Showing can is very rewarding, but also very time consuming.  It takes W-O-R-K.  You must first acquire the best animal that you can as far as conformation is concerned.  Then they must be trained to act accordingly in the show classes.  All this is then followed by clipping and grooming.  Finally it is your turn.  This information is focused more around what you will need to wear and take with you to the show.  

         
YOUR ATTIRE
1.  Back clip to avoid the need of safety pins.  This is used to hold your numbers on your back.  
     They are not necessary, but are very handy.  They come from Prime Design Tack
2.  You will need to wear a long sleeve shirt. 
3.  Men will need to wear a jacket or vest.  The color that you choose to wear should blend but not
     match the exact color of your donkey.  You want to create a contrast.  This will accentuate
     your donkey as opposed to yourself.  The color you choose should create a pleasant and
     professional look.  With black donkeys you may want to wear a dark navy as opposed to
     black. Men may also want to wear a tie.
4.  You will need boots
5.  Gloves (leather)
6.  Hats are required.  In the summer most of the men and women wear white or off white. 
     Some wear black. The winter hats are made of a plush fabric. 
7.  Belts with western buckles are worn by most of the competitors.

Looking the part lets the judge know that you have done your homework.  He or she may also assume that you have done your homework in looking for just the right animal.

One place that I like to shop is Rod's Western Wear.

ANIMAL'S ATTIRE
Your donkey will need a nice halter.  Leather or biothane are acceptable. Most are using biothane
because it is easier to maintain.  You will also need to have a lead line with a chain.  This, too,
should be either leather or biothane.  It is much nicer looking if the halter and lead chain match. 
I truly prefer the halters made by Jerry Kaplan.
    
     Contact Information:
     Jerry Kaplan
     720 E. First Street
     Newberg, Oregon 97132
     1-800-543-9898

DONKEY SHOW NECESSITIES
You will want to download the attached file.  I always like to give credit to those who create materials that are helpful.  This came from Wolfheart Ranch.  In case it does not come up you may also download it this way.  Donkey Show Checklist

NMDA RULE BOOK
Go to NMDA and look for:  BOOKLETS AVAILABLE, 2006 SHOW RULE BOOK, $5.00 each plus $1.00 shipping and handling.