1. THOU shalt put Thy horse's needs before Thine own.
2. THOU shalt not criticize Thine Farrier whilst she/he works, lest Ye be able to duck flying horseshoes.
3. THOU shalt not covet Thy neighbour's brand new shiny four horse trailer with deluxe dressing room/kitchenette, awnings, pin-striping and matching extended cab, dual tank, pickup.
4. THOU shalt not take Thine horse's name in vain when making monthly payments on vet bills.
5. THOU shalt vow to fit into and wear last year's spandex, despite the extra pounds and all the latest hot new styles and colors.
6. THOU shalt place all of Thine child's orthodontia before all new saddles.
7. THOU shalt not call Thy horse "Dogfood!" (Or Gloo?) when he disobeyeth Thy commands.
8. THOU shalt not resist the daily conditioning ride, lest Ye be cast down from the Top Ten in the next ACTRA ride.
9. THOU shalt feedeth Thine steed the finest alfalfa mix, 12% sweet extruded feed, costly supplements & Thou shalt rejoyceth over the peanut butter & jelly over the next year.
10. THOU shalt vow to grain, hay, water, blanket, groom, trim, braid, wrap, trailer, medicate, bring in, turn out, catch up, muck out, bed down, foal out and ride despite what ever the Heavens shall rain down upon Thee at any time of the day or night and despite lack of sleep, food, personal life, or caffeine.