IN THIS ISSUE:
See why all eyes are on Arabians International with an industry buzzing for the arrival of Valley Oak Arabians’ newest import to grace U.S. soil.
MM Epic
Na-Mous Al Shahania
KM Bugatti
With great pride, we stand this tremendous collection of world renowned breeding stallions. We would love to discuss this selection with you on how they can pair with your mares for the success of your program.
Wortex Kalliste
Exxalt
Na-Mous Al Shahania
FA El Shawan x Virtuosa MLR
MM Epic
FA El Rasheem × MM Esplendida
KM Bugatti
Versace × Sanegors Lady D
Wortex Kalliste
Shanghai EA x Mirwanah Kalliste
Exxalt
Excalibur EA x Vesperra
Khamiis Al Waab
Barraq El Aliya × Teema Al Zobara
Ibn Raad
Scapa × LPS Thunderstruck
Alizandros
EKS Alihandro × Elzunya Meia Lua
Khamiis Al Waab
Alizandros
Ibn Raad
Ted Carson 910.876.7332 www.TedCarson.com | ted@tedcarson.com Multi-Program Nominated Sires
Cover Story:
To say that Manny Vierra of Valley Oak Arabians in Brentwood, California has been involved in a few good horses in his day would be an understatement. Manny has been breeding Arabian horses since 1983. And despite over 150 horses bred, winning Scottsdale and U.S. National championships, his enthusiasm for the breed is as strong as it has been in the last 37 years. As a breeder, Manny is constantly seeking that next step in creating his ideal Arabian horse. His latest is acquiring the stallion Preludio OSB.
It all began last fall while visiting with his trainer Sandro Pinha of Arabians International in Scottsdale, on how to breed his mares for the upcoming spring. “I was telling Sandro I was looking for a bay outcross stallion,” says Manny, remembering that afternoon. “Sandro told me he knew of a young stallion that he showed as a 2-year-old that could be available in Brazil. He showed me some pictures and video. I wasn’t really shopping at the time, but I really liked what I saw. Moreover, Sandro really recommended this horse; he was a huge fan. Dejair Souza, who is very close with Sandro, also handled this horse in Brazil, and I know and respect Dejair—he only handles the best.” Preludio OSB, by the exciting sire Dominic M and out of the Sir Fames HBV daughter Partyssima OS, was bred by Olivia Strauch in Uruguay. Only five years old, he has already garnered significant accolades to his credit, including Junior Champion Colt at Punta del Este in Uruguay before going to Brazil. At the 2017 Brazilian Nationals, Preludio was named Champion Junior Colt with Sandro and in 2019, earned Brazilian National Champion Young Stallion with Dejair on the lead.
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After a little back and forth with Preludio’s owner, Sandro was able to secure the deal for Manny, and the bay stallion was on his way to the U.S. Soon after arriving in Miami, he was shipped to Scottsdale, arriving the Sunday night before his inaugural presentation at Arabians International, having only been in the country a few days. “He arrived at Sandro’s around 2 am Sunday night, and that morning was the first time I laid eyes on him,” says Manny with a grin, “I liked what I saw. I see in Preludio so much balance and type. I think he fills a lot of holes in the industry that we need. His top-line and neck set are incredible. His eye sockets, the shape of his face, the shape of his neck … these are the things that attracted me to him. In addition, he has a great attitude; he is just a wonderful horse to be around.” Sandro echoes Manny’s enthusiasm, and since having known the horse most of his life, it carries extra weight. “The sky is the limit for Preludio. He is an incredible horse, and I don’t just look at him as a show horse. He will be a major contributor to breeding in this country. He has so much to offer with the different pedigree, eyes, ears and body—things that we have lost here. This horse is going to make history.” He continues, “I have been talking to a lot of people that bred to Preludio in Brazil, and they are really excited about their first foals. Some believe they already have a superstar.”
