Special middle east 2017 by Arabian Horse Magazine

MARWAN AL SHAQAB Gazal al Shaqab x Little Liza Fame

SH. Hamad Bin Ali Al Thani Manager of Breeding & Show Department www.alshaqab.com

GAZAL AL SHAQAB Anaza El Farid x Kajora

AL ADEED AL SHAQAB

Ansata Halim Shah x Sundar Alisayyah

SH. Hamad Bin Ali Al Thani Manager of Breeding & Show Department www.alshaqab.com

KAHIL AL SHAQAB

Marwan Al Shaqab x OFW Mishaahl

FADI AL SHAQAB

Besson Carol x Abha Myra standing at Michael Byatt

SH. Hamad Bin Ali Al Thani Manager of Breeding & Show Department www.alshaqab.com

HARIRY AL SHAQAB

Marwan Al Shaqab x White Silkk standing at Michael Byatt

The 2017 special edition of Arabian Horse Magazine celebrates this year its second birthday. We feel to share together with you this further success by bringing together some of the latest novelties and results in the breeding world with a special focus on the Middle East countries. There is also content focusing on training and breeding advances and innovations, a showcase of the most important Arabian horses shows in the world, from the 2017 Paris World Championship Show at the glittering Salon du Cheval, going straight at the heart of Europe with the European Championship in Lier, Belgium, heading down in the UAE with an extensive beautiful presentation of the luxurious Dubai International Show. It presents several articles on the finest and most representative subjects of this magnificent breed whose acrossthe-board excellence is known globally. Donna Molta Bella, jewel in the crown of Al Saqran Stud; The Moniscione, Monz Albidayer, Arethusa Shamir, Fahera and Enzo are here celebrated as star-studded Arabian horses and legends of the breed and their heirs. We also want to draw the readerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attention upon some of the most important breeding and training stations located in Italy, Europe and in the UAE : Arethusa Arabian in Sicily, owned and run by a very close friend of ours, Pippo Palumbo; the IATC training center of Paolo Capecci in Umbria; Peppe Fontanella Magic Arabians in

Campania; Giacomo Capacci Arabians, a long-time training reality in the heart of Tuscany; the newly born Elegantika Training Center of the Mearelli Team; Privilige Arabian of Raphael Curti and Philip Looyens in Belgium, Athbah Stud in the western part of Riyadh in Saudi Arabia; the immense Stables of Al Shaqab in Qatar and, of course, Dubai Arabian Horse Stud one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most successful Straight Egyptian and Pure Bred horse farms. We did not miss out the chance to interview judge Mrs. Christine Jamar and handler Iacobean Toader since for us of Arabian Horse Magazine has become vital to give judges, handlers and trainers equally the opportunity to speak about their personal professional experience and daily commitments. Thus the pages on Etha, the Europe Trainer and Handler Association which serves all handlers and trainers in the world as a common platform where they can discuss the main issues on the Arabian horse industry and promote themselves and their centers accordingly. Not to forget the special section thoroughly devoted to the Straight Egyptian line under the guidance of Domenico Tocchi and some extremely interesting pages dealing with the Health and Welfare of the Arabian Horses directed by Dr. Laura Grassi. To conclude, we want to wish all our friends, breeders, trainers and loyal readers a very happy and productive year 2017!

Index Cover: DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA Owner: AL SAQRAN STUD

SPECIAL MIDDLE EAST 2017 Editor/Publisher/Art Director

Gianluca Martino

Publisher/Public relations

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Photographer/Graphic Designer

Gregor Aymar Journalists

Sonja Smaldone Samantha Mattocks Domenico Tocchi Graphic Designers

Nazario Bizzoco Official Photographer

Joelle MĂźller Antonio Caracciolo Translations

Sonja Smaldone Account

Gianluca Martino Noemie Zeller Debora Martino Special Collaborators

Antonio De Martino Ignazio Mancini

Al Shaqab ........................................................................................................................................................................ 001 Dubai Arabian Horse Stud .................................................................................................... 007 Giacomo Capacci Training Center..................................................................... 014 Donna Molta Bella SRA ................................................................................................................. 016 Albidayer Stud ..................................................................................................................................................... 025 European Championship - Lier 2016......................................................... 032 Pivilege Training Center .............................................................................................................. 044 Enzo LTD .............................................................................................................................................................................. 064 Fontanella Magic Arabians Team ........................................................................ 085 Mozn Albidayer ................................................................................................................................................. 092 Aretusa Arabians............................................................................................................................................ 102 Dubai Int. Arabian Horse Championship ....................................... 108 World Championship - Paris 2016 .................................................................... 114 Judge Interview ............................................................................................................................................... 138 Fahera ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 148 Handler Interview ...................................................................................................................................... 166 We Fly Horses ......................................................................................................................................................... 175 Il moniscione ........................................................................................................................................................... 186 The Sons of Nazeer ................................................................................................................................ 190 Health and Welfare ............................................................................................................................ 210 Athbah Stud .............................................................................................................................................................. 216

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onna Molta Bella! Her name says it allâ&#x20AC;Ś. No other name would be more suitable for such a beautiful mare! When she was foaled in 2012, expectations were very high for her as she was sired by the Grossmansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six time National Champion, DA Valentino (Versace x DA Love by Padrons Psyche) and out of the National Champion Mare, RD Fabreanna (Falcon BHF x GF Simply Magic by Magic Dream Cahr). However, Donna Molta Bella SRA has met and exceeded every expectation, hope and dream for her. As if a master-painter had utilized just the right amount of each precious bloodline, she has emerged

as a masterpiece of Alsaqran Stud, between Kuwait and the UAE. Most horses are the sum of their parents, their inherited characteristics are immediately identifiable and attributable to their dam or sire. But not Donna Molta Bella. She is one of those truly rare mares that equates to greater than the sum of her parents. Indeed, in Donna Molta Bella all the finest elements of every line of her pedigree are represented in a harmonious blend that could be the most pre-potent source of perfection the world has yet seen. After all, she boasts an impressive show record: 2016 Gold Champion Mare at Dubai International Arabian

Horse Championship UAE; 2016 Unanimous Gold Champion Mare at International Arabian Horse Festival Sharjah UAE; 2016 Gold Champion Mare at International Arabian Horse Championship Abu Dhabi; 2014 World Championship Junior Filly Paris; 2014 Supreme Champion

Filly Arabian Breeders World Cup Las Vegas; 2014 US National Champion Junior Filly; 2013 Region 14 Unanimous Champion Yearling Filly. Globally admired, Donna Molta Bellaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appeal went up another gear at the 2016 Paris World Championship last month as she was crowned

World Champion Mare and Best Movement Female. Donna Molto Bella looked just gorgeous in Paris! With her statuesque body, long neck and super type, handler Paolo Capecci also presented her with an elegant trot which combined with her long fairytale mane, captured the hearts of many! She gave the perfect performance that weekend and she already knew she was there to win, the minute she entered the arena and rocked the scene! We do not think there will soon be a mare good enough to challenge her as she

is so close to excellenceâ&#x20AC;Ś Donna Molta Bella SRA will continue her extraordinary show ring career and also begin her breeding career. With Al Saqran Stud also hosting some of the most handsome stallions today, we are very likely to witness other miracles within the stud-farm from this delightful mare! Congratulations to Donna Molta Bella, to Al Saqran Stud and her historical owner Bessam Saqran. Congratulations also to the entire Paolo Capecciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Team to have created such a strong promotion around her!

Written by Sonya Smaldone Award Photos by Alessio Azzali

ier (Lierre in French; pop. 33,000), Belgium, was probably founded in Roman times, but the first mention of its name does not come until the 7th century. The legend has it that Saint Gummarus (died 775), a nobleman from Carolingian king Pepin the Short (714-768)’s court, set his hermitage along Lier’s River Nete. Lier obtained its city charter in 1212. Not much happened there, except for being the birthplace of the not-so-famous-outside-Flanders painter Opsomer (18781967), ornamental smith Van Boeckel, writer Timmermans

collegiate church dedicated to St. Gummarus, the town’s patron saint, also sits on the town square. One of the most interesting monuments is the 14th-century Zimmer tower (Zimmertoren), once part of the city wall and converted into an astronomical clock by Louis Zimmer in 1930. It has a central dial for time surrounded by 12 smaller dials showing the signs of the zodiac, the lunar and solar cycles, the 7 days of the week, 12 months of the year, seasons, tidal waves, and more! Statues of the town’s mayors and Belgian kings dong the bell every hour on the right

and clock-maker Zimmer. Lier has an amazing number of sites for a town of its size. It has been nicknamed the ‘Little Bruges’, or Lierke Plezierke (‘Little Pleasure Lieri), or else Pallierterstad (‘town of Pallieter’), from the famous character of local writer Felix Timmermans (1886-1947), the most translated author from Flanders. The inhabitants of Lier also earned the teasing nickname ‘sheep’s heads’ (schappekopen in Flemish) for choosing a cattle market over a university when asked which one they wished for. All the sights are concentrated in a compact area. Like most other Flemish towns, Lier has its late-medieval Grote Markt (town square) with a sumptuous Flemish-Rococostyle town hall and an adjoining belfry (built in 1369). The Brabantine Gothic

side of the tower. Inside the tower, a planetarium displays no less than 57 astronomic dials with some intriguing cogwheels. Note that Zimmer’s astronomic clock was shown at the 1939 World Fair in New York. Lier is also the city we headed to last October on the occasion of the 2016 European Championship. For such a prestigious event - organized by ECPAH and Mrs. Christine Jamar-Demeersseman, the ring at the equestrian centre ‘Azelhof ’ in Lier (Antwerp) was decorated in an exclusive way for presenting - to everyone who flocked there - the delightful and endless beauty of the

Arabian Horse. After a rigorous selection during the year, only the best Purebred Arabians were allowed to participate in and to compete for the title of ‘European Champion’. So the very best of the nicest Arabian horses, born in Europe, came back from all over the world to their native continent to present their ravishing beauty. The 2016 Judge Panel was ably composed by: Mr. Urs Aeschbacher; Mrs. Claudia Darius; Mr. Lucas Gozdzialski; Mr. Cristian Moschini; Mr. Luiz Rocco; Mrs. Marianne Tengstedt. Members of the Disciplinary Committee: HRH. Teresa de Borbon; Dr. Malak Benamar; Dr. Gianpaolo Teobaldelli; Mr. Gijs Eggink and Mr. Daniel Souppat. In his quality of Ringmaster Dr. Abdel Wahab Amira assisted by Mr. Gerard Oben. The music could be only that of Mr. Kristof Heymanse whilst Mrs. Robin Hopkinson was appointed as official Commentator of the show. The Yearling Categories kicked off the show and that was really a foretaste of future superstars. Among the Fillies, Gold medal winner the bay HDM MARIA APAL (RFI FARID × WW IMANIA-APAL) bred by MRS. ELEONORE MERTENS and owned by HRH. AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI. Silver medal winner the grey AJA CAPRICE (EKS ALIHANDRO × AJA CARINA) bred and owned by JANE & MALCOLM HICKFORD. Bronze medal winner the grey DA ALIHANDRA (EKS ALIHANDRO × DA MISS JUSTICE) bred and owned by MRS. CORNELIA KOLNBERGER. As for the Yearling Colts, Gold medal winner an amazing great-son of the legendary Marwan Al Shaqab, the chestnut M.M.JABARI (EKS ALIHANDRO × M.M. JULIETTA) bred and owned MARIO MATT ARABIANS. Silver medal winner the bay CYCLONE OS (RFI FARID × INSPIRED NAJLA) bred and owned by GESTÜT OSTERHOF. Bronze medal winner another splendid great son of Marwan Al Shaqab, the bay MANSOUR AM (EKS ALIHANDRO × ABHA PALMA) bred and owned by AL MOHAMADIA STUD. Then it was the turn of the Junior Categories. Among the Fillies, Gold medal winner the magnificent grey M.M. NYHAMA (WH JUSTICE × NAUTIS EL PERSEUS) bred and owned by MARIO MATT ARABIANS. Silver medal winner the grey CARMINE AL KHALED (GLORIUS APAL × COSMOPOLITAN J) bred and owned by AL KHALED FARM. Bronze medal winner the grey GALERIDA (SHANGHAI EA × GALILEA) bred and owned by S.K. MICHALÓW. As for the Junior Colts, Gold medal winner the bay GALLARDO J (EMERALD J × GOMERA J) bred by JADEM ARABIANS and owned by HRH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI. Silver medal winner the bay LUIGI (KANZ ALBIDAYER × LOLITA) bred by MRS. DANI SAELENS and owned by AL SHAHANIA STUD. Bronze medal winner the chestnut FALAH AL SHAQAB (FADI AL SHAQAB × JOSEPH JUST EMOTION) bred and owned by AL SHAQAB STUD. The Senior Categories were a parade of very accomplished great champions. Among the Senior Mares, Gold medal winner the stunning grey ETNOLOGIA (GAZAL AL SHAQAB × ETALANTA) bred by S.K. JANOW PODLASKI and owned by HALSDON ARABIANS. Silver medal winner the bay MAJEEDAH CF (WH JUSTICE × MAHARANI CF) bred by CAFRA ARABIANS and owned by MR. MUBARAK AL KHASHAB. Bronze medal winner the grey AJA EUROPA (AJA JUSTIFIED × HB MARAIS) bred by AJA ARABIANS – MR. & MRS. HICKFORD and owned by the ROYAL CAVALRY OF OMAN. As for the Senior Stallions, Gold medal winner the chestnut IM BAYARD CATHARE (PADRONS IMMAGE × SHAMILAH BAGHEERA) bred by MR. ROQUES RICHARD and owned by the ROYAL CAVALRY OF OMAN. Silver medal winner the grey IS EXXPU (QR MARC × IS EXELSIA) bred and owned by DR. NILS ISMER. Bronze medal winner the chestnut SAFEER (AJMAN MONISCIONE × MO SAJFA) bred by MR. FIORINI LORIS and owned by MRS. TINA MARTUCCI. With tons of attendees on hand - among breeders, specialists or simply lovers - the 2016 European Championships for Arabian Horses in Lier was one of the largest in the past few months and enthusiasm was in then air! Thank you Christine Jamar-Demeersseman and Team for yet another year of fabulous pomp and circumstance in the company of our beloved Arabian horses!

