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Working Equitation is an exciting sport that is inspired by the fieldwork used by riders of various countries, and welcomes all breeds and styles of tack. Focused on building a working relationship between horse and rider, there are seven levels and four trials: Dressage, Ease of Handling (judged obstacles), Speed (obstacles at speed) and Cattle. Trainer Jill Barron and her stunning buckskin Lusitano gelding Cossaco were a beautiful example of the partnership that the discipline strives for. A true ambassador of his breed, Cossaco showed audiences what incredible partners Lusitanos are as he performed and rode in clinics with Jill. A highlight of their shared Working Equitation experiences was performing for thousands at the National Western Stock Show. In 2022, they became Canada’s first Masters Working Equitation Champions! After years together, building a solid and trusting relationship was at the forefront of all they did. Jill shares, “Cossaco will be the greatest