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Fábio Amorsino of Haras Serondella is one of those early Brazilian breeders convinced of Preludio OSB’s promise. “The first time we saw Prelúdio OSB was at the Brazilian Nationals in the Colt Championship. He won and should clearly be considered as a sire going forward. As a judge, I appreciate very much his phenotype and genotype. We need some alternatives to today’s mostly used sire lines, and he can be one those. We were very impressed by his overall balance and quality. Given the fact that we were using his sire Dominic M, we were confident enough to purchase a breeding package to Prelúdio to bring his qualities to our breeding program. We bred our best mares to him and are very excited about the first foals on the ground.” For many, their first introduction to Preludio OSB was in Scottsdale, and he drew a positive response from some of North America’s most prominent breeders. George Zbyszewski, breeding manager of Frank Hennessey’s Hennessey Arabians in Ocala, Florida, also jumped at the chance for a breeding package. “He has everything we need in modern Arabian breeding to produce a show horse,” explains George. “We have enough long necked and long bodied horses, but he is compact and well-coupled with a strong topline. That is what I like the most phenotypically. He is also leggy and has a beautiful face. Genotypically, I love the fact he has three lines going back to Fame VF. That assures that he will produce typey horses. And overall, his pedigree has everything you want from a show horse, including Ali Jamaal and El Shaklan. Given this, I feel pretty comfortable breeding him across the board.” Manny Lawrence of Jade Creek Arabians was also impressed by what he saw in Scottsdale. “I saw Mr. Vierra’s new stallion at a presentation in Scottsdale, and he was beautiful, well structured, exotic, and had a wonderful presence about him. JCA will be having a 2021 foal by Preludio.” Murray and Shirley Popplewell of Rae-Dawn Arabians based in Scottsdale, USA and Saskatoon, Canada, were especially pleased by the country’s most talked about arrival. “We are elated for Manny Vierra and his Valley Oak Arabians on the importation of *Preludio OSB,” explains Murray. “Shirley and I were also fortunate enough to see *Preludio OSB during the Scottsdale presentation and upon seeing him, we immediately knew that we needed to find a way to incorporate him into our breeding program. Thank you, Manny, for letting us be part of what is sure to be a wonderful infusion. We are looking forward to breeding to *Preludio OSB.” Manny, always the pragmatic businessman, is excited to see what the next few months hold for his stallion. “Let’s see what we got,” exclaims Manny. “We were originally pointing Preludio towards the Breeders World Cup, but with that cancellation, we will concentrate on fulfilling breeding commitments and then will think about Nationals.” Manny has a contagious enthusiasm when he knows he has a good one. That enthusiasm is on full display when he speaks about one of the most talked about stallions at Scottsdale, and he is looking forward to what comes next for Preludio OSB! Ar abian Horse Times | 5 | Halter • 2020
THE CHAMPIONSHIPS WOULDN’T BE THE SAME WITHOUT HER
Representing 5 of the 8 fillies that competed for the Jr Championship title in Scottsdale 2020 Mistic Dominic HVP
UNANIMOUS JR CHAMPION FILLY
(Dominic M x Mistcky Marajj HVP, a Marajj daughter)
Dalal Albidayer
CHAMPION YEARLING FILLY (Puccini J x Mayadah Albidayer by Kanz Albidayer)
Marcelina INZ CHAMPION 2 YEAR OLD FILLY (Marajj x Satin Doll GA)
OFW Tallulah Skye
RES. CHAMPION YEARLING FILLY (Exxalt x Lulu Marajj, a Marajj daughter)
Marvella NA RES. CHAMPION 2 YEAR OLD FILLY (Marajj x Margarita Psy)
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PHOTOGRAPHY & DESIGN BY SUZANNE
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GAR GA G AARRRA RAV AAVVVANI ANI A SHOW HORSE
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(Polidoro FC x Maria PCF, by DA Valentino) 2 018 BAY C OLT
2020 UNANIMOUS SCOTTSDALE CHAMPION JUNIOR COLT PR ESENTED BY DAVID BOGGS Owned by ANIVIA EQUINE Stacy Sachen | Park City, UT FOR SPECI A L BR EEDI NG I NCEN T I V E S CON TAC T:
MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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2019 AR ABIA N NATIONAL BR EEDER FINALS GOLD CH A MPION YEAR LING COLT 2019 R EGION 7 UNA NIMOUS CH A MPION YEAR LING COLT Owned by ANIVIA EQUINE Stacy Sachen | Park City, UT
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MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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R ACING HIS WAY OVER THE FINISH LINE WITH A SCOTTDALE UNANIMOUS CHA MPIONSHIP VICTORY!
TURBO
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(Turismo RA x Rohara Mademoiselle, by Sir Fames HBV) 2 019 BAY C OLT
2019 UNANIMOUS SCOTTSDALE CHAMPION H/A JUNIOR GELDING PR ESENTED BY PAUL GL A NS BR ED BY JAK E BOGGS Owned by PAUL & SABRINA GLANS Scottsdale, AZ
MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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Bred & Owned by BIALKA STATE STUD FARM Leased by CEDAR RIDGE ARABIANS
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to love her IS OUR GREATEST HONOR & PRIVILEGE
4X UNANIMOUS GOLD CHAMPION SENIOR MARE 2020 SCOTTSDALE | 2019 BR EEDER FINALS 2019 WOR LD CUP | 2019 UNITED STATES NATIONALS PR ESENTED BY DAVID BOGGS
(Esparto x Perfirka, by Gazal Al Shaqab)
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OURNEY HAS EGUN
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(EKS Alihandro x Love Chimes LD, by KM Bugatti) 2 019 B L AC K C OLT
2020 UNANIMOUS SCOTTSDALE CHAMPION SENIOR YEARLING COLT PR ESENTED BY DAVID BOGGS V IE W V IDEO
Owned by THE MARINO FAMILY Birmingham, AL
MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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Harjeet
MA
Hariry Al Shaqab x Alia Psyche IA, by Padrons Psyche
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ILESTONE EACHED!