Yearling Fillies

HDM MARIA APAL

RFI FARID x WW IMANIA-APAL OWNER: HRH. AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

AJA CAPRICE

EKS ALIHANDRO x AJA CARINA OWNER: JANE & MALCOLM HICKFORD

DA ALIHANDRA

EKS ALIHANDRO x DA MISS JUSTICE OWNER: MRS. CORNELIA KOLNBERGER

POINTS | 24.00

GOLD MEDAL

POINTS | 10.00

SILVER MEDAL

POINTS | 18.00

BRONZE MEDAL

Yearling Colts

M.M. JABARI

EKS ALIHANDRO x M.M. JULIETTA OWNER: MARIO MATT ARABIANS

CYCLONE OS

RFI FARID x INSPIRED NAJLA OWNER: GESTÃ&#x153;T OSTERHOF

MANSOUR AM

EKS ALIHANDRO x ABHA PALMA OWNER: AL MOHAMADIA STUD

POINTS | 20.00

GOLD MEDAL

POINTS | 14.00

SILVER MEDAL

POINTS | 5.00

BRONZE MEDAL

Junior Fillies

M.M. NIYAMA

WH JUSTICE x NAUTIS EL PERSEUS OWNER: MARIO MATT ARABIANS

CARMINE AL KHALED

GLORIUS APAL x COSMOPOLITAN J OWNER: AL KHALED FARM

GALERIDA

SHANGHAI EA x GALILEA OWNER: S.K. MICHALÃ&#x201C;W

POINTS | 16.00

GOLD MEDAL

POINTS | 16.00

SILVER MEDAL

POINTS | 4.00

BRONZE MEDAL

Junior Colts

GALLARDO J

EMERALD J x GOMERA J OWNER: HRH AMMAR BIN HUMAID AL NUAIMI

LUIGI

KANZ ALBIDAYER x LOLITA OWNER: AL SHAHANIA STUD

FALAH AL SHAQAB

FADI AL SHAQAB x JOSEPH JUST EMOTION OWNER: AL SHAQAB STUD

POINTS | 21.00

GOLD MEDAL

POINTS | 12.00

SILVER MEDAL

POINTS | 7.00

BRONZE MEDAL

Senior Mares

ETNOLOGIA

GAZAL AL SHAQAB x ETALANTA OWNER: HALSDON ARABIANS

MAJEEDAH CF

WH JUSTICE x MAHARANI CF OWNER: MR. MUBARAK AL KHASHAB

AJA EUROPA

AJA JUSTIFIED x HB MARAIS OWNER: ROYAL CAVALRY OF OMAN

POINTS | 21.00

GOLD MEDAL

POINTS | 7.00

SILVER MEDAL

POINTS | 7.00

BRONZE MEDAL

Senior Stallions

IM BAYARD CATHARE

PADRONS IMMAGE x SHAMILAH BAGHEERA OWNER: ROYAL CAVALRY OF OMAN

IS EXXPU

QR MARC x IS EXELSIA OWNER: DR. NILS ISMER

SAFEER

AJMAN MONISCIONE x MO SAJFA OWNER: MRS. TINA MARTUCCI

POINTS | 24.00

GOLD MEDAL

POINTS | 8.00

SILVER MEDAL

POINTS | 6.00

BRONZE MEDAL

Moments Photos by Ronay Juanes

Special

Moments

e was the size of a fire truck, his coat the color of a Ferrari, his heart filled with passion and his gaze always set on the prize â&#x20AC;&#x201C; he was Enzo (Padrons Psyche x RD Bey Shahmpane by Bey Shah). The name Enzo evokes the utmost respect in aficionados around the globe; with a string of titles and champions in over seven countries, he was one of the greatest show horses and sires that ever lived. His story began when Dr. Philip Del Pozzo purchased the beautiful grey Bey Shah daughter, RD Bey Shahmpane. Veterinarians had told the breeder that this mare would

Enzo & Equus Arbians Partners

never be able to carry a foal due a broken leg she suffered as a yearling, but Philip saw something in this mare that many looked past and she proved them all wrong. If she only gave Brent Stone and Philip their big red horse Enzo, it would have been more than enough, but she also blessed them a stunning collection of daughters. And even 64

ENZO (PADRONS PSYCHE X RD BEY SHAHMPANE)

Shanghai EA bred by Equus Arabians and proudly owned by Ajman Stud

though both Enzo and RD Bey Shahmpane were laid to rest in 2016, their presence is still greatly felt in their program. Approximately 4730 miles away from the Enzo Worldwide farm in California, in the beautiful and colorful country of Spain; an exotic colt was born in the stables of Equus Arabians for elated owner Albert Sorocca. Shanghai EA (WH Justice x Salymah EA by Khidar) quickly matured into an alabaster beauty, some called him unreal and some called him magical. With his sculptured head and neck and undeniable charisma, Shanghai EA took home titles in Aachen, Paris and many more. Now owned by the Ajman Stud, Shanghai EA took on the Middle East and was named Gold Champion Senior Stallion at the 2016 Dubai International and Abu Dhabi International Shows. Just like his sire WH Justice and the other legendary stallions in his sire line, Shanghai EA is an extraordinary breeding horse, passing on his desirable beauty and complimenting mares of various bloodlines. These two stallions are some of the finest the industry has ever seen, but it is when their paths cross that we see a new level of greatness and sheer beauty came to life. It all began in 2002 when Philip met Albert at the Scottsdale Show. “Albert was not only a fan of Enzo, but Albert and I share the same passion for breeding Arabian Horses. Albert was the first breeder in Europe to purchase and import Enzo’s frozen semen to Spain,” Philip recalls. “I will never forget the first 67

time I saw Enzo as a yearling. Enzo touched my heart, and from that moment I chose Enzo as my ideal stallion and decided to use his incredible genetic power as an essential part of my breeding program,” says Albert. It was in 2005 that Philip visited Equus Arabians for the first time. “There was this beautiful weanling filly sired by Khidar that stood out to me,” says Philip. “When Shanghai EA was born I called Philip and told

Left to right Albert, Salymah EA, Elena and Brent at Equus Arabians Spain

him a special colt was born, and immediately Philip said, I am sure that the mother must be Salymah EA, he was right.” Philip first saw Shanghai EA as a yearling in a video that Albert showed to him during the Las Vegas World Cup; Philip immediately knew that he would someday breed to this colt. Years later 70

ENZO (PADRONS PSYCHE X RD BEY SHAHMPANE)

Psycily (Mother of Poseidon EEA)

Albert visited Brent and Philip at their farm in Northern California to see their mares and was already planning to send Shanghai semen to the U.S. “When Albert first approached Philip and me about breeding Shanghai to the Enzo Worldwide mares and we were honoured,” adds Brent. We all decided we would partner together and breed four of our best mares to Shanghai EA once the frozen semen arrived in 2012 to the United States,” adds Philip. Enzo’s full sister Psycily, his two maternal sisters Lyla E by El Nabila B and Cristal El Pershahn by Pershahn El Jamaal and Enzo’s daughter Enjora E out of Mejora were

Enjora E - Mother of Engulo EEA

chosen to be bred to Shanghai EA. “The results has been a tremendous success and an amazing outcross. Shanghai EA consistently stamps his foals with extreme type, attitude and character. All the foals that we have today have incredible tail carriage and very correct feet and legs. Albert and I have a Shanghai EA foal due in March of 2017 out of a Laheeb daughter that could be the next World Champion,” shares Brent. In 2014 three colts and one filly were born and all definitely gorgeous. The only girl, Lyliann EEA out of Lyla E is yet to be shown but she we have plans to bred her this year. Phoenix EEA out of Psycily is a stunning colt was named 2014 and 2015 Silver Champion Futurity Colt at the Las Vegas Breeders World Cup. Phoenix’s just as amazing brother, Chiangmai EEA out of Cristal El Pershahn, was

Top Five in the same class as a two year old. With a tail female line to U.S. National Champion Kajora and a mesmerizing exterior Engulo EEA out of Enjora E) is probably the best of this cross and is currently on lease to Fontanella Magic Arabians in Italy. Engulo has won Engulo EEA as a weanling

Engulo EEA at the Citta di Castello Show Silver Junior Champion Colt 2015

numerous medals in 2016 including a gold medal the Palermo Cup Show. Giuesppe Fontanella adds â&#x20AC;&#x153;When thinking about Engulo, I think of his great sire, the legendary Shanghai EA, who I have followed at the shows since he was a foal. Born in California on the farm of Enzo Worldwide, Engulo has been living in Italy for a year and he is now at my stable of Pignataro

Engulo EEA Gold Champion Junior Colt at the Int. B Show in Palermo 2016

Maggiore. He is a young stallion, with the power of a show-machine. Since he arrived, Engulo has been growing day by day. Even his color is beautiful; when it becomes all white with his big black eyes, he will be even more special. So far, he has covered a group of mares of my Magic line and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure he will be a great reproducer. I really believe in this genetic cross 74

Engulo EEA (Shanghai EA x Enjora E)

Enrico Mearelli with Engulo EEA at the Show in Palermo 2016

Poseidon EEA

breeding program with the Fontanella Team. The year that has just ended he has given us a lot of satisfaction.” With the excitement and success surrounding these foals, two more mares were chosen to be bred the following year. Psycily one was chosen again and joining the Shanghai EA bridal party this time was the Regional Champion Enjoi E (Enzo x OSO Padova). Psycily produced another colt, Poseidon EEA, a Scottsdale SSS Auction Top Ten Colt and Silver Champion SSS Futurity Colt. However, it was Enjoi E’s son Enotri EEA who truly stole Philip’s, Brent’s and Albert’s heart. The winning ways of both Enzo and Shanghai EA were with this exceptional colt when he made his show ring debut at the 2016 Scottsdale International Show with Michael Byatt. He was named Reserve Champion Three-Year-Old Colt. “There is something very special about Enotri and he will have his place in the Arabian horse 78

EEA Scottsdale Signature Futurity Siver Champion

Poseidon EEA

Enotri EEA (Shanghai EA * Enjoi E by Enzo) bred by Enzo Worldwide and Equus Arabians

world,” says Michael. Enotri bred his first mares in 2016 and the entire team is anxiously awaiting the result. One of these mares is Monica PGA (Monogramm x Extra Special by Eukaliptus), to date one of Enzo Worldwide’s best broodmares. Being the dam of Scottsdale International Champions Edisson and SS Endorah, we can only expect great things from her future foal with Enotri. “With the infusion of blood from Shanghai EA and our newest Stallion Jiuliusz De Wiec, we no longer need to breed to outside stallions. As it stands now, Enotri has been one of our greatest achievements in the breeding barn and we are looking forward to seeing great things in the future from him,” shared Brent. One more filly was added to the partnership last year – Pshangrila EEA (Shanghai EA x Psystine by Ever After NA). She is an eye-catching filly that will be the talk of the town very soon. The partnership between Enzo Worldwide and Equus Arabians has heralded nothing but success and amazing quality; “With five Shanghai EA foals shown to date out of the six born

Phoenix EEA (Shanghai EA * Psycily by Padron Psyche) Silver Auction Champion Breeders World Cup Las Vegas, Bred and owned by Enzo Worldwiede and Equus Arabians

on our farm, we have five champions. I am very proud to say that the cross of Enzo Worldwide mares with Shanghai EA has been extremely successful for all of us and I am very excited for the next generations,” Philip adds. “In the future, Equus Arabians and Enzo Worldwide have big plans to breed some of the most beautiful horses in the world. Philip and I look forward to a lifelong friendship with Albert and Elena. When the four of us spend time together, it is just like being with family. There is a lot of love and laughter,” shares Brent with a smile. Sarah MacLean once said that the best partnerships aren’t dependent on a mere common goal but on a shared path of equality, desire, and no small amount of passion. Philip, Brent and Albert envisioned the greatness that the union of their breeding programs would give rise to long before the idea became a reality. Their partnership (I should actually say friendship) is based on a pure love for this breed and the fruits of their combined genius are evident in these seven outstanding individuals.

