| Desirable |
| Showed a higher degree of coordination |
| Accumulated more pattern points |
| Loped over the poles in a smoother, more relaxed fashion |
| Showed more curiosity and interest when crossing the bridge |
| Had a more balanced stride |
| Worked the course in less time |
| Was more efficient at each obstacle |
| Had more lateral movement while side-passing |
| Showed more extension in his stride over the poles |
| Accepted positioning more willingly when working the gate |
| More correct in foot placement over the logs |
| Showed more agility |
| Waited more for his riders commands |
| Expressed more extension of stride while jogging through the poles |