2019 United States National Champion Junior Stallion
AHA Breeders Sweepstakes Sire Scottsdale Signature Stallion AHBA Futurity Stallion Silver Sire Stallion Breeders Club Stallion Minnesota Medallion Stallion
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Proudly Bred & Owned by MILESTONE ARABIANS Steve and Darla Miles | www.milestonearabians.com FOR BR EEDI NG I N FOR M AT ION CON TAC T
MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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c ongratulations
UNFORGETTABLE ON T HE PURCHASE OF
HARJEET MA x Legacys Treasure,
by Legacy of Fame
MA
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c ongratulations
Harvanna ON THE PURCHASE OF
MA
HARJEET MA x Aria Anastasia,
by Baha AA
Proudly Bred by MILESTONE ARABIANS Steve and Darla Miles | www.milestonearabians.com
MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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WH Justice x LL Albufera, by Bey Shahdow TGS
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MIDWEST TRAINING & BREEDING STATIONS
David Boggs | 1-612-328-8312 | david@midwestarabian.com
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Owned by OAK RIDGE ARABIANS Janey Morse
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heiress
TO THE BREED'S GREATEST BLOOD
Supreme Justice ORA x Wieza Noor ORA, by Hariry Al Shaqab out of World Champion *Wieza Mocy CONGRATULATIONS NEW OWNER
Owned by HARÁS JM | Mr. José Alves Filho | Brazil
Bred by OAK RIDGE ARABIANS Janey Morse
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5-Time National Champion United States National
Leading Sire
7 YEARS RUNNING!
Owned by OAK RIDGE ARABIANS
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A Leading Sire of
S C O T T S D A L E PE R F OR M A N C E & S IG N A T U R E S T A L L IO N H A LT E R W I NN E R S I N 2 0 2 0
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OAK RIDGE AR ABIANS AND MIDWEST BREEDING STATIONS
Congratulate
ALL VITORIO OFFSPRING WHO COMPETED AT THE 2020 SCOTTSDALE AR ABIAN HORSE SHOW!
We salute and honor the following winners: M ADONNA OR A
GR AZIA TG+//
( x TM Mona Lisa) Owned by Oak Ridge Arabians
( x Rohara Mademoiselle) Owned by Jennifer or Caleigh Copenhaver
SAR AI FM
ASHAL VITTORIA LR
VEYRON OR A
VALINOR EK A
( x Serafina FM) Owned by Kurdistan Arabian Stud LLC
( x Ashalla ROA) Owned by Bruce Sprague
( x Luxemere Jizette) Owned by Al Nayfat Stud
( x SB Julianna) Owned by Eric England
VALERO OR A
FAZA A ALJASSIMYA
( x Star Of Justice ORA) Owned by Oak Ridge Arabians
( x Sanegors Lady D) Owned by MacKenna Basteyns
CTJ KUDURO
WC CIAO VITORIO
( x Faustiana) Owned by Colton Jacobs
( x WC Ciao Bella+/) Owned by Freewill Farm LLC
THE BIG BOPPER OR A+++/
VIKTORIUS
( x She Be Adiva KBS+//) Owned by Caden and Kathryn Houge
( x Mona Lisa NA) Owned by Joann Martello
MC PRINCE ALI
( x Ames Jasmine) Owned by Abin Adi Arabians
Owned by OAK RIDGE ARABIANS
Janey Morse | www.oakridgearabians.com V IE W V IDEO
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Breeding/ In-Hand
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Scottsdale
COVERAGE
Champion Arabian Senior Stallion EXXALT (Excalibur EA x Vesperra) Ex: Ted Carson | O: Jeff Collins B: F. Butler, Jeff & Sybil Collins, James & Kay Smith
Champion Arabian Senior Mare PERFINKA (Esparto x Perfirka) Ex: David Boggs O/B: Bailka State Stud
Champion International Arabian Senior Stallion ADVANTAGE MI (Allegiance MI x Valentine MI) Ex/O: Keith Krichke B: Greg, Julie or Jane Farrell
Champion International Arabian Senior Mare PITONISA AS (Ever After NA x Psyches Amber Dream) Ex: Sandro Pinha | O: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saud Al Qasimi B: Lisa Markley or Leanne Reel
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Champion Arabian Junior Colt GARAVANI AN (Polidoro FC x Maria PCF) Ex: David Boggs | O: Stacy Sachen B: Sam Peacemaker
Champion Arabian Junior Filly MISTIC DOMINIC HVP (*Dominic M x Mistcky Marajj HVP) Ex: Rodolfo Guzzo | O: Sylvian Allard B: Haras Vila Dos Pinheiros
Champion International Arabian Junior Colt OFW RENEGADE (FA El Rasheem x RHR Lovely) Ex: David Boggs O/B: Orrion Farms LLC
Champion International Arabian Junior Filly JASMINIA AS (Soul Of Marwan AS x Jasmine Love NA) Ex: Rodolfo Guzzo | O: Ladys Choice LLC B: Arabian Soul Partners Ltd.
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Scottsdale
COVERAGE
Champion International Arabian Yearling Colt ENAN ALJASSIMYA (Emerald J x Just Love Aljassimya) Ex: Giacomo Capacci O/B: Aljassimya Farm
Champion International Arabian Yearling Filly MD MASSIMA (Truest x MD Mirka) Ex: Michael Wilson O/B: Manuel Durini
Champion Arabian Senior Gelding MARVELLOUS XCEPTSHAHN (Marwan Al Magnifficoo x WC Xceptshahnal) Ex: Joseph Alberti II | O: Maddy Winer B: David Zouch Ross
Champion Arabian Junior Gelding MARKKU MAGNUM MA (QR Marc x Maleeka Magnum) Ex: Pat McGinnis | O: Blake Messerli B: Steve & Darla Miles
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Breeding
IN-HAND “One of the greatest joys of being involved with Arabian horses is being able to share our horses with friends near and far ... to celebrate the beauty and passion for the Arabian horse by simply enjoying our horses with those who share the same love for the Arabian horse as we do, is what matters most.”