Albert and Philip in Barcellona Spain 2015

Cristal El Pershahn

Chingmai EEA (Shanghai EA * Cristal El Pershan) Top Five Colt Breeders World Cup Las Vegas

ENGULO EEA

SHANGHAI EA x ENJORA E

by ENZO

AL ANEED LDA

ALIXIR x ILLA MAGIDAA LDA by THEE DESPERADO straight Egyptian

MAGIC MON TRESOR WINDSPREES MIRAGE x AL AMRYA by BJ THEE MUSTAFA

MAGIC MON CHERI

VERSUS MAGIC x MAGIC MA CHERIE by WINDSPREES MIRAGE

AJ DOLCENGABBANA VERSACE x RGA KOURESS

by KOUVAY BEY

MAGIC ABAN

MAGIC MAGNIFIQUE x SWEETY by AL WHAID EL DINE

HANAYA KAMILL

KENZ ALBAYDAA x DESHA MALIKAH by LAHEEB AL NASSER

straight Egyptian

AJ NADAL

VAN GOGH AM x NYARA JC

by ZU NADIR I

JUMANCI OS

AJMAN MONISCIONE x PRAETORIA by KUBINEC

By Nakashen Valaitham

hen Sheikh Mohammed Bin Saud Al Qasimi , Albidayer Stud farm manager, Dawn Martin and resident trainer, Barry Shepherd were discussing what was to be the next step in their breeding program, they decided to breed a few of the Albidayer foundation mares to Al Zobair’s S.M.A. Magic One. They expected to see quality, however, with a seahorse-like face and exotic beauty evident from miles away, one filly truly stood out – Mozn Albidayer (S.M.A. Magic One x Mattaharii by Magnum Chall HVP). The Arabic name Mozn (pronounced Muz-n) means raincloud. “A promise is a cloud;

fulfillment is rain” is a proverb that was written many years ago, yet it remains so relevant for Mozn. A pedigree is the backbone to success and serves as a promise to what they may become. Mozn’s is a pedigree where super sires and aristocrats are found in every corner and crevice. She is sired by the sizeable, gorgeous grey stallion S.M.A. Magic One (Psytadel x Majidah Bint Pacha by AS Sinans Pacha. S.M.A. Magic brings something to Mozn’s pedigree that only a few can – the presence of two aristocrat broodmares. The first of these is the Midwest Station I bred and owned Arabian Breeders World Cup Dam

Mozn Albidayer after winning at the US Nationals with Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud Al Qasimi, Barry Shepherd, Dawn Martin and Michael Byatt

MOZN ALBIDAYER (S.M.A. Magic One * Mattaharii)

SMA MAGIC ONE (PSYTADEL * MAJIDAH BINT PACHA)

MATTAHARII (Magnum Chall HPV * Belindaa) mother of Mozn Albidayer

of Distinction, Bint Bey Shah (Bey Shah x Musk Angel Eyes by Sir Musk). It is her son Psytadel (x Padrons Psyche), recognized as one of the premier leading sires in Europe, who sired S.M.A. Magic One. It is through S.M.A. Magic One’s dam, Majidah Bint Pacha, that we find two crosses to the second aristocrat; the 1987 World Champion Junior Filly, Saskia RJ (Plakat x Barwna by Iridos). Her son, AS Sinans Pacha, sired Majidah Bint Pacha and her daughter, AS Kharima (grand dam of Majidah Bint Pacha), blessed S.M.A. Magic One with a tail female line to this prolific producer. S.M.A. Magic One gifted Mozn with size, finesse and charisma among other things, but it is the combination with her dam, U.S. Reserve National Champion Mattaharii (Magnum Chall HVP x Belindaa by Mishaah), that gave Mozn a powerful trot and a sublime look of beauty. Magnum Chall HVP was one of the most successful and revered sons of the leading sire of champions, Magnum Psyche. And it is through Magnum Psyche, that Mozn gets

her second cross to the legendary Padrons Psyche. Mattaharii’s dam, Belindaa, is a daughter of U.S. and Canadian National Champion, Mishaah. Belindaa’s dam is Bask Gazal (Bask x Gazal Poquita) and as we all know, the Bask daughters were some of the greatest producers of their time and are a valuable asset to any pedigree. In the entirety of Mozn’s pedigree, Bask makes an appearance eight times and Aswan a staggering 13 times. These, as well as every other individual in this pedigree, have bestowed countless layers of beauty, type and quality upon Mozn and one can conclude that her pedigree is truly a constellation of some of the most illustrious Arabian stars. Mozn Albidayer is the fulfillment of all that her pedigree promised - gobsmacking beauty and superstardom. I often refer to Mozn’s show ring stardom as a pathway paved with mostly gold and the occasional silver and bronze bricks. As a yearling, she made her show ring debut at the 2015 Ajman Show where she was named Gold Champion Yearling Filly and achieved the same feat

two months later at the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championships. Later that year, she made the journey to Europe and it was at the AHO Breeder’s Championships that she earned her third Gold title of the year. At the All Nations’ Cup, she cast a spell on the crowd (who voted her as Gold

try so hard and the groundwork as a foal really paid off. Winning Gold in Ajman and then Dubai was such a great moment, all my dreams for this filly were coming true and then Europe beckoned. To prove what a wonderful filly she is, I would go to the farm in France a day or so before each

Mozn Albidayer Silver Champion Junior Filly at the World Championship in Paris 2016

Champion) and was awarded the Silver medal. Her final appearance in 2015 was at the prestigious Salon du Cheval in Paris, where she faced some of her toughest competition; it was her enchanting beauty and captivating presence that saw her walk home with the Bronze Champion Yearling Filly title. Barry Shepherd has been training and preparing Mozn from day one; he perfectly led Mozn to all of her victories in 2015. “As a foal she was very shy and aloof. So after she was weaned I spent many hours gaining her confidence with walks around the farm so she could see and experience things. As time went by she became surer of herself. I believe she is very much a one person horse and during her early shows with me, she would always

Mozn Albidayer in Paris 2016

show and reconnect with her and she gave her all. Months of tedious schooling were not needed and at Paris, she shone brighter than the top of the Eiffel Tower. People, judges and trainers all followed her and it was obvious that Mozn, that once shy timid foal was born for greater glory. I’m so very

MOZN ALBIDAYER IN LAS VEGAS 2016

MOZN ALBIDAYER AND MICHAEL BYATT IN SCOTTSDALE 2016

proud that the breeding decision we wrote down on paper four years ago was a good one; one that bred a horse that has won on three continents and caused the world to fall in love all over again,” says Barry. In 2016, as a two year old, Mozn set her eyes upon the west and the decision was made to send her to Michael Byatt Arabians to be shown in North America. She made her American debut at Scottsdale and was named Champion 2 Year Old Filly. However, Mozn was determined to quench her thirst for more gold. It was at the Las Vegas World Cup that America, and the rest of the world, saw Mozn’s magic at its finest. Her incontestable performance saw her become the highest scoring female and the Gold Champion Junior Filly. After such

a magnanimous feat, Mozn was named Region 14 Champion 2 Year Old Filly and talk was that she was to take on Tulsa. The U.S. National Champion title is the ultimate achievement in North America and when Mozn burst into that arena, all eyes were on her. She set the ring alight and with those ever famous red roses adorned over her shoulders, she walked away 2016 U.S. National Champion Junior Filly. “Mozn is not the easiest character to be around for she somewhat dictates to everyone around her how SHE thinks the day should go. And the people in her life have for a large part given way to her thoughts, because they were really strong. Mozn is such a beautiful horse; it’s hard for me to imagine how she doesn’t win every show,

Mozn Albidayer in Chantilly with Dawn Martin and Barry Shepherd

every time. But again, the people around her enjoyed her beauty so much it never came down to what other people thought as much as what her owner, her manager, her trainers thoughts; she was always enough and more for everyone around her. Yes, we wanted her to win anytime she entered the arena but she was, and is, so great we were thankful for the chance to be with her and to know her. Whether she won or not it was still a privilege to be involved,” adds Michael. Audrey Hepburn once said “Paris is always a good idea” and with a filly of Mozn’s caliber, it certainly is. She once again made her way to Europe to Schoukens Training Center to be shown in Paris. With Tom Schoukens at her side, Mozn’s undeniable femininity, authentic Arabian type and sheer elegance coupled with her powerful trot and tail carriage fit for a war culminated in a spinechilling display of beauty that saw her end her two-year-old show career as the 2016 World Silver Champion Junior Filly. “I think everybody that comes across Mozn takes a moment to stare at her undeniable beauty. If there is one filly everybody has been talking about in the last 2 years it for sure was her. I had the privilege to show her last year in Paris where she took the Silver medal. She only arrived 3 weeks prior to the show, so we didn’t have a lot of time to truly work with each other. Needless to say, I am really

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excited to show her again in Europe this year! Mozn is really the type of horse that I like, extremely pretty, elegant, tall with lots of attitude and character. I do hope 2017 will be the year she truly shines, she really deserves that!” said Tom. Going back to the above mentioned proverb, did Mozn Albidayer, like rain, fulfill all the promises many saw in her? The answer is a huge YES! Genotypically, she has the makings to become an amazing producer and we can be certain that in 2017 Albidayer Stud will capitalize on this. Phenotypically, the proof is in the pudding; like an aging bottle of wine Mozn is blossoming, heightening in quality with each passing year. What Mozn has accomplished in the show ring in a matter of two years is astonishing to say the least. It is without a doubt that we can expect Mozn to continue dazzling crowds and judges alike, adding followers to her global fan base, giving us goosebumps in ‘pasture attire’ or ‘show ring makeup’ and paving her pathway of superstardom with many a golden brick. Michael Byatt said it perfectly: “It is clear that regardless of the fickle nature of horse shows, she will be revered and loved for all the right reasons. And that her owner will be rewarded not only by her, but that of the future generations that Mozn Albidayer will leave with the Arabian horse community.”

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D AJAYEB

RFI FARID x LADI VERONIKA Owner: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

D SERAJ

FA EL RASHEEM x LADI VERONIKA Owner: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD

AJ SAWARI

MARWAN AL SHAQAB x SIBERIA SA Owner: AJMAN STUD

AJ AZZAM

AJ MARDAN x YSADORA Owner: Ajman stud

DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA

DA VALENTINO x RD FABREANNA Owner: AL SAQRAN ARABIANS HORSE STUD

SHANGHAI EA

WH JUSTICE x SALYMAH Owner: Ajman stud

Photo By Joelle MÃ¼ller

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nder the High Patronage of His Majesty Mohammed VI, King of Morocco, the World Arabian Horse Championships have been working incessantly for 36 years to promote Arabian horse industry and upgrade breed’s standards. Held from the 25th to the 27th of November 2016 at the historical Salon du Cheval in Paris, the most beautiful and romantic city in the world, thousands of Arabian enthusiasts around the globe swarmed into this unique experience. As a combination of equine talent and beauty, the World Arabian Horse Championships gathered more than 120 exceptional horses representing 20 nations. For this 36th edition, 220 trophies were awarded. Highly motivated owners, breeders and handlers brought the event to life during 3 days of competition and passion. The elegance of the show ring was echoed in the sumptuous seating areas, and the highkicking, awaiting horde. Spectators had travelled from all over the world to celebrate the crowning of a new array of Champions. Photographers thronged in and around arenas and work areas just the way ‘paparazzi’ would do on a Fashion week, however, here, in an everything Arabian kind of style. Each entry was brilliantly conditioned, carried out, and presented irrespective of their owner, handler, or country they competed for. La crème de la crème of the Arabian horses was going to seduce the equestrian catwalk of Paris soon and so it was! The judges for this 36th edition of the World Arabian Horse Championships were: Mrs. Maria Annaratore Ferraroni from Italy; Mr. Cedes Bakker from Netherlands; Mr.

Manfred Hain from Germany; Mr. Ahmed Hamza from Egypt; Mr. Murillo Kammer from Brazil; Mrs. Ann Norden from Sweden; Mr. Richard Petty from the United States and Mr. Graham Smith from Australia. Distinguished Disciplinary Commissioners were: Mrs. Teresa de Borbon from Spain; Dr. Malak Benamar from Morocco; Dr. Abdel Wahab ben Ali Amira from the United Arab Emirates and Mr. Jean-Bernard Kupaj from France. The show Committee this year was resolute in making everyone feel welcome and appreciated, and they were successful in reaching this purpose. The show started with the qualifying classes for the females. A spectacular yearling class was up first, divided in group A and B. The A group was clearly won with a total of 92.17 points by the very refined and showy bay HDM MARIA APAL (RFI FARID x WW IMANIA-APAL) bred by Eleonore Mertens, owned by Ajman Stud and presented by Handler Frank Sponle. Runners up in this class were two fillies, both scoring a total of 91.75 points: the very typey bay ANWAR AL SHAHANIA (KAHIL AL SHAQAB x SIERRA TANGO TT) bred and owned by Al Shahania Stud and presented by Handler Tom Oben; and the grey MADINAT AL BAYDAA (RFI FARID x TS MADELEINE) bred by Ahmed Fathy Al Talawy, owned by Al Baydaa Stud and presented by Handler Privilege SFQ. Note that ANWAR AL SHAHANIA was also higher score in movement, whilst MADINAT AL BAYDAA was in addition awarded with the Best Head Trophy!

