Cody Crow reflects on how much the ranch horse divisions have changed over the years and where he sees them heading. The evolution has been rapid across the board, from the quality of horses competing to what it takes to win. What used to be enough to top a class simply doesn't cut it anymore. Cody points to the growth of associations, the development of serious breeding programs, and the addition of breeding incentives as major drivers of that progression. And in his view, the industry isn't anywhere close to its peak. There's more growth ahead. Today's horses have to be the total package, and the horsemanship required to show them has risen right along with it. When it comes to horse shopping, Cody knows exactly what he's looking for. He wants a horse with an upward shoulder, a good flat big step, and a deep balanced hock. Natural self carriage is a must. A horse that carries itself correctly without being held together by the rider is one that can work all day and show up sound the next morning. A knowledgeable look at where the ranch horse world has been, where it is now, and what a quality individual looks like from the ground up.