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2019 North American Halter Leaders Includes Breeders World Cup, U.S., Canadian and Youth Nationals Halter Champions and Reserves. Championship classes only. No Showmanship
OVERALL LEADING HORSES by number of wins
1. Boyz Will be Boyz FF
3 championships
3. Al Malikk
1 championship, 2 reserves
2. She Be Envied
4. Espresso TRJ
Grand Promise NA
5. Almost A Firecracker Aria Venetian Lace
Ebony By Valentino Epiic Butterfly T Grand Prix NA
Goldd Standard
Kashef Al Shaqab Perfinka
Rhan Al Shahania Spitfyre VF
Versailles PCF
2 championships, 1 reserve 3 reserves 3 reserves
2 championships 2 championships
Owner
Jeffrey Frahm
Ashley or Kimberly Toye Shellbird, Inc.
Abin Adi Arabians Kyle Edsall
Tonya Johnson
Khidam El Shawan Partners LLC
2 championships
Stella Bella Arabians LLC
2 championships
Linda Mehney
2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships
Daniel & Suzanne Acevedo Morgan Pelzman
Al Shaqab Member Qatar Foundation Bialka State Stud Farm Al Shahania Stud
Marinus Steenhart
Highland Pride Arabians, Inc.
ARABIAN LEADING HORSES by number of wins
1. Al Malikk
1 championship, 2 reserves
3. Aria Venetian Lace
2 championships
2. Grand Promise NA Grand Prix NA
Kashef Al Shaqab Perfinka
Rhan Al Shahania Spitfyre VF
Versailles PCF
3 reserves
2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships 2 championships
Owner
Shellbird, Inc. Kyle Edsall
Khidam El Shawan Partners LLC Linda Mehney
Al Shaqab Member Qatar Foundation Bialka State Stud Farm Al Shahania Stud
Marinus Steenhart
Highland Pride Arabians, Inc.
HALF-ARABIAN LEADING HORSES by number of wins
Owner
1. Boyz Will be Boyz FF
3 championships
3. Espresso TRJ
3 reserves
Abin Adi Arabians
2 championships
Stella Bella Arabians LLC
2. She Be Envied
4. Almost A Firecracker Ebony By Valentino Epiic Butterfly T Goldd Standard
5. GM Color Nasma Fame 6. Flameworthys Shaddow Mister Bigg Stuff
2 championships, 1 reserve 2 championships
Jeffrey Frahm
Ashley or Kimberly Toye Tonya Johnson
2 championships
Daniel & Suzanne Acevedo
1 championship, 1 reserve
Mary Ann Vaughn
2 championships 2 reserves 2 reserves
Morgan Pelzman Mark Fischer
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ARABIAN OVERALL LEADING SIRES by number of winners
by number of wins
1. Marwan Al Shaqab
6
1. Marwan Al Shaqab
8
3. DA Valentino (deceased)
4
3. Hariry Al Shaqab
6
2. Hariry Al Shaqab
5
2. Grand Commandd
JJ Bellagio
4
4. DA Valentino (deceased)
Eden C
3
5. Enzo
4. Cadance PA
3
Grand Commandd
3
QR Marc
3
SF Specs Shocwave
3
5. EKS Alihandro
2
El Tino
2
Enzo
2
Kavalle MI
2
RFI Farid
2
PA Kid Khan
2
S.M.A.Magic One
JJ Bellagio
6. Cadance PA Eden C
EKS Alihandro QR Marc
SF Specs Shocwave S.M.A.Magic One
Victorious LD Vitorio TO
7 5
5
4 3 3 3 3 3 3
3
3
2
Truest
2
ARABIAN LEADING SIRES by number of Arabian winners 1. Marwan Al Shaqab
6
by number of Arabian wins 1. Marwan Al Shaqab
8
3. JJ Bellagio
4
3. Hariry Al Shaqab
6
2. Hariry Al Shaqab
4. Cadance PA
Grand Commandd QR Marc
5. DA Valentino (deceased)
5 3
3 3 2
Eden C
2
El Tino
2
RFI Farid
2
EKS Alihandro Kavalle MI S.M.A.Magic One
Truest
2
2. Grand Commandd 4. JJ Bellagio
5. Cadance PA Eden C
3
S.M.A.Magic One
3
QR Marc
3
2 2
2
2. DA Valentino (deceased)
2. DA Valentino (deceased)
PA Kid Khan
3 3
by number of Half-Arabian wins
Enzo
5
EKS Alihandro
by number of Half-Arabian winners
1. SF Specs Shocwave
7
3
2
2
2
1. Enzo
SF Specs Shocwave
Victorious LD Vitorio TO
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3 3 3
3
2019 North American Halter Leaders, continued... OVERALL WORLD CUP, U.S. AND CANADIAN NATIONAL LEADING HALTER TRAINERS Open classes only (Top Ten included)
by number of winners
1. Sandro Pinha
23
2. Rodolfo Guzzo
12
Andrew Sellman
12
3. Austin Colangelo
11
Jeff Schall
11
OVERALL LEADING OWNERS by number of winners
1. Pegasus Arabians
5
2. Joanne Gunabalan
Murray or Shirley Popplewell Stella Bella Arabians LLC
4 4
Lee Melchi
2
2
2 2
Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC 2 Katie Steiner
2
Cori Wilson
2
Manny Vierra
6. Gary McDonald
8
Michael Byatt
9
• ARABIAN LEADING OWNERS • HALF-ARABIAN LEADING OWNERS by number of winners
1. Pegasus Arabians
by number of winners
5
2. Joanne Gunabalan
1. Lee Melchi
4
Murray or Shirley Popplewell
Stella Bella Arabians LLC
4
2
2
Keith or Maureen Krichke
Alcides Rodrigues
4. Al Shahania Stud
2
Kris Glover
10
10
3 2
Paul Anthony Clark
9
3
4. Daniel and Suzanne Acevedo Ron Armstrong
5. David Boggs