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The B-section yearling fillies was again a tough class with the top three scoring quite close in points. The final winner of the class was the gorgeous and ultra sophisticated grey D AJAYEB (RFI FARID x LADI VERONIKA) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and presented by Handler Paolo Capecci. With a total of 93.58 points she was too strong for the other yearling fillies. D AJAYEB was also awarded with the Best Head Trophy! Second in this class with a total of 92.75 points was the incredible bay BELLADONNA AT (WADEE AL SHAQAB x OM EL BELLATRIX) bred by Adel Ali Bin Ali, owned by Al Thumama Stud and presented by Handler Tom Oben. At the third position in this class with a total of 92.00 points was the bay LOULOU AL NASSER (RFI FARID x RIHAB AL NASSER) bred by H.E. Sheikh Nawaf Bin Nasser Al Thani, owned by Al Nasser Stud and presented by Handler Glenn Schoukens. Next to go was the class of junior female aged two and three years old. Class winner with a total of 92.83 points was the wonderful grey MAI ALJASSIMYA (FA EL RASHEEM x RP MISS SURPRISE) bred and owned by Al Jassimya Farm and presented by Handler Giacomo Capacci. Second in this class with a total of 92.42 points was the ethereal g r e y MOZN AL B I D AY E R (S.M.A. M A G I C ONE x

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MATTAHARII) bred by Sheikh Mohammed Saoud Sultan Al Qassimi, owned by Albidayer Stud and presented by Handler Tom Schoukens. MOZN AL BIDAYER was also awarded with the Beast Head Trophy! Third in this class with a total of 91.92 points was the far-fetched grey MALIKAT AL MOLUK (MAMELUCK x ASALAT AL HALA) bred by Halawa Khader, owned by Al Khashab Arabians â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mubarak Al Khashab - and presented by Handler Frederik Van Sas. The B-section of the junior fillies showed a clear winner; the beautiful grey BINT HAZY AL KHALEDIAH (EL PALACIO VO x HAZY AL KHALEDIAH) bred by HRHP KHALID BIN SULTAN BIN ABDUL AZIZ AL SAUD, owned by Al Khashab Arabians, Mubarak Al Khashab, presented by Handler Frederik Van Sas and scoring a total of 92.58 points. Second in this class with a total of 92.08 points, the very successful chestnut ELLE FLAMENCA (AJMAN MONISCIONE x ALLAMARA MA) bred by Markelle Arabians, owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and presented by Handler Paolo Capecci. ELLE FLAMENCA was also awarded with the Best Head trophy! Third in the class with a total of 91.58 points was the grey GALERIDA (SHANGHAI EA x GALILEA) bred and owned by Standing Kona Michelob and presented by Handler Marias Mickiewicz. The show continued with the senior mares aged four and more years old. Again a class full of fantastic mares. Winners from every continent all came to compete with the best of the world. Each ready to take the crown. It was the unrivalled beautiful chestnut DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA (DA VALENTINO x RD FABREANNA) bred by Dan and Maureen Grossman, owned by Al Saqran Stud and presented by Handler Paolo Capecci who took the lead

with a fantastic total of 93,92 points. This extraordinary mare was also awarded with the Best Head Trophy! Second in the class with a total of 91.67 points, the incredible grey WIEZA MARCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;A (QR MARC x WIEZA MARZEN) bred by Stadnina Koni Michalow, owned by Sinus Arabian Stud and presented by Handler Glenn Schoukens. At the third position with 91.50 points the very typey grey AJA EUROPA (AJA JUSTIFIED x HB MARAIS) bred by Mr. and Mme. Hickford, owned by the Royal Cavalry of Oman and presented by Handler Franck Cibois. Next to go was the B-section of senior mares. Here was the very charismatic and Beast Head grey mare TEHAMA BALLALINA (TEHAMA NA SIDAQA x JJ SHAI MAJESTIC QUEEN) bred by L Ferguson, owned by Al Zobair Stud and presented by Handler Tom Schoukens, who took the class win with a total of 93.67points. Second and third placed mares in this class were respectively: with a total of 92.33 points, the grey FAHERA (TS APOLO x EPY) bred by Giudice Lo Vito, owned by Al Shiraa Stables and presented by Handler David Pujalt. Third placed mare with 92.00 points, the grey EMMONA (MONOGRAMM x EMILDA) bred and owned by Stadnina Koni Michalow and presented by Handler Mariusz Liskiewicz. The next day it was time for the colts and stallions. The show started in the morning with the yearling class. This class was divided into two sections - A & B which

appeared to be unnecessary in the end, since only five yearling colts participated in the first group. A strong class though, with the big moving bay MANSOUR AM (EKS ALIHANDRO x ABHA PALMA) leading the class with a total of 91.25 points. A great result for his breeder and owner of Al Mohamadia Stud and his Handler Privilege SFQ. Second in this class with 91.08 points was the handsome bay PHARAOH HBV (PSYCHE HBV x RFI SOPHIE ALMAKTUB) bred by Cury Luciano, owned by Al Baydaa Stud and presented by Handler Privilege SFQ. This colt was also awarded with the Beast Head Trophy! The third position with 91.00 points was for the gorgeous bay EOS APOLLO (LAWRENCE EL GAZAL x ANNOU EL WUOTAN) bred by EOS Arabians UG, owned by Al Sahra Stud and presented by Handler Glenn Schoukens. The second group of yearling colts counted only four participants. Again a good class with the striking grey D SERAJ (FA EL RASHEEM x LADI VERONIKA) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and presented by

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Handler Paolo Capecci - winning his class with a total of 93.58 points. This jewel of a colt was also awarded with the Beast Head Trophy! Second in this class with 91.25 points was the gorgeous and exotic grey JAAL AL JASSIMYA (WH JUSTICE x ANNAISS) bred by Sheikh Jassim Khalifa Al Thani, owned by Al Jassimya Farm and presented by Handler Glenn Schoukens. Third with 91.17 points was the bay IMHOTEP RACH (RHR MARCEDES x ISIS RACH) bred by Rach Stud Adropecuaria, owned by Al Mamlkah Farm and presented by Handler Philippe Hosay. The colt classes aged two and three years old were huge classes and divided in section A and B. Winner of the A class with 93.42 points was the handsome bay LUIGI (KANZ ALBIDAYER x LOLITA) bred by Danielle Saelens, owned by Al Shahania Stud and presented by Handler Tom Oben. Luigi was also awarded with the Beast Head Trophy! At the second position with 91.17 points was the very typey bay AMAAR AL NASSER (EKS ALIHANDRO x REMAL AL NASSER) bred by H.E. Sheikh Nawaf Bin Nasser Al Thani, owned by Al Nasser Stud and presented by Handler Glenn Schoukens. Third in this class with 90.83 points was the gleaming chestnut TCHAATA INIZIATO (INIZIO x AVALON JUST MYWENN) bred by Philippe Ascaso, owned by Lys d’Or Arabians and presented by Bernat Tolra. Excitement was everywhere in the next B- section colts class. The handsome bay GALLARDO J came in and rocked the scene. With a total of 92.83 points, Gallardo J (EMERALD J x GOMERA J) bred by Christine JamarDemeersseman, owned by Ajman Stud and presented by Handler Frank Spoenle – took the lead in this class and was also awarded with the Beat Head Trophy! The second place with a total of 92.00 points was for the very showy bay GHAZWAN ALJASSIMYA (MARWAN AL SHAQAB x ATHINA EL JAMAAL) bred and owned by Al Jassimya Farm and presented by Handler Giacomo Capacci. Scoring 91.92 points and securing a third place was the well-

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balanced and typey chestnut FALAH AL SHAQAB (FADI AL SHAQAB x JOSEPH JUST EMOTION) – bred and owned by Al Shaqab Stud and presented by Handler Paolo Capecci. The senior stallion classes are always a spectacle. Beautiful stallions at the start of their breeding career were presented to the crowd. The A-group put up a great fight for the throne. Winner of the class with a total of 94.25 points was the stunning bay EKS ALIHANDRO (MARWAN AL SHAQAB x OFW PSYLHOUETTE) bred by BROWN WILLIE, owned by Athbah Stud and presented by Handler Giacomo Capacci. Second in this class with 92.83 points was the ultra-typey and showy bay SULTAN AL ZOBARA (GAZAL AL SHAQAB x INRA AL SHAQAB) bred by Al Misnad Abdullah, owned by Al Thumama Stud and presented by Handler Tom Oben. SULTAN AL ZOBARA was also well deserved awarded with the Best Head Trophy! Third in this class with 91.00 points was the luminous chestnut DZHAI NUNKI (PIWOSZ x SOLVIA DE PRAZILIA) bred by Jean-Jacques and Felicité Savenier, owned by Nunki Arabians and presented by Handler Bernat Tolra. The last class of the day was the senior stallions group B. Another exciting group of stallions who have won numerous shows all over the world. Now they were all here in Paris, finding out who was the best of the best. And it was a close call! Winning the class with 93.58 points was the extraordinary burn chestnut IM BAYARD CATHARE (PADRONS IMMAGE x SHAMILAH BAGHEERA) bred by Richard Roques, owned by the Royal Cavalry of Oman and presented by Handler Franck Cibois. IM BAYARD CATHARE was also awarded with the Best Head trophy! Scoring 91.25 points and putting up a great performance was the grey LVA MAXIMUS (ESPANO ESTOPA x CHALLON SALANA) bred by Virginia Rown, owned by

Al Hamad Stud and presented by Handler Miles Buckley. LVA MAXIMUS was also higher score in type! Third in this class with 91.25 points was the grey WH YORK (MARWAN AL SHAQAB x WH MONECA REN) bred by Wendell P Hansen, owned by Al Arab Stud and presented by Handler Glenn Schoukens. The Sunday was dedicated to the Final Championships and special awards. The best of the best returned to the ring to claim the Title of Titlesâ&#x20AC;¦ World Champion Arabian horse! The yearling filly championships were on first. All of them related to RFI FARID! What says something about the quality of this sire but also about how we are slowly narrowing the breed. Yearling filly gold medal champion was awarded to the gorgeous grey D AJAYEB (RFI FARID x LADI VERONIKA) bred and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud and presented by Handler Paolo Capecci. The Silver medal was awarded to the lovely bay HDM MARIA APAL (RFI FARID x WW IMANIA-APAL) bred by Eleonore Mertens, owned by Ajman Stud and presented by Handler Frank Sponle. The beautiful grey MADINAT AL BAYDAA (RFI FARID x TS MADELEINE) bred by Ahmed Fathy Al Talawy, owned by Al Baydaa Stud and presented by Handler Privilege SFQ claimed the bronze medal. The junior filly championships was an amazing group of high quality fillies, however there was one that clearly stood out from all of them and was awarded with the Gold medal! This honor went to the bay MAI ALJASSIMYA (FA EL RASHEEM x RP MISS SURPRISE) of Al Jassimya

Farm! The silver medal was awarded to the beautiful grey MOZN AL BIDAYER (S.M.A. MAGIC ONE x MATTAHARII) bred by Sheikh Mohammed Saoud Sultan Al Qassimi and owned by Albidayer Stud! Leaving the bronze medal for the grey BINT HAZY AL KHALEDIAH ( EL PALACIO VO x HAZY AL KHALEDIAH9 bred by HRHP KHALID BIN SULTAN BIN ABDUL AZIZ AL SAUD and owned by Al Khashab Arabians, Mubarak Al Khashab. Off it went with the senior females. The final winner of the Gold Medal was the ultra-refined chestnut DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA (DA VALENTINO X RD FABREANNA) bred by Dan & Maureen Grossman and owned by Al Saqran Stud. DONNA MOLTA BELLA looked fantastic in Paris! I do not think there will soon be a mare good enough to challenge her as she is so close to perfection! Winner of the silver medal was the extremely typey grey TEHAMA BALLALINA (TEHAMA NA SIDAQA x JJ SHAI MAJESTIC QUEEN) bred by L. Ferguson and owned by Al Zobair Stud. Leaving the bronze medal for the just as gorgeous grey AJA EUROPA (AJA JUSTIFIED x HB MARAIS) bred by Mr. and M.me Hickford and owned by the Royal Cavalry of Oman. The yearling colt championships showed the future of the Arabian breed. The gold medal of the yearling colts went to the grey D SERAJ (FA EL RASHEEM x LADI VERONIKA) for Dubai Arabian Horse Stud who had a great show this weekend! The silver medal went to the grey JAAL AL JASSIMYA (WH JUSTICE x ANNAISS) bred by Sheikh Jassim Khalifa Al Thani and owned by Al Jassimya Farm.

