The Viking Shetland Pony Show 2015

Every year the Shetland Pony Breeders of Shetland host The Viking Shetland Pony Show in Lerwick.

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I went off this morning armed with my camera to the Show.

How many horse shows have this for a view? Perfect.

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Anywho, the first ponies to grab my eye/camera were Fivla, Charlie and Andy in the ridden ring.  They were very happy with their young jockeys who were doing very well.  So proud (sniff).

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Then I pottered about generally taking photos of ponies that grabbed me for various reasons.  If you know me, you will know I am very keen on whiskers and happy faces…..

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…. and anyone snoozing!

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My friends were in the ring and doing very well.

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There is the serious side to showing.

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And the fun side (when no one is watching).

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The bit about showing that matters most to me is to say thank you to your pony afterwards. So important.

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She deserved her win.  A lovely girl.

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While I was a-wandering, I came across this gentleman talking to Andy, who was tied, with his friends, around their trailer.

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For me, these Shetland ponies are the unsung heroes.  They are the real ambassadors for the breed.  So what if they don’t win huge prizes – they are 100% reliable and trustworthy in any situation and I was very proud of Andy.  He was a true gentleman.  You can’t really ask more of a Shetland pony.

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It was a good day and I saw old friends, met new folk and generally enjoyed myself.

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4 thoughts on “The Viking Shetland Pony Show 2015

  1. Rebecca Final

    How could one NOT enjoy themselves with all those lovely ponies around. I would so love to spend a day at this event.

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  2. Mandy Sargeant

    Lovely photos. There were so many good ponies at the Viking Show.
    Good weather and lovely friendly breeders and exhibitors. Well done Shetland.

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  3. darby

    this is just cuteness overload but I’m not complaining!
    missed yesterday’s post so wishing Daisy the best in her job.

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