3. Mark Davis
3
Al Shahania Stud
Keith Krichke
10
4
3. Mark Davis
Orrion Farms LLC
4. Joe Alberti
Orrion Farms LLC
Cori Wilson
2 2
2
3
Ron Armstrong
2
Paul Anthony Clark
2
Kris Glover
2
Keith or Maureen Krichke
2
Stella Bella Arabians LLC
2
Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC 2 Manny Vierra
2
2
Maddy Winer
2
OVERALL LEADING BREEDERS by number of winners
1. Pegasus Arabians
5
Green Pastures Arabians, Inc.
2
J Perry or Suzanne Perkins
2. Sam Peacemaker
3
Lawrence Jerome
2
Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC 2
Robert L & Dixie L North Family Trust 5
3. Suzanne Acevedo
Ron and Laura Armstrong Bialka State Stud Farm Paul Anthony Clark
2 2 2 2
Joanne Gunabalan
2
Cindy McGown and Mark Davis
2
Steve and Darla Miles
2
Orrion Farms LLC
2
ARABIAN LEADING BREEDERS by number of winners
5
Joanne Gunabalan
2
2. Sam Peacemaker
3
Steve and Darla Miles
2
3. Ron and Laura Armstrong Bialka State Stud Farm Paul Anthony Clark
Green Pastures Arabians, Inc.
2 2 2 2
Lawrence Jerome
Orrion Farms LLC
Murray or Shirley Popplewell
2
Rohara Arabians LLC
2
Corrine Wilson
2
Stella Bella Arabians LLC
2
HALF-ARABIAN LEADING BREEDERS
1. Pegasus Arabians
Robert L & Dixie L North Family Trust 5
Murray or Shirley Popplewell
2
2 2 2
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by number of winners
1. J Perry or Suzanne Perkins Rohara Arabians LLC Corrine Wilson
2 2 2
Q&A
Breeding/In-Hand
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INIZIARE ARABIANS SCOT TSDALE, ARIZONA
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized It is paramount to have a happy social environment in the barn where I have my horses. I’ve been so lucky to have met amazing, passionate owners who have always been willing to support (cheering, clapping and hugs given freely) my horses as I too support their excitement, even if I put my horses elsewhere for logistical reasons. This is a very competitive path that we take. Friends are important!
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years I’m seeing more extreme heads and necks for the most part. I appreciate that, but if they can’t move out of their own way, that is a deal breaker. With those extreme heads I want a large eye. Breeders are getting there, but there is always room for improvement. I prefer a fiery attitude, but when let down, I want sweet!
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Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? I have never given my journey over to a trainer. I have been doing this since 1977 and I started out as an amateur riding English horses and competing when there were NO designated AOTR classes. I remain involved with the care and maintenance of my horses because having an extra pair of eyes is a must. It’s important to demand respect and communication from each other and I try to make happen.
I’m getting my feet wet again after an absence of 14 years of not producing a foal. My Da Vinci daughter H Bella Bellezza H had a beautiful colt in 2019 by Exxalt. I am looking forward to breeding my two foundation mares limitedly so as not to flood the market. We all have to be cognizant about that.
Importance Of Amateur Classes I think amateur classes are important. That’s how I first started with the Arabian breed. I showed a *Bask gelding under the tutorship of Spike Barter of Zodiac Farms. I used to haul, bathe, clip and polish the hoofs of my own horse. I would love to show again.
It ebbs and flows and has since I had my first foal in 1984. While I was absent from this industry from late 2006 until August 2014, a lot of our best American horses were sold to the Middle East, Europe and Brazil. Now those countries are producing their own foals. So, who are we going to sell to?
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To have them broke to ride and enjoy a different interaction with them based on the trusted friendship. There’s nothing more satisfying than buying a baby at a month old and then when they are three, taking them out on a trail ride. If they have show ring performance ability, then that is the cherry on top.
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This will get me frowns and raised eyebrows but I’m NOT a believer in pulling all of these embryos from mares, some of whom are as young as two years of age! If you own a proven mare and they are struggling or getting older, then I don’t have a problem with this, but in a slower market, why oversaturate?
