Before a competition or training, or any time you want to give your four-legged friend a little extra pizzazz, you can make beautiful braids. And if you plan to compete in dressage, it's important to braid your horse's mane so that the neck is visible. That way, the judges can see your horse in action without being distracted by a big, thick mane. At a competition, buns like the ones we've made here are most common.