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Leaving the bronze medal to the gorgeous bay MANSOUR AM (EKS ALIHANDRO x ABHA PALMA) for the joy of his breeder and owner Al Mohamadia Stud. MANSOUR AM was also Higher score in qualification class results! Next to go was the championships of the junior stallions. All young and potential breeding stallions aiming for the crown. This was given to the fantastic bay GALLARDO J (EMERALD J x GOMERA J) who gave the perfect performance that weekend and who already knew he was there to win, the minute he entered the arena! I believe a bright future is awaiting this special young stallion! A great victory for his breeder Danielle Saelens and his owner Al Shahania Stud. The bay LUIGI (KANZ ALBIDAYER x LOLITA ) was named silver medal winner, while the final bronze medal went to the bay GHAZWAN ALJASSIMYA (MARWAN AL SHAQAB x ATHINA EL JAMAAL) for Al Jassimya Farm! The last championship of the day was of the senior stallions. Important breeding stallions of the modern Arabian horse breeding were competing for the World Champion title. In between them was also the incredible bay SULTAN AL ZOBARA (GAZAL AL SHAQAB x INRA AL SHAQAB) for Al Thumama Stud! He is a gorgeous stallion who could still win anywhere in the world but this time was here to claim his title of silver champion stallion! A title well deserved! The gold medal for the World Champion Senior stallion went to the ultra-refined bay EKS ALIHANDRO (MARWAN AL SHAQAB x OFW PSYLHOUETTE) for Athbah Stud. What to say about EKS ALIHANDRO? He is indeed a striking stallion with a close to perfect body, long neck and super type who also presented himself with a an elegant trot and combined with his long fairytale mane captured the hearts of many. The bronze medal was given to the great show horse IM BAYARD CATHARE (PADRONS IMMAGE x SHAMILAH BAGHEERA) for the joy of his owner the Royal Cavalry of Oman! Besides the ‘normal’ championships, there was also a Platinum Championship to be given. The honor of Platinum Champion Stallion went to ROYAL COLOURS (TRUE COLOURS x XTREME WONDER) bred by Sherry and Mathew Zischkau and owned by Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Whilst the World Platinum Championship Mare award was given to the ethereal grey CR JASMEENAH (WH JUSTICE x FFORGET-MENOT) bred by CAROLE ANNE RATCLIFFE and owned by Al Jassimya Farm. There were also other trophies that were given at this 36th edition of the world championships in Paris. Best movement female: 2016 World Champion Female DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA (DA VALENTINO x RD FABREANNA) - Al Saqran Stud. Best movement male: 2016 World Champion Male EKS ALIHANDRO (MARWAN AL SHAQAB x OFW PSYLHOUETTE) - Athbah Stud. EKS ALIHANDRO was prized also with the Highest Score in the World Championship award! Best Sire in the show: RFI FARID (RFI Maktub x RFI Fayara El Shiraz) – Jadem Arabians. The Best Dam in the Show award went to Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Best Breeder/Owner: Dubai Arabian Horse Stud. Best Straight Egyptian Male: ADHAM SAQR (IMPERIAL MADORI x AMEERA SAQR) - El Farida Stud. What a magnificent show the Paris World Championships were last November! It was once again a superlative edition and a first-class ending of the 2016 European show season. I wish everyone a great Christmas holiday and a happy and prosperous 2017! See you again next year with other stellar Champions!

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Yearling Fillies D AJAYEB - RFI FARID X LADI VERONIKA

POINTS | 27.00

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD HDM MARIA APAL - RFI FARID X WW IMANIA-APAL

POINTS | 17.00

OWNER: AJMAN STUD MADINAT AL BAYDAA - RFI FARID X TS MADELEINE

OWNER: AL BAYDAA STUD

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POINTS | 7.00

Yearling Colts D SERAJ - FA EL RASHEEM X LADI VERONIKA

POINTS | 32.00

OWNER: DUBAI ARABIAN HORSE STUD JAAL AL JASSIMYA - WH JUSTICE X ANNAISS

POINTS | 8.00

OWNER: AL JASSIMYA FARM MANSOUR AM - EKS ALIHANDRO X ABHA PALMA

POINTS | 6.00

OWNER: AL MOHAMADIA STUD

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Junior Fillies MAI ALJASSIMYA - FA EL RASHEEM X RP MISS SURPRISE

POINTS | 22.00

OWNER: AL JASSIMYA FARM MOZN AL BIDAYER - S.M.A. MAGIC ONE X MATTAHARII

POINTS | 15.00

OWNER: ALBIDAYER STUD BINT HAZY AL KHALEDIAH - EL PALACIO VO X HAZY AL KHALEDIAH

OWNER: AL KHASHAB ARABIANS, MUBARAK AL KHASHAB

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POINTS | 14.00

Junior Colts GALLARDO J - EMERALD J X GOMERA J

POINTS | 22.00

OWNER: AJMAN STUD LUIGI - KANZ ALBIDAYER X LOLITA

POINTS | 21.00

OWNER: AL SHAHANIA STUD GHAZWAN ALJASSIMYA - MARWAN AL SHAQAB X ATHINA EL JAMAAL

POINTS | 10.00

OWNER: AL JASSIMYA FARM

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Senior Mares DONNA MOLTA BELLA SRA - DA VALENTINO X RD FABREANNA

POINTS | 24.00

OWNER: AL SAQRAN STUD TEHAMA BALLALINA - TEHAMA NA SIDAQA X JJ SHAI MAJESTIC QUEEN

POINTS | 15.00

OWNER: AL ZOBAIR STUD AJA EUROPA - AJA JUSTIFIED X HB MARAIS

OWNER: ROYAL CAVALRY OF OMAN.

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POINTS | 5.00

Senior Stallions EKS ALIHANDRO - MARWAN AL SHAQAB X OFW PSYLHOUETTE

POINTS | 32.00

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Interview by Sonja Smaldone Hello Mrs. Christine Jamar! Thank you very much for accepting our interview. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s start from the very beginning.

to Arabians. We bought a Crabbet horse each in Holland in 1978 to start breeding with, little knowing it would develop into the enterprise that it is today.

When did you start taking an interest in the Arabian horse breed? In my youth I first fell in love with an Arabian gelding that lived at the local riding stables. At that time I liked to showjump, but in 1978 when I was just about to get married to Guy and he was worried about my getting hurt so we agreed that I would stop jumping and switch

We do know that you and your husband Guy are the proud owners of Jadem Arabians in the picturesque town of Balen, Belgium. How did all start? And whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your typical day like at the Stud? I check my WhatsApp the moment I wake up! Certainly before breakfast, to see what I have to deal with immediately. Then I go to the computer to deal with those urgent matters. My first destination outside is always the

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broodmare and foal barn to look at the foals and heavily pregnant mares, and maybe even a new arrival. Then I walk over to the training barn and talk to the staff to make sure everything is OK with both horses and people. After that I walk around the farm with the dogs looking at the fencing and remembering all those things which should be done soon to keep the farm well managed - is the fencing all OK ? Are those trees now overhanging too far ? After this I go back to the office to deal with the administration. Then in the afternoon we often welcome visitors to see the horses. It is always a full day at Jadem Arabians. In the night, we always help our mares to give birth and nursing their foal.

At what age did you become a judge? I became a Warmblood judge in my late thirties and was then asked 2 years later by the Belgian Association to come on to the Arabian panel. At that time there was no exam for this, which I thought was not correct. I asked them to start an exam at this time, before I would join the panel. They did and I joined ! What qualities and specific skills are needed to become a competent, mindful judge? To be a judge you must first know about horses in general, not just Arabian horses. You must know how they function, what their skeletal and muscular structure is, how that moves when they move and also how their mind works. You have to always be ready to learn and study more

Amongst all of your stallions, which one has meant a lot more to you and why? Ekstern. Ekstern was both the true Arabian that you read about when you were a child, the horse that is your friend and companion and he was also an amazing breeding horse. He took my program forward five generations in one go, stamping his short head, charming expression, short back and dynamic movement onto three breeding seasons of foals. I also remember with great fondness the Bandos son Pyrrus. For riding he was my perfect companion. Who are today your foundation mares? My foundation mares were bought when I switched my program to Polish lines in the early 1990â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. The two that have come to define my program the most are from Gwana by Pasat and the Bandos daughter Morning Light VF. I now have bred five generations from this starting point.

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about the horse â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you should know more than, or at least the same amount as the person who brings a horse to be shown under you.

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You learn more by listening and talking to people. I learnt much about horses from my grandfather who was breeding Warmbloods. I have also been a shadow judge for 10 years with one of the best Warmblood judges of The Netherlands. From him I learned most of the function and construction of a good horse. I learnt much about Arabians especially from talking to the Directors of State Studs. I also learnt things myself from showjumping and as breeder. What are the most relevant things when judging a horse and which factors do affect your judgment in practice? The horse must at first appear attractive as a whole picture, the first impression is always important. Afterwards, if you like the whole horse as a single unit that works in

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harmony, you can check it for details of correctness. I do like good movement and good eyes, they are both parts of that first good impression. So, do the most deserving horses in terms of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s standards really win? This is a delicate subject ! Sometimes I see a horse which I believe is superior and it just does not win. This is the dark side of showing. If you could change anything in the current system of judgment, what would it be? Personally I like the points system, if you use it correctly it works. Perhaps I would prefer to change some judges, not the system !

To what extent do you think your specific knowledge and professional experience as a Belgian native judge may, in some ways, distinguish you from other judges who have different professional and breeding skills? I think nationality has nothing to do with it. If I have a distinguishing feature it is that I am always judging. Whenever I see a horse I cannot help assessing its function and asking myself questions. If it is a stallion I wonder could I use this stallion, what would it improve in my mares ? If it is mare, I think what would I breed this too. It keeps it exciting for me, I always want to see the next horse. What has been your biggest success so far? It is clearly Gallardo J, last years triple Crown winner. He owned by Sheikh Ammar Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi of Ajman Stud but the result of my Polish breeding program – which I started 25 years ago. Which Show has been the most crucial one to you? Shows for me are a necessary evil, you have to assess your own stock in public, but I do not really enjoy them. Even when they win, my overwhelming emotion is relief and not enthusiasm to go to the next show. For me the breeders excitement is to see the babies being born. Away from home and your family…..How do you cope with that? I am happy to travel, I find a compromise with my husband to create a balance that works for us. You have to keep travelling to see horses to keep yourself updated if you are breeder. Seeing new horses all the time is enriching. If you stay at home all the time you get stuck in your ways. What are the positive and negative aspects of being a Judge? (Travel, time exposure, and so on) Really for me there are not negatives, maybe it’s a bit tiring but this is not important. What is your favorite Arabian horse destination to travel to? Saudi Arabia. I have visited regularly for a long time now and I like the pace of things there. In particular I like the old style of seeing horses in the desert amongst the tents as you used to at Al Khalediah. The Arabian horse market has become increasingly difficult. What do you think it should be said with reference to this? Too many people with no knowledge horses are marketing them. Bad advisors lose new breeders very quickly and they leave the Arabians.

What advice would you give to those who want to embark on this adventure of becoming a Judge? Before you start judging you must be sure of yourself and your horse knowledge. You have to have day to day experience of horses in their relaxed / non show state to know how they work. Things like looking at legs every day as they walk out to the field at home give you a basic knowledge that you cannot learn from a book. You also get to know how their minds work which is important. You cannot – or should not - be a judge without being a breeder of being involved with horses every day. Can you tell us the funniest episode has ever happened to you over the last few years? Quite a few years ago I went out to dinner in Jordan with Mutlak to celebrate a successful show for AL Khalediah at the show there.. We went to a Lebanese restaurant and he asked what food I liked. In order to not be fussy I said “everything” . And so he ordered everything. Every dish on the menu. I did not realize and I was hungry so I ate a lot of the first dishes that arrived. But more kept arriving, again and again and for politeness it was necessary to taste something from each dish, sheeps testicles you name it I had to eat it and appear to enjoy it. Guy was laughing so much but I was unable to move at the end of the meal. What are your plans for the future? My plan is simple and is often the same. I have to find next stallion to take my breeding program forward ! We would be very pleased if you could leave a final message to us and to the entire Arabian Horse world community…. Keep your eyes and ears open you never know what you will find. Also remember that you never know it all, there is always something else to learn.

Thanks a lot for your interview Christine! We are looking forward to seeing you judge in the most important Arabian horse shows in the world and wish you all the best in your future endeavors…

JADEM ARABIANS BVBA Guy & Christine Jamar-Demeersseman Berkensingel 24, 2490 Balen - Belgium Tel: 0032 (0) 14.81.24.62 - Fax: 0032 (0) 14.81.24.22 www.christine-jamar.be

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ne of the most beautiful mares on the European circuit the past couple of years – and surely one of the most underrated – is Fahera. Bred in Italy, this ethereal nine-year-old grey has that wonderful quality that makes you stop and look whenever she enters the show-ring. In Paris 2016, Fahera just missed out on a World Championship title, and it is surely just as matter of time before she receives this richly-deserved award. Bred in Italy by Vito Lo Giudice, Fahera is now owned by Al Shira’aa Arabians in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, who fell for her charms while she was a younger mare. Fahera is now an important part of Al Shira’aa’s show team, and it is easy to see why. Her sire is TS Apolo, a stallion that incorporates Egyptian, Polish and a good dash of Gainey breeding into his pedigree. Foaled in 2003, TS Apolo is by TS Don Brave (AF Don Giovani x BF Tiffany Select by BF Rageymazon). His dam is the Ali Jamaal (Ruminaja Ali x Heritage Memory by El Magato) daughter, Fairness FHP, a double Aladdinn (Nureddin x Lalage by Gerwazy) mare being out of GAP North Nessy (Northerlei x Ambrlight by Aladdinn). Looking to Fahera’s damline, we have the mare Epy who combines Polish and Russian damlines with an infusion of Egyptian.