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Breeding/In-Hand Biggest Breeding Challenge Crossing your mares to the best world stallion because being a younger breeder, I am not able to spend a lot of money in breedings, and not able to use frozen semen with the budget that I am on.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years It has its lows and highs. I do believe that we are on the move towards stabilizing and will go up from here.
Embryo Transfers … Helped Or Hurt? I believe that it has helped the breed to be able to save embryos and sell them, particularly if people like a mare’s pedigree and want one out of her but do not want to buy her.
CHRISTIAN COOK GENERATIONS FARM PIT TSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized I think any barn should be very social and open their doors to towns close for the chance to see them, making it a community event to show the Arabian horse off.
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? I think trainer and breeder. Owners are needed to be involved in all of the horse’s needs one hundred percent.
Importance Of Amateur Classes It is very important for my program because they want to show their foal or horse purchase for fun. I love seeing the owner smile when coming out to the arena.
MURRAY & SHIRLEY POPPLEWELL RAE-DAWN ARABIANS
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SCOT TSDALE, ARIZONA & SASK ATOON, CANADA
I breed and train horses to show halter, but after three or four years, I look into a performance career and/or showing in both.
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Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years I have seen more and more people come into the Arabian horse industry, but I think a lot has to change to be able to keep that going. We should do more open houses and give people the chance to purchase a breeding and lease a mare.
One of the greatest joys of being involved with Arabian horses is being able to share our horses with friends near and far. Whether we are hosting our annual farm open house where hundreds of people gather at our farm to celebrate the beauty and passion for the Arabian horse or welcoming guests to our farm for private showings—simply enjoying our horses with those who share the same love for the Arabian horse as we do is what matters most.
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Importance Of Amateur Classes The amateur classes are wonderful and allow Shirley and I to enjoy our horses in the show ring, together. The many futurity programs offered within our industry gives us additional opportunities to show and greater exposure for our horses which is also a tremendous plus.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers We are a breeding farm, so our show horses range in age from yearlings to those old enough to need time off to rest, while others are breeding age and are tried in the breeding barn. We breed for a complete horse, so some of the horses go on to start their work under saddle once their halter campaigns have come to a close.
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years There is one certainty in life and that is, it is ever changing. We have seen many fads and trends come and go within our industry, however, what remains and has not changed, is the love of the Arabian horse has not wavered and is shared by all.
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STEVE & DARLA MILES MILESTONE ARABIANS BASEHOR, K ANSAS
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized We enjoy the social aspect of our halter barn. We have such a great team, everyone supports each other! We enjoy many good times together and continue to make memories at the shows and at the barn. It’s a huge part of why we enjoy breeding and showing halter horses.
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? Our horses are born at our farm where our home is located as well. We are completely hands on. When the horses do go on to the training barn, most all decisions are discussed and agreed upon with our trainer and ourselves. However, if there was a circumstance that we couldn’t be reached, we would totally entrust our trainer to make the best decision without us.
Importance Of Amateur Classes We truly enjoy amateur classes. It really gets the owners involved in the show. The industry needs as much involvement it can get. I think the amateur classes provide some nice money awards as well, which is even more enticement to show and get involved.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers Ideally, we love to see them compete in the performance arena, or they become part of our breeding program if they are a mare; it just depends on the individual horse.
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Arabian halter horse type within the last 20 years has for us, become almost a thing of art when it comes to their exquisite heads perfectly sculpted with long, thin swan necks. We would like to maintain an equally beautiful conformation, top line and hip without foregoing quality.
Biggest Breeding Challenge We would love to breed many more horses than we have the past few years, but the competition is tough in the show ring; the best of the best are competing. Then you need to have buyers and that is another challenge.
We have seen prices lower maybe more in the last 10 years. People looking to buy horses are looking for the best quality overall that is going to win in the show ring, so maybe the number of buyers has decreased to some degree.
Embryo Transfers … Helped Or Hurt? We do embryo transfers in our breeding program. I do not believe it has hurt our breed. It allows you to have a foal from a mare that can’t carry her own for whatever reason. Or possibly a mare you want to continue to show and still have foals from. It is a great tool if it fits your needs.
family and I share together. We make the breeding decisions together and it’s the most gratifying feeling to show a horse that you bred and dreamed about.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers I would love to see my horses in the performance ring after their halter careers. That’s what sets Arabians above all other breeds, their versatility! So, it’s a great feeling as an owner and breeder to see a beautiful, successful halter horse you bred and raised move on to the performance ring.
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years When I first got involved, it was all about the “wow” factor, but now it’s all about movement, and we now have some better moving horses than we’ve ever seen! We now need to focus on getting prettier. Movement, pretty and type are what it’s all about! Arabian “type” is most important to me!
AJ MARINO
MARINO ARABIANS
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BIRMINGHAM, AL ABAMA
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized The social aspects of a halter barn are extremely important, and I definitely prefer it! We’ve been with Midwest for 12 years and we don’t consider them friends … they are family. If it wasn’t such a great family-like atmosphere, I don’t think I’d do it!
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? David and I talk every day and do it all together. All the babies are born at home and the best are sent over to David for training.
