA - Soundness and Welfare Award 2025

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Certification & Education

Horse Management & Hoof Care

Riding and Welfare-first Decision Making

Leadership and Impact