Epy is by the Pentari (Partner x Nitouche by Pohaniec) son, Murisch (ex Murika by Manneki out of Murama). Epy’s dam is Zira (Achnaton S x Levadia by Komplekt). Kompletkt was a son of Patron (Negatiw x Provincia by Priboj), the foundation of the most enduring sirelines in modern day history. Fahera was always beautiful, but it is her winning ways from 2014 that caught the eye of Al Shira’aa Arabians. At the Travagliato International B Show in her native Italy, Fahera won her class and took the Gold

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Senior Female Championship. She added to this a second Gold Championship that year, this time at the Italian National Championship in Citta di Castello. At the Italian A Show in Verona, Fahera took the Silver Senior Female title, and she ended her year World Top Ten. By now, Al Shira’aa Arabians were one of a growing number of people taking a special interest in this beautiful, brilliant moving young mare. Before the 2015 Bruges International Show, Fahera was sold to Al Shira’aa and her first show for them, in a phenomenally tough class in Bruges, saw her place fifth. At the 2015 European Championships in Verona, Fahera placed fourth. 2016 saw Fahera compete for the first time in the Middle East, and she took the Bronze Senior Female Championship at the Sharjah International Festival. From there, she went to the Mediterranean & Arab Countries Championship, held on the beaches of Menton, and she won her class in style. Come the championships, Fahera just missed out on a medal, finishing fourth. Her final show in 2016 was the Paris World Championships and she showed her true style, taking second place in a very strong mare class. Again, Fahera would be the bridesmaid come the championship, taking fourth place once more. 2016 was also an important year for Fahera and Al Shira’aa as she produced for them an enchanting filly by the multiple-champion Emerald J (QR Marc x Emandoria). The whole team is thrilled with Fahera’s first foal for them. Above all, Fahera is a true white swan – so regal and elegant, and she has such charisma. With handler David Pujalt by her side, 150

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Fahera comes to life the moment that she enters the show-ring, displaying beautiful Arabian type combined with the power of an incredible mare. Fahera certainly falls in the category of ‘one to watch’. If you have not yet seen her, she will amaze you and capture your heart. For those already converted, we know that it is only a matter of time before she is right up there in the championship spotlights once more, winning the titles that she truly does deserve.

“I saw Fahera for the first time in Paris 2014 in the collecting ring, and she immediately caught my eye with her attitude. I found her very special and her look that day remained in my mind for a long time... So afterwards when she was offered to us, I could instantly picture her joining the Al Shira’aa collection. “I remember the first time I showed her, just after four days after I had her for the first time in my hands. It was in Bruges, and we placed fifth; not such an inspiring beginning. I was a little bit disappointed, as she was boring

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and didn’t express herself. I didn’t know the mare and I didn’t know exactly how to bring out the look that she had a year ago at the world Championships. We didn’t perform well, and this was reflected in the result. “Soon, when I could spend more time with her, I discovered that Fahera was such an interesting and smart creature. She made me understand pretty quickly that the most important was to make her happy! She knew the job, so she just needed to have fun, which we did, and then the good results started to 156

come. “Fahera won some titles at shows, as already mentioned in this feature. These included Bronze Senior Female Champion in Sharjah and class winner in Menton. She also placed second in Chantilly, and there were many more highlights besides. With the good results, we both started to have fun in the ring. “Fahera is such a reliable mare, and I always know she will give her best. This allows me to relax a little and enjoy the moment. Fahera

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has also made me better as a handler and she also gave me many satisfying moments. I could not ask her for more.” David Pujalt, Trainer and handler at Al Shira’aa Arabians “Currently Fahera is the most beautiful daughter of TS Apolo. She is so much like her sire, with a graceful femininity. In my 158

personal view, I love Fahera and will always be a great admirer of her. My congratulations go to the owner who manages her with love! “TS Apolo remains one of the most beautiful, exotic horses who has lived in Italy, and I am proud to have imported him to my country. I am equally proud that I have given him to the Royal Stables of the King of Morocco. Very soon, I will have a product of TS Apolo with one of my best mares. I have always been optimistic about TS Apolo, and surely

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he will not disappoint me.” Pippo Palumbo “My first encounter with Fahera, when she arrived, was very exciting, mainly because of her gentle nature. She is a very sensitive horse who needs a lot of attention, especially when she travels. “I think that now everyone knows her charisma, her amazing movement… She is just a show horse to admire.

“Fahera is a mare who have fun to work with because she is always ready to give all of herself in training, leaving nothing behind. She loves being at shows and especially likes it when she gets noticed! This is Fahera: a beautiful mare that many breeders would love to have in their herds of purebred Arabian horses. For me, it was a great pleasure to train her, and now I am pleased that some of my friends can really enjoy her!” Toaster Iacoban

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Good morning Iacobean. First of all, thank you for agreeing to be interviewed by our Magazine. Let’s start from the beginning! To begin with, tell us of your first meeting with the Arabian horse and how this great ‘adventure’ got started! It all began back in 2002 in Bagno di Romagna, with the acquaintance of two great people, my friends Woody and Paolo Capecci. The center was named I.A.T.C. Which school, training or skills are needed to become a good handler? The best school is to attend training centers of industry professionals. Here you can train and acquire all the specific skills to become a good handler.

What kind of advice would you offer to someone who wants to pursue this career? My advice is to make a lot of experience by professional training centers, be eager to learn, stay humble and, above all, always have a lot of passion. What rewards you the most? Surely training difficult horses! I usually prepare them starting from scratch until the day of the show… and see them win or at least achieve some good results is the most rewarding thing indeed! What emotions do you get from breeding and training Arabian horses? I have been breeding for a short time .... So I have not yet received any strong emotions so far… However, with regard to training, I get all the beautiful feelings I mentioned before!

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Is there any special symbiosis between a handler and his horse? I believe there has to be some special feeling, especially after having trained and presented a horse for a long time with whom you have

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necessarily created a special bond of friendship. Iacobean... Do you remember your first show? Of course I do .... I shall tell you that it was a show held in Italy, the Show in Travagliato to be

precise back in year 2003. Do you miss past times morphology competitions or do you prefer the atmosphere of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s events? In the past, there was a friendlier atmosphere on the shows, it was more fun and people used to stick together a lot more. Nowadays, it is all about competition and you no longer get that beautiful vibeâ&#x20AC;Ś Is there any victory to which you feel particularly fond of? There are many victories which I feel attached to, but one in particular I shall say it has been all the way I have made so far with the entire IATC team, winning the Triple Crown with a horse 169

born and raised in Italy… He was MA Shadow ElShare. We do know of your big win as the Most Valuable Groom last year. Can you tell us a little bit more about it? Absolutely yes! It all came very unexpectedly but for that reason I felt double excited about it…I am honored to have received this award by the entire Arabian Horse International Community and though it is just a little token of their appreciation, I am pretty proud of it! 170

Which is your favorite bloodline, if any? I must say I do not have specific preferences in terms of bloodlines.. Arabian Horses are all extraordinary creatures you see…Surely I am far more attracted to subjects showing great charisma, big movement and elegance in the arena! What are your goals / dreams for the future? Dreams are in the drawer ... Instead my future goals are to continue growing professionally and

do even better in my work. What final message would you like to leave to our readers? Since we are at the beginning of this new year, I wish you a Happy New Year! On behalf of the entire team of Arabian Horse Magazine, I want to thank you very much Iacobean for your valuable contribution, and wish you lots of professional satisfaction in the new year 2017â&#x20AC;Ś

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We Fly Horses? How to provide best conditions of transport for the horse you bought on the other edge of the world? Or how to deliver horse for competitions calm and friendly – it’s not a secret that mood of the horse can provide its success and glory on the show or at the arena of dressage or show-jumping? For the horse travel specialists of We Fly Horses, it is not a magic either difficult question – one call to them will organize the comfortable trip for your horses with a high level of safety guarantee. - The idea to create a company specialized in air transport for horses came to us

is not the secret that quality and comfort of transportation of your horse can be the very important reason of its success and health for many years. That’s why in our work we combine the best experience of horse transport got in all over the world. And we also learn every day new information and knowledge’s how to make our work better -. - As a breeder I know how important it is – to transport horse from one place to another, avoiding stressful situations, - mentions Mrs. Sarah Mets, Sales Manager of the company – Sometimes horses get their traumas or stresses

Ad and Wenche in China after many years of experience in the equestrian world area combined with more than 15 years of experience in the sector of air cargo, - says Mr. Ad Kuijf, founder of We Fly Horses and Purebred Arabian Horse lover for many years. – It

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during the trips and then it influences their health and career all lifelong. And that is why in our work we do our best to keep under control all the factors which can influence the horse during the trip. We Fly Horses is established in

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September of 2015 and already has got a perfect reputation from its clients all over Europe, Asia and the Middle East area. It makes regular transport of horses to many countries - from established destinations to the new perspective markets like in China. Among our “clients” – world class level horses for sport and shows. Our company combines a brilliance team of world level professionals with many years of experience in equestrian area and horse transport. All the specialists of We Fly Horses have persuasive back-grounds in all sectors of equestrian area and it gives them a clear imagination what every horse really needs during the transportation. So, what is going on after you bought your horse or want to compete during a world class equestrian event somewhere around 178

the globe and decided to transport your horse to a destination anywhere? - First of all we need to say that there is nothing for you to do or worry about in preparing documents and making veterinary procedures if you are our client – we provide an all-inclusive service in horse-transport, - says Mrs. Wenche Roefs, member of the operational team at We Fly Horses. For now let’s see step by step the procedure of our work after you contact us and apply for our assistance to bring your horse to a destination around the globe: •You as a buyer, seller or horse owner ask us for a quotation. We Fly Horses will now check the smoothest and most efficient transfer options for you. However their core business is flying horses, they integrate all modes of transport to ensure smooth efficient transfer

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of your horse from stable to stable. After the client agrees with the quotation the whole procedure starts. •Now they start the arrangement of transport from the location of the horse to the collection stable of We Fly Horses in The Netherlands. •In most cases the horses are located somewhere in Europe and need to be hauled to the pre-export stables. •After arrival at the We Fly Horses collection stables, veterinary and blood tests will be done including vaccinations and passport check, and if necessary swabs tests needed for the country of destination. If necessary correct vaccinations will be given. We Fly Horses will take care of all veterinary clearances. Every country has different regulations regarding importing live animals. If all test are normal they proceed with booking their place in the plane. •After approved blood tests, they will take care of all import and export customs requirements for horses and their equipment throughout the world. They also take care of all customs clearances and inform the owner of the horse of the Estimated Time of Departure and Arrival (ETD and ETA). •At the same time We Fly Horses will arrange all transportation arrangements from their collection stables to the airport of departure. They work with best transporters and airlines throughout the globe to ensure that your horse moves as swiftly as possible to their final destination. •At the airport We Fly Horses is taking care of the horses, the document

handling (veterinary and customs clearances) and the crew (grooms) will assist with loading the horses into the flight stables. •All the “clients” – horses, are transported by special air-conditioned and temperatured airplanes. •During the transport (by road or air) a crew member (specialized groom) will attend the horse(s). We Fly Horses have a team of specialized grooms with excellent experience of Purebred Arabian Horses. It includes not only the capability to handle all breeds and temperaments of horses but the grooms also have extensive knowledge of the different models of aircraft, the horse stalls (flight stables) and the constantly fluctuating procedures at airports all over the world. The groom is taking care of the horse(s) till the real final destination - a warm new stable for your valuable horses. •At the final destination airport We Fly Horses will arrange a local partner (agent) to take care of the local veterinary and customs clearances (documents and other handlings) as well to assist the import or transit process. Also local transport from airport to stable can be arranged. And, as their experience proves, clients are positively satisfied and would like to apply again if necessary for We Fly Horses services.

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Aswan

fter speaking of the stallion Nazeer, born on August 9th, 1934 in Kafr Farouk, from the Koheilan Mimreh, Mansour (1921), and the Hadbah Enzahiya mare, Bint Samiha (1925), in this chapter I will present you some of the sons who had a major impact on his progenies, among those who left Egypt.

First and foremost, I would like to mention Aswan (Raafat), a grey stallion born in El Zahraa on March 13th, 1958. His mother was Yosreia (Sheikh El Arab x Hind), a Hadbah Enzahiya mare whose family came from the chestnut Bint Hadba El Saghira (El Halabi x Hadba), born on 22nd February 1912 at the Kubba stables owned by Khedive Abbas Pasha Hilmi II, and purchased on February 6th 1914 by R.A.S. (Royal Agricultural Society), where she remained until her death in 1931. I would like to remind our readers that Bint Hadba El Saghira was the progenitor of the same family of Nazeer. In 1963 the stallion Raafat was given by the Egyptian Government to Russia in recognition of the help for the building of the Aswan Dam; to commemorate this event, the Russian Government changed his name from Raafat into Aswan. The latter would just get lost among the myriad of male foals who at the time thronged the Egyptian breeding so much that, despite his genetic potential, Aswan arrived in Russia with marked defects, not usually accepted by the State Stud of Tersk, in Stavropol, of its day. However, in order to honor Egypt – and since he was a state gift – Aswan was used as a breeding stallion. At the time, Russian mares were all from Polish, French and Crabbet lines with excellent structural conformation, although lacking quality. With his dark eyes, lean dished head, large nostrils, good tail carriage, fine boned but strong, his strength and charisma, Aswan had all those features which the breeding farm of Tersk was in need of. This Egyptian stallion was to produce elegant sons but also athletic ones, otherwise he would have been banned from reproduction. The sons of Aswan were the delight of the Russians, in fact, they inherited his head and his haughty presence and many of them were successful horses in racing. In his breeding career that spanned 19 seasons, until his death in 1984 at Tersk, Aswan sired 299 foals and among his sons there are horses such as the winner stallion of the Derby, Patron (1966) out of Podruga, who - once exported to the Netherlands - was three times Dutch National Champion and

opo avere parlato dello stallone Nazeer, nato il 9 Agosto 1934 a Kafr Farouk, dal Koheilan Mimreh, Mansour 1921 e dalla fattrice Hadbah Enzahiya, Bint Samiha 1925, in questo capitolo presentiamo alcuni figli che hanno avuto maggiore impatto nella sua discendenza, tra quelli che hanno lasciato l’Egitto.