Importance Of Amateur Classes It’s extremely important! We breed to show, and I show all the horses I breed myself! I love all the incentive programs and it’s something my
We are very proud of the great bodies we produce, as well as some great necks and shoulders! Now we are focusing on the “pretty”. We are doing this by continuing to breed the best, to the best.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years Sales in the halter marketplace are definitely slower than they were five years ago. The best of the best horses still sell, but a horse that is great can still be a challenge to move in the current environment.
Embryo Transfers … Helped Or Hurt? Embryo transfers have helped tremendously! We are evolving the breed faster—everyone is breeding really amazing horses quickly because of it. Instead of one baby, you can breed six of the same cross if you wanted, resulting in tougher competition which is healthy for the industry!
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Importance Of Amateur Classes The amateur classes are very important to us. I am very proud to show our own horses and the prize money programs offered to the amateur classes are outstanding.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers Our horses live in our backyard after their show career, they are an everyday part of our life. Our horses are bred to be “form to function” which later makes them great riding horses.
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years It is a pleasure to see the overall quality of the Arabian horse improve each year. I think breeders are doing a great job at always trying to improve their breeding programs. For sure, we have seen an increase in type and carriage. Personally, I always want us as breeders to maintain the athletic ability of our Arabian horses.
PAUL GLANS
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MIDWEST TRAINING CENTRE SCOT TSDALE, ARIZONA
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We are small breeders and owners; we just try to retain the integrity of our breeding program. With each new foal born we seek to always improve and recognize what worked and what can be improved.
The social aspect of any barn is very important and also very enjoyable. Our extended Arabian horse family is beyond special to us. The big gatherings allow us to catch up with a lot of friends and the more intimate occasions really allow for more one-on-one interaction.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years We are blessed with all the modern technology offered today; it has made marketing horses on demand much easier. Sending cell phone videos by WhatsApp, social media and other venues makes reaching a worldwide market much faster.
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Sabrina and I are very hands-on Arabian horse owners. We enjoy caring for our horses together—everything from grooming, feeding, showing and trail riding, to even doing the dirty work. We are blessed with the magnificent team at Midwest; the support and guidance are always top notch.
Embryo transfers have allowed a mare more opportunities to reach her reproductive capacity. Stallions can create many more offspring via shipped semen, why not allow the mare to have some of the same impact.
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Breeding/In-Hand Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years I started in the Arabian industry just about 20 years ago, learning from some of the top professionals in the industry. Their advice has and is so beneficial. I would like to see us maintain the athletic ability of this beautiful breed.
Biggest Breeding Challenge The challenge is how we can keep improving our breeding program each foal crop. I love evaluating the foal crops and seeing each year progress. This is what breeding is all about.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years GRK had a very good year regarding sales. In 2019, we had our first international sale and a special thank you to our halter trainer Lucho Guimaraes for all his marketing expertise.
Embryo Transfers … Helped Or Hurt? My breeding program has utilized the technology of embryo transfer for years—it has worked well for GRK. Being able to test my mares on several stallions each year has given a good perspective on what crosses work the best. Embryo transfer may not be for everyone, but for our breeding program, it has been a huge benefit.
GARY KEHL GRK FARMS
HERRIMAN, UTAH & SCOT TSDALE, ARIZONA
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized The social aspect of any barn, halter or performance, is very important. We have had numerous open houses at our Scottsdale farm and they were all very successful. We also enjoy private visits and welcome anyone to our Utah or Scottsdale locations.
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? I am blessed to have an awesome team that provides the best day-today care of the horses, and for everyday chores around the farm, I can be found on a tractor and fixing what is needed. I also enjoy building and creating my farms. I never want to miss seeing my trainers and granddaughters show; supporting them is so important.
Importance Of Amateur Classes The youth and amateur classes are very important across the board for the Arabian horse industry. Again, my granddaughters have had very successful youth show careers. Last fall we participated in the Arabian National Breeder Finals amateur classes and won, so with welcoming prize money, these programs are absolutely essential.
TRAVIS RICE
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SCOT TSDALE, ARIZONA
GRK breeds for both halter and performance, so many of our halter horses go right into a performance career. Our halter horses are very athletic and have no problem transferring into wearing a saddle. I am very proud of this aspect of the GRK breeding program.
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ROYAL ARABIANS LLC Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized An active social setting is an absolute must! This industry is and should be about fun. Enjoying the fun of your own success and that of
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others … that is something we live by, preach and practice at Royal. If you do not have fun outside the show ring and the winner’s circle, you have nothing, because let’s face it, we are not always in the winner’s circle. Enjoy what the Arabian horse is most precious for, its beauty and the beauty of people that it brings together!
Importance Of Amateur Classes On a scale of 1-10, the importance is a 12. The amateur and amateur/owner involvement is key to growth in our industry.
