Cutting is a western style equestrian event that highlights the "cow sense" prized in stock breeds such as the Quarter horse.

In the event the horse and rider select and separate a calf out of a small group. The calf then tries to return to its herdmates; the rider loosens the reins and leaves it entirely to the horse to keep the calf separated, a job the best horses do with relish, savvy, and style. A judge awards points to the cutter.

Rodeo

Cutting (sport)