Per primo desidero ricordare Aswan (Raafat), un grigio nato a El Zahraa il 13 Marzo 1958. Sua madre era Yosreia (Sheikh El Arab x Hind), una Hadbah Enzahiya la cui famiglia proveniva dalla saura Bint Hadba El Saghira (El Halabi x Hadba), nata il 22 Febbraio 1912 a Kubba stables del Khedive Abbas Pasha Hilmi II e acquistata il 6 Febbraio 1914 02 dalla R.A.S. (Royal Agricultural Society), dove rimase fino alla sua morte, avvenuta nel 1931. Ricordo ai lettori che Bint Hadba El Saghira era la capostipite della stessa famiglia di Nazeer. Nel 1963 lo stallone Raafat fu regalato dal Governo Egiziano alla Russia come riconoscimento per l’aiuto nella costruzione della diga di Aswan, il Governo Russo, per ricordare l’avvenimento, cambiò il nome a Raafat in Aswan. Aswan si sarebbe perso tra la miriade dei puledri maschi che allora affollavano l’allevamento egiziano, tanto che, nonostante il suo potenziale genetico, arrivò in Russia con marcati difetti, inusuali per l’allevamento statale di Tersk in Stavropol di quei tempi, ma per rendere onore all’Egitto, essendo un regalo di Stato, fu ugualmente utilizzato come stallone. Allora le fattrici Russe erano tutte di linea Polacca, Francese e Crabbet con ottime basi strutturali, pur mancando di qualità. Con i suoi occhi scuri, la testa asciutta dove spiccava un dish marcato, le grandi narici, il bel portamento della coda, l’ossatura fine ma forte, la sua forza e il charisma, Aswan aveva le caratteristiche che occorrevano all’allevamento di Tersk. Questo stallone egiziano doveva produrre figli eleganti ma anche atletici, altrimenti sarebbe stato tolto dalla riproduzione. I figli di Aswan furono la delizia dei Russi, infatti ereditarono la sua testa e la sua orgogliosa presenza e molti furono cavalli di successo nelle corse. Nella sua carriera riproduttiva durata 19 stagioni, fino alla sua scomparsa avvenuta nel 1984, a Tersk Aswan generò 299 puledri e tra i suoi figli ci sono cavalli come lo stallone vincitore del Derby, Patron 1966 da Podruga, che esportato in Olanda è stato tre volte Campione Nazionale Olandese e padre di Padron 1977 da Odessa, Campione Nazionale Stalloni in Olanda, U.S.A. 1982 e Canada, che in America ha lasciato la sua discendenza di campioni in halter.

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father of Padron (1977) out of Odessa; National Champion Stallions in Holland, in the USA (1982), and in Canada; while in America he would leave his progeny of halter champions. Patron is also the sire of Abdullah (1975) out of Psikhea, World Champion Stallion in 1981. Derby winners were also Pirit (1968) out of Pika, and Parapet (1977) out of Prikhot. Additional great sons of Aswan were: Marsianin (1971) out of Magnolia, who once exported to the U.S.A., was crowned National Champion Stallion in 1981, and Palas (1968) out of Panel, who was a daughter of Nil, Egypt’s 03 first stallion to be used at Tersk. Palas was exported to Poland, where he left a remarkable offspring. Other foals sired by Aswan were: Kilimanjaro (1968) out of Karta, who was exported to Germany (Federal Republic of Germany) and registered under the name of Kilimandscharo, was repeatedly German National Champion; Antey (1972) out of Nemezida, was first exported in the U.S.A., then in Holland and was to be Dutch National Champion as well as Winner of the Scandinavian Countries Championship. At Tersk some of the best breedings were obtained by coupling Aswan with the daughters of the Polish Arax, (1952) (Amurath Sahib x Angara) and his son Nabeg (1966) out of Nomenklatura, and also by coupling Nabeg with the daughters of Aswan. In Europe, the best racing Arabian horse was Drug (1985) (Prizrak x Karinka), whose mother was a daughter of Aswan. This 04 Egyptian stallion left an incredible mark on the mares stabled at Tersk. I just want to recall a few names such as Madonna (1974) and Malinka (1973) both daughters of Malutka; Margaritka (1970), and Molva (1971) both out of Monopolia; Nasturcia (1970) out of Napernitsa; Normandia (1977) out of Naina; 21 out of these daughters were race winners and 19 got in place, while among the winners of the Derby there was Start (1966) daughter of Sopka. Additional daughters of Aswan were also: Katun (1968) out of Kapella, who was exported to the Netherlands and was European Champion; Nariadnaia (1969) out of Neposeda, who was Top Ten Mares at the Canadian National Championship in 1980; Nevesta (1975) ouf of Nagrada II, who was National Champion Mare and Winner in racing, in 1992 she was exported to Qatar where she was to be a successful mare; last but not the least, I want to remind you Parma (1966) out of Pokaznaja, who was exported to Janow Podlaski (Poland) in 1968 where she built a prominent family. In the early eighties, Aswan yielded much to Russia. In 1985, the year following his death, 1.68 million dollars were paid to the auction held at Tersk and many of the

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Patron è anche padre di Abdullah 1975 da Psikhea, Campione Mondiale Stalloni nel 1981. Vincitori del Derby sono stati anche Pirit 1968 da Pika, e Parapet 1977 da Prikhot. Altri grandi figli di Aswan furono Marsianin 1971 da Magnolia, che esportato in U.S.A., fu nominato Campione Nazionale Stalloni nel 1981 e Palas 1968 da Panel che era una figlia di Nil, primo stallone egiziano a essere usato a Tersk. Palas fu esportato in Polonia, dove ha lasciato una notevole progenie. Ancora figli di Aswan erano Kilimanjaro 1968 da Karta, esportato in Germania (Repubblica Federale Tedesca) e registrato con il nome di Kilimandscharo, è stato ripetutamente Campione Nazionale Tedesco; Antey 1972 da Nemezida, esportato prima in U.S.A. e poi in Olanda, è stato Campione Nazionale Olandese oltre a vincere il Campionato dei Paesi Scandinavi. A Tersk alcuni dei migliori incroci furono ottenuti accoppiando Aswan con le figlie del polacco Arax 1952 (Amurath Sahib x Angara) e di suo figlio Nabeg 1966 da Nomenklatura e anche accoppiando quest’ultimo con le figlie di Aswan. In Europa, il miglior cavallo arabo da corsa è stato Drug 1985 (Prizrak x Karinka), la cui madre, era una figlia di Aswan. Questo stallone Egiziano lasciò un’incredibile impronta nelle fattrici di Tersk, ricordiamo alcuni nomi come Madonna 1974 e Malinka 1973 entrambe figlie di Malutka, Margaritka 1970 e Molva 1971 entrambe di Monopolia; Nasturcia 1970 di Napernitsa; Normandia 1977 di Naina; 21 di queste erano vincitrici in corsa e 19 si sono piazzate, mentre tra le vincitrici del Derby c’era Start 1966, figlia di Sopka. Figlie di Aswan erano anche Katun 1968 da Kapella, esportata in Olanda, che è stata Campionessa Europea; Nariadnaia 1969 da Neposeda, che è stata Top Ten Fattrici al Campionato Nazionale Canadese del 1980; Nevesta 1975 da Nagrada II, che è stata Campionessa Nazionale Fattrici oltre a vincere nelle corse, nel 1992 esportata in Qatar dove è stata fattrice di successo; per ultima, voglio ricordare Parma 1966 da Pokaznaja, che esportata a Janów Podlaski in Polonia nel 1968 ha costruito un’importante famiglia. Nei primi anni ottanta Aswan fece guadagnare molto alla Russia. Nel 1985, anno successivo alla scomparsa di Aswan, all’asta di Tersk furono pagati 1,68 milioni di Dollari e molti dei lotti erano discendenti di Aswan. A quel tempo era difficile raggiungere nelle aste cifre fino a 1 milione di dollari e questo prezzo fu pagato proprio per Pesniar, un figlio di Nabeg e di una figlia di Aswan. Dopo la sua morte a Tersk è stato posto un monumento di marmo sulla tomba di Aswan e oggi i suoi discendenti sono presenti in sei continenti.

lots were offsprings from Aswan. To the auctions of the time, it was difficult to achieve such figures up to $ 1 million dollars, and that was exactly the price paid for Pesniar, a son of Nabeg and of a daughter of Aswan. After his death in Tersk, they placed a marble monument on the grave of Aswan and, today, his descendants live on six continents.

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, Hadban Enzahi and Kaisoon in Germany. The quality and genetic success that these three Straight Egyptian stallions had in Germany were the elements which - over the years - would give an impetus to large imports of Arabian horses from Egypt to that country. The first private farm to import horses from Egypt was Lütetsburg Stud owned by Prince von Knyphausen who, in 1955 in El Zahraa bought the maternal sister of Ansata Ibn Halima, Moheba (Mohebba) 02/05/1951 (Sid Abouhom x Halima), who still pregnant of the stallion El Sareei, 08/02/1942, (Shahloul x Zareefa) gave birth to the filly Malacha in Germany in 1955. Along with this mare, there also came the stallion Ghazal, 08/11/1953, (Nazeer x Bukra), a Dahman Shahwan stallion from the Obeya family (Koheilan El Mossen x El Dahma); a fleabitten gray mare born in 1894 at the Kubba Stables owned by Khedive Abbas Pasha Hilmi II. She was one of the first mares being purchased by R.A.S. on January 6th, 1914; she died on November 12th, 1919. When in 1965 Lütetsburg Stud was temporarily closed due to a dispersal, and then it re-opened in 1977, the two mares and Ghazal were taken away from the State Stud of Marbach; later Ghazal would be sold to Carl-Heinz Domken after having produced important sons among which we shall mention: the International Champion Saher (1967) out of Sahmet. Ghazal was a famous stallion, though he was not perfect. His head was rather large and his back very weak. His coat was gray all his life, in fact, his mother was unable to provide him with her flea-bitten gray color since it was his father’s coat to take over. Nevertheless, over sixteen years of reproduction activity, Ghazal produced 63 registered foals, if we do not take into account Ameena (1972) out of Marah, who died young, he had only four Straight Egyptian daughters: Malika (1962) by Malacha, Mohebba II (1960) by Malacha, Ghazalah (1973) by Afifa and Ghazala (1973) by Hanan, who

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, Hadban Enzahi e Kaisoon in Germania La qualità e il successo genetico che questi tre stalloni Straight Egyptian hanno avuto in Germania, è stato il motivo che negli anni successivi ha dato impulso in questa nazione alle grandi importazioni di Cavalli Arabi dall’Egitto. Il primo allevamento privato a importare cavalli dall’Egitto fu il Lutetsburg Stud del Principe von Knyphausen che nel 1955 acquistò a El Zahraa, la sorella materna di Ansata Ibn Halima, Moheba (Mohebba)5.2.1951(Sid Abouhom x Halima), che gravida dallo stallone El Sareei 8.2.1942(Shahloul x Zareefa) 05 partorì in Germania la puledra Malacha 1955, insieme a questa fattrice arrivò anche lo stallone Ghazal 11.8.1953(Nazeer x Bukra). Stallone Dahman Shahwan della famiglia di Obeya (Koheilan El Mossen x El Dahma); una grigia trotinata nata nel 1894 a Kubba Stables del Khedive Abbas Pasha Hilmi II, fu tra le prime fattrici a essere acquistata dalla R.A.S. il 6 Gennaio 1914, deceduta il 12 Novembre 1919. Quando nel 1965 il Lutetsburg Stud fu temporaneamente chiuso con un dispersal, per poi riaprire nel 1977, le due fattrici e Ghazal furono presi dall’allevamento di Stato di Marbach e in seguito quest’ultimo, dopo avere prodotto importanti figli, tra i quali figurava il Campione Internazionale Saher 1967 da Sahmet, fu venduto a Carl-Heinz Domken. Ghazal fu uno stallone famoso, ma non per questo perfetto. La sua testa era piuttosto grande e il suo dorso molto debole. Il mantello è stato grigio tutta la vita, infatti sua madre non è riuscita a tramettergli il colore trotinato poiché 06 ha preso il sopravvento il mantello del padre. Nonostante che nei suoi sedici anni di monta abbia prodotto 63 figli registrati, se togliamo Ameena 1972 da Marah, che è morta giovane, Ghazal ha avuto soltanto quattro figlie Straight Egyptian: Malika 1962 da Malacha, Mohebba II 1960 da Malacha, Ghazalah 1973 da Afifa e Ghazala 1973 da Hanan, che sono state determinanti nell’allevamento tedesco. Oggi il sangue di Ghazal, deceduto per un incidente il 30 Maggio 1972, è in moltissimi pedigrees, nel 1983 allo show di Aachen, su 14 puledri allevati in Germania, 9 erano suoi figli, ha avuto il riconoscimento di stallone ELITE tedesco e l’impatto che ha lasciato nell’allevamento è comparabile a quello del suo coetaneo Hadban Enzahi.

