There were five events affiliated with SHOW in March and the inspection numbers continue to be impressive.  SHOW inspected 1,167 horses with 24 violations or 2.1%.  Eleven of the violations were for the scar rule, 9 foreign substance, 2 unilateral, 1 bilateral and 1 illegal shoeing.

The numbers for the first quarter of the year ending in March are even more encouraging.  Year-to-date, SHOW has affiliated 8 events and inspected 1,514 entries with 25 violations for a compliance percentage of 98.3%

SHOW DQP’s report a consistent improvement in the condition of the horses.  The busy part of show season is fast approaching and continued efforts on the part of trainers and exhibitors are very important.