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years There are many things, but one area that is a must for our perception of worldwide markets and importance, is bringing back the importance of the class “A” shows. Shrink the regionals and make it more difficult to reach our United States Nationals to bring back huge value to all three levels of competition, and reintroduce a True Triple Crown that is as it was before, the most desired achievement in our breed.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years It is like any market, you have your ups and downs. There comes a time in every market that there is a “Seller” need and “Buyer” demand. I cannot complain about our particular successes and that of our clients, for it has been spectacular, but we have always pivoted to every occasion. I do see that the majority are constantly looking for that “Big Sale!”, and those horses don’t need us agents, marketers and trainers to sell them, they sell themselves. What we need to focus on is that midrange game and emphasize the importance of breeding and breeding quality. Some of the greatest horses I have ever had the privilege of marketing have been the result of a $25-$50,000 broodmare sale. Think long term, not just now. So, I have not seen a huge swing in either direction. Just those complaining about numbers being down which is not the case. Quality is scarce because breeding numbers are down and there are simple solutions to bringing those numbers back up, but that is a completely different topic for another question to be asked!
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STONE RIDGE ARABIANS LLC BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized Danny and I have a great time with all the people at Midwest. The staff is great, and the clients are fun. We have great comradery which allows everyone to cheer for each other. I prefer this atmosphere.
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? I am very involved in the care and planning for our horses. We have a great trainer, David Boggs, who I rely on to help us make important decisions.
Importance Of Amateur Classes The amateur classes are great for us and for all the horse breeders who love to participate in the horse shows. A lot of planning, care and money goes into producing a horse, and raising each horse to arrive at a horse show. Amateur classes are the best and keep the horse industry breeding.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers I love for my horses to be home. We walk to the barn every night and give them all carrots. As soon as their career is over, we break some to ride and some we breed. They all get the carrots!
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years The Arabian horse has always been beautiful, but over the last 20 years, the it has become very close to perfect. The halter classes are filled with the most amazing creatures who have perfect conformation
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Breeding/In-Hand and beauty like we have rarely seen before. Change something? Tighter ears.
Biggest Breeding Challenge Breeding is a lucky guess. We all hope that the genes that you hope for will indeed arrive in the foal produced. However, studying pedigrees and putting the right combination together can be very effective.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years Sales are definitely down. It is unfortunate because it has caused
the breeding to fall off as well. However, at Scottsdale, the sales did improve and hopefully will continue. The amateur classes were full of horses and that is very encouraging.
Embryo Transfers … Helped Or Hurt? I think the embryo transfers have been very helpful for breeders. A recipient can carry the foal which allows the donor mare to go through conditioning and go to shows. I do believe, however, that it is healthy for the donor mare to carry and deliver a foal at some point.
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? I trust the people that work for me and those we have our horses with to make the decisions. I might give input but allow them to do their job.
Importance Of Amateur Classes The amateur classes are huge—that is where our industry is at. It is where one can win prize money, so it has become super competitive.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers Either they move to the breeding barn and have babies or stand at stud, or they start a performance career.
Halter Horse Differences, Consistency And Evolution Of The Last 20 Years In America, I think we’ve got a little to caught up in the head, and are losing the focus of form to function. To be a breeding horse, in my opinion, one must have function. We need to remember that when we are looking at and judging these classes.
Biggest Breeding Challenge The costs involved and finding a market for the average horse. We have lost this market in the industry and it is up to us to make a change.
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LOLLIE AMES JORDAN, MINNESOTA
Like above, we need to find value in the average horse which will come from them finding a place to show, giving their owner a chance of success and pride.
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CEDAR RIDGE ARABIANS We are in the entertainment world, so socializing and the friendships that are developed is super important.
Embryo transfers and shipped semen have changed our breed drastically.
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the finest care every day. As a trainer, the important decisions are made jointly with the owners whose horses are in our care. In turn, they have trust and confidence in our maintenance and training routines, which are customized for each individual.
Importance Of Amateur Classes Amateur programs are vitally important to the breed and to the marketing of Arabian horses. Owner/exhibitors are the backbone of the show horse market and stabilize the industry. Our amateur clients often have open horses with us as well, and all of our clients truly enjoy the “show” aspect and cheering on each other’s horses together.
After The Ring Best Case Scenarios And Careers The horses we show at halter belong to a variety of people with different circumstances. The owners decide what will happen next. Many go on to top performance careers, some are sold, and many simply enjoy retiring to their owners’ breeding barns and pastures. We assist in marketing horses for pleasure riding as well.
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DAVID BOGGS
MIDWEST TRAINING CENTRE MINNESOTA & ARIZONA
Barn Preference: Active Social Setting Or Individualized Midwest is known for its team and country club atmosphere, fueled by camaraderie and the enjoyment of the horse itself. Here, we offer an individualized experience within a larger social environment. Our clients truly enjoy being “hands on” and many of them show in the AOTH classes with great success.
Horse Maintenance: Owner Involvement? Being an owner/trainer with a fantastic team in place, our horses get
The bar of excellence for the Arabian halter horse continues to rise. With the availability of transported frozen semen and embryo transfer, breeders are able to utilize bloodlines that would otherwise be unavailable to them. They can try several different crosses with the same high-quality mare in a single year, if they wish. This has improved the overall genetics around the world.
Halter Sales Over Last Five Years The market continues to be strong for the top level halter and performance horses, as it has for the last several decades. At Midwest, we continue to offer introductory presentations to prospective buyers which have brought wonderful clients into the business.
Embryo Transfers … Helped Or Hurt? I am a proponent of embryo transfer. The opportunity for a breeder to receive additional foals from their older or retired mares, and also the younger show mares, offers a better opportunity at a good return on their investment.
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