Double-Judged? No problem!

Double-judged shows - what are they? A double-judged show means that each division in the show has TWO judges, essentially making it like two different shows. The judges work side-by-side on the same tables, looking at the same horses, but that doesn't always mean that their placings match exactly.

One judge could give a first while the other gives a third, so on and so forth.

Good morning selfie!

Emma's table. A couple newbies hit the show ring today.

Our view of the hall.

This wasn't a performance show - just halter - so, despite the double-judging, the show flew by. There were CM/AR divisions for both breed and workmanship, China classes, Hartland, Northlight, Stone, Breyer, and Collectability. Lots of options!

Check out these cool decorators we found:

Emma's favorite - the Riddler!

Pisces (not OUR Pisces, though)

I definitely want those lucky charms!

And some sweet fantasy models!

The tiniest of Pegasi!

Also, a special treat- the rare "four-eyed Misty!" This version of Misty, released in 1972, is the first and the rarest version of Misty, but it actually looks nothing like the real horse. In fact, all of Breyer's versions of Misty are not true to the real pony. 

The real Misty did not have this odd white patch around her left eye, nor did she actually have a bald face with a patch around her left eye. When the original Misty was first produced in 1972 with in this "four-eyed" version, Marguerite Henry actually requested that it be changed as it was not accurate. Same with the "three-eyed" version that debuted in 1973. 

Here's a picture of the actual Misty:

Definitely doesn't look like her model, does she? 

Anyway- the show this weekend was fun, and we're working on plans for both our Black Friday/Small Business Saturday event and our January show. Stay tuned, there's lots in store!