Hiring a Horse Show Judge       Horse Judging Flyer

Hiring a judge for a horse show is one of the most important aspects of horse show management.  The success of the horse show is often dependent on the performance of the judge, so finding qualified individuals for your show is paramount.

Blaine McLaughlin - Horseman, Trainer, Judge.

Blaine McLaughlin has been working with horses and people of all ages and different levels of riding for nearly 30 years.  Born and raised in Pennsylvania, he developed his love of horses and skills as a horseman at a very early age through the combined influence of his family.  As a youth, he trained, participated and showed in horse shows and enjoyed many miles of riding through the countryside of Pennsylvania.

Now residing in Four Oaks, North Carolina, he owns and operates B & M Stables & the Johnston County Horse Show Series on a full-time basis where he continues working with many people and their horses.  He offers services as a horse show judge / manager, horse training, helping to solve behavioral problems, horsemanship lessons along with clinics and demonstrations. 

As a certified horse show judge and successful manager, Blaine brings to the show ring his many years of experience as well as fairness, honesty and professionalism.  Having judged and managed open horse shows for over 10 years in North Carolina, he understands that the success of your show is dependent on these qualities.. 

If you are interested in discussing judging possibilities with Blaine, please contact him at (919) 934-1344 or (919) 915-0091.

Comments from some of Blaine's clients:

• "This is just a quick note THANKING YOU so very much for taking the time to work and train Sunrise.  As we left your stables without Sunrise, we felt we had found people who would love and take care of our horse as we do." Janet and Jimmie Holland, NC
  
• "I want to thank you for the wonderful job you did in transforming my horse in just a few short weeks.  Fancy is one of the best trail horses in the YMCA barn now."  Neila Tullar, NC
  
• "On behalf of the Reins Region 12 and the Surry County Pony Club and the North Carolina Horse Council, I would like to extend our appreciation to you for your help with the Carolina Classic Horse Expo...Many claimed this was the best equine event they have taken part in and plan to attend next year." Tracy Simmons, Event Organizer
  
• "I just wanted to thank you for the help you gave Lucky and I in September.  It had been a long time since riding was fun for me, but its becoming more enjoyable every time we go." Debbie, NC
  
• "Just a note to tell you how well your lessons have paid off for us, but most of all how much our horses have benefited from your patience and expertise."  Greg & Vicki Hartrich
  
• "Every time I ride Buddy I think about how much you helped us have a better relationship and more fun riding." Sammy & Nida Giddens