Dec. 12, 2022
018. A Splash of Color with David Dellin
This week we had the pleasure of talking with David Dellin, Sr. Director of Judges, Shows, and Education for the American Paint Horse Association. We take a deep dive into the subject of judging, including the stringent process of becoming a carded judge and ways the judging of our horse shows can be tweaked or improved. We also discuss unique platforms offered by APHA for the education of its judges and exhibitors, and other happenings going on at APHA.
David Dellin
Sr. Director of Judges, Shows and Education
Dave Dellin has a broad background in the equine industry. He has studied and worked professionally as an horse trainer, judge, clinician, breeder, executive committee member, and now in administration of a breed registry. His experience in training and competing with horses, gives him a unique perspective to help people learn how to judge and compete in horse shows. He has helped develop the judging guidelines and rules for multiple associations. He is a graduate of Oklahoma State University with a bachelors degree in Animal Science Business. He also is a Past President of the National Snaffle Bit Association. He and his family also currently manage the recipient mare division of an embryo transfer facility in Elmore City, Ok. He has instructed in many countries around the word including Australia, England, Italy, Germany, Uruguay, and Costa Rica.