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were to be influential mares in the German breeding. Today the blood of Ghazal, who died in an accident on May 30th, 1972, runs through many pedigrees. At the Aachen show in 1983, where out of 14 foals bred in Germany 9 were sons of Gazal, he was crowned ELITE German Stallion and his impact on the breeding can be compared to that of his peer Hadban Enzahi. In 1949 Dr. Georg Wenzler became Director of Marbach, where he remained until 1974. He was going to be the architect of the farm revival and basically his name was synonymous with Marbach, also because the inclusion of Hadban Enzahi as a breeding stallion enhanced his reputation. On the death of the stallion Halef, 1937 (Enwer Bey x Kasztelanka), which occurred in 1955, Dr. Wenzler met General 07 Pettko-Szandtner in El Zahraa and bought the very light gray colt, Hadban Enzahi (Kamel) 05/18/1952 (Nazeer x Kamla) and the filly Nadja (Nadia) 22.03.1955 (Nazeer x Nefisa) who both arrived at Marbach. Also Kamel - this was his name in Egypt - was a very handsome Hadban Enzahi colt who like Aswan and his father Nazeer, came from the lineage of Venus, through the family of the chestnut Bint Hadba El Saghira. Hadban Enzahi operated as a foundation breeding stallion from 1956 to 22 July 1985, date of his death, bringing the breeding of Arabian horses back to its former glory and, thus, becoming the emblem of Marbach. He left 128 descendants who are all characterized by great perfection, excellent structure, strong joints, attitudinal 08 predisposition, great temperament and nobility; we must also say that the best results were those achieved by crossing Hadban Enzahi with Ghazal’s daughters and vice versa. In 1983, out of 21 mares housed in Marbach 14 were daughters of Hadban Enzahi; and out of 7 stallions, one was his son and five of them were his grandsons; just one stallion and four mares were not his offspring. Among the not straight Egyptian horses who went to be part of German private breeding programs we shall remember: the mare Darsi (1959 x Winarsad) at Om El Arab; Diedje (1963 x Winarsad) at Kauber Platte; Shari I (1960 x Hailta) and the stallion Demir (1958 x Winarsad) at Ismer Stud; the mare Seja (1974 x Sethnacht) at Mundinger Stud; finally, we shall mention his grandson Salah, 1967 (Ghazal x Seseneb by Hadban Enzahi) at Ostenfelde Stud. Hadban Enzahi was the sire of important Straight Egyptian reproducers who operated or were born on private farms and among them we shall mention: the German National Champion Madkour I (1971 x Moheba II), out of Holger Ismer; Mahomed (1968 x Malikah), out of Carl-Heinz Domken; Malik (1970 x Malikah), from the Maiworm breeding who,

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Nel 1949 il Dr. Georg Wenzler divenne Direttore di Marbach, dove rimase fino al 1974, fu l’artefice della rinascita dell’allevamento e praticamente il suo nome era sinonimo di Marbach, anche perché l’inserimento di Hadban Enzahi come stallone, contribuì alla sua notorietà. Alla morte dello stallone Halef, 1937 (Enwer Bey x Kasztelanka), avvenuta nel 1955, il Dr. Wenzler andò dal Generale PettkoSzandtner a El Zahraa e comprò il puledro grigio, di mantello molto chiaro, Hadban Enzahi (Kamel)18.5.1952 (Nazeer x Kamla) e la puledrina Nadja (Nadia)22.3.1955 (Nazeer x Nefisa) che insieme arrivarono a Marbach. Anche Kamel, questo il suo nome in Egitto, era un bellissimo Hadban Enzahi che, come Aswan e suo padre Nazeer, proveniva dalla stirpe di Venus, attraverso la famiglia della saura Bint Hadba El Saghira. Hadban Enzahi funzionò come caporazza dal 1956 al 22 luglio 1985, giorno della sua morte, riportando l’allevamento di cavalli arabi ai suoi antichi splendori e divenendo così l’emblema di Marbach. Ha lasciato 128 discendenti caratterizzati da grande perfezione, ottima struttura, forti articolazioni, predisposizione attitudinale, grande temperamento e nobiltà; dobbiamo anche dire che i migliori risultati si sono avuti incrociando Hadban Enzahi sulle figlie di Ghazal e viceversa. Nel 1983 su 21 fattrici presenti a Marbach, 14 erano figlie di Hadban Enzahi e di 7 stalloni, uno era suo figlio e 5 suoi nipoti; soltanto uno stallone e 4 fattrici non erano suoi discendenti. Dei figli non puri egiziani che sono andati a far parte di programmi allevatoriali privati tedeschi è obbligo ricordare: la fattrice Darsi (1959 x Winarsad) a Om El Arab; Diedje (1963 x Winarsad) a Kauber Platte; Shari I (1960 x Hailta) e lo stallone Demir (1958 x Winarsad) a Ismer Stud; la fattrice Seja (1974 x Sethnacht) a Mundinger Stud; infine citiamo il nipote Salah 1967(Ghazal x Seseneb da Hadban Enzahi) all’Ostenfelde Stud. Hadban Enzahi fu genitore d’importanti riproduttori Straight Egyptian, che hanno funzionato o sono nati anche in allevamenti privati e tra loro ricordiamo: il Campione Nazionale tedesco Madkour I (1971 x Moheba II), da Holger Ismer; Mahomed (1968 x Malikah), da Carl-Heinz Domken; Malik (1970 x Malikah), all’allevamento Maiworm, che nel 1986 fu esportato in Israele ad Ariely Arabians; Mameluck (1969 x Moheba II), al Tubel Arabians; il capo stallone di Marbach, Moneef (1975 x Moheba II) e Nabil (1970 x Nadja) da SchwarzwaldBaar Stud, che fu poi esportato in Francia. Una notevole produzione di Hadban Enzahi è stata esportata in tutto il mondo come: Dahman (1957 x Jadine) e Ibn Hadsai (1972 x Saider) in Olanda; Dawamma (1960 x Hamdi) esportata in Svezia nel 1961 e poi nel 1970 in U.S.A.; Habashi (1972

in 1986, was exported to Israel to Ariely Arabians; Mameluck (1969 x Moheba II), at Tubel Arabians; the head stallion at Marbach, Moneef (1975 x Moheba II) and Nabil (1970 x Nadja) coming from Schwarzwald-Baar Stud, who was to be exported to France later on. A significant progeny of Hadban Enzahi was exported all over the world such as: Dahman (1957 x Jadine) and Ibn Hadsai (1972 x Saider) in the Netherlands; Dawamma (1960 x Hamdi) exported to Sweden in 1961 and later, in 1970, to the U.S.A. ; Habashi (1972 x Helena) went to Switzerland; Mabrouka (1976 x Molawa) and Masan (1975 x Molawa) to France; the Straight Egyptian Mubark (1970 x Malacha) to England; Damirah (1975 x Hamdi), the stallions Mustafa (1969 x Masarrah) and Sindbad (02.15.1971 / 25.04.1993 x Sahmet) went to Australia; Shams (1967 x Hajar), Shokry (1973 x Sahmet) to Argentina; finally, many went to the U.S.A. and, among them, we find Dalih (1959 x Halisa); Dawod (1960 x Winarsad); KEM Safir (1970 x Sahmet); the mare Maalak (1972 x Masarrah) Legion of Merit, 1979 U.S. National Champion Top Ten Mare; the Straight Egyptian Mameluck (1969 x Moheba II) imported in 1974 and re-exported to Australia in 1994; Saffa (1970 Smoky) and the Champion in Halter and Leading dams of Champions in the U.S.A., Sanacht (1960 x Hathor) who produced 12 champions and two daughters who, in their turn, produced 8 champions; she was imported in 1962 and died in 1986. We can argue that the journey of Dr. Wenzler - who went to the General Pettko-Szandtner in El Zahraa in order to buy the colt Kamel and the filly Nadia - marked the world history of the Arabian Horse because the colt became a breeding stallion, a pillar of the selection, and the filly Nadja (Nadia) founded one of the most important families standing at Marbach, with six

x Helena) in Svizzera; Mabrouka (1976 x Molawa) e Masan (1975 x Molawa) in Francia; lo Straight Egyptian Mubark (1970 x Malacha) in Inghilterra; Damirah (1975 x Hamdi), gli stalloni Mustafa (1969 x Masarrah) e Sindbad (15.02.1971/ 25.04.1993 x Sahmet) in Australia; Shams (1967 x Hajar), Shokry (1973 x Sahmet) in Argentina; infine diversi sono andati negli U.S.A. e tra questi troviamo Dalih (1959 x Halisa); Dawod (1960 x Winarsad); KEM Safir (1970 x Sahmet); la fattrice Maalak (1972 x Masarrah) Legione di Merito, 1979 U.S. National Champion Top Ten Mare; lo Straight Egyptian Mameluck (1969 x Moheba II) importato nel 1974 e riesportato in Australia nel 1994; Saffa (1970 x Smoky) e la Campionessa in Halter e leading dams of champions in U.S.A. Sanacht (1960 x Hathor) che ha prodotto 12 campioni e due figlie a loro volta hanno prodotto 8 campioni, fu importata nel 1962 e morì nel 1986. Si può dire che il viaggio del Dr. Wenzler, andato dal Generale Pettko-Szandtner a El Zahraa per acquistare il puledro Kamel e la puledra Nadia, ha segnato la storia mondiale del Cavallo Arabo, perché il puledro è diventato uno stallone, pilastro della selezione e la puledra Nadja (Nadia) ha fondato una delle più importanti famiglie di Marbach, con sei figlie, tutte Straight Egyptian. Nadja stessa, deceduta nel 1978, nel 1973 fu Campionessa Riserva Fattrici al primo Show Internazionale del Cavallo Arabo in Germania. Nel 1963 il Presidente egiziano Nasser regalò alla Repubblica Federale Tedesca lo stallone Kaisoon (Kaysoon)26.3.1958(Nazeer x Bint Kateefa), che trascorse la sua lunga vita ospite dello zoo di Duisburg, alloggiato in un piccolo box. Kaysoon nacque a El Zahraa e proveniva dalla famiglia della Koheila Rodania, Bint Rissala, sua bisnonna. Bint Rissala (Ibn Yashmak x Risala) era una saura nata nel 1920 a Crabbet Arabian Stud, in Inghilterra, dove era chiamata Razieh. La R.A.S. 10 la acquistò lo stesso anno della sua nascita da Lady Wentworth ed è deceduta nel 1946. Facendo il confronto con Ghazal e Hadban Enzahi, Kaisoon li superava entrambi in bellezza e nobiltà, però, allora in Germania erano abituati a cavalli più robusti, così il suo arrivo passò inosservato e fu addirittura usato come cavallo da maneggio per i bambini. L’utilizzo di Kaisoon come stallone risale ai primi anni settanta dimostrandosi subito un ottimo riproduttore, trasmettendo ai propri discendenti le sue caratteristiche principali: resistenza, eleganza nei movimenti, gambe asciutte e corrette, tipicità, nobiltà, testa molto bella e un ottimo carattere. Naturalmente, come ogni cavallo, non era privo di difetti, quelli più evidenti erano un dorso troppo lungo e un’incollatura leggermente

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daughters, all of them Straight Egyptians. Nadja herself passed away in 1978, in 1973 had been Reserve Champion Mares at the first International Arabian Horse Show in Germany. In 1963, Egyptian President Nasser gave the Federal Republic of Germany the stallion Kaisoon (Kaysoon) 03/26/1958 (Nazeer x Bint Kateefa) as a present. Kaisoon spent his long life hosted at the Duisburg Zoo and stabled in a small box. Kaysoon was born in El Zahraa and came from the family of the Koheila Rodania Bint Rissala, his great-grandmother. Bint 11 Rissala (Ibn Yashmak x Risala) was a chestnut mare born in 1920 at Crabbet Arabian Stud in England, where she was called Razieh. R.A.S. bought her in the same year of her birth from Lady Wentworth and she died in 1946. In comparison to Ghazal and Hadban Enzahi, Kaisoon did look far greater than them both in terms of beauty and nobility, however, in Germany at the time, people were accustomed to more robust horses, so his arrival was unnoticed and he was even used as a riding horse for children. The use of Kaisoon as a breeding stallion dates back to the early seventies when he soon proved to be an exceptional reproducer, providing his descendants with his main features: strength, elegance in movement, lean and correct legs, type, nobility, a very beautiful head and excellent disposition. Of course, like any horse, he was not without flaws; the most obvious ones were: a too long back and a slightly upturned neck. Kaisoon produced about 500 sons and some of his most famous descendants include: Bakil (1978) out of Om El Arab, a very successful stallion both in racing and in morphological exhibitions; he was later exported to the U.S.A.; Baz (1978) out of El Gazella, World Champion in Paris in 1981; Maymoon (1975) out of Maymoona, who sired famous stallions and mares in the world; Shareef (1977) out of Salha, who was winner of the Asil Cup 1985 (middle distance of 60 km.); Shahil Ibn Kaisoon (1984) out of Salha, a stallion who went to Brazil; Hakeel Ibn Kaysoon (1979) out of Hania, Winner of the Asil Cup 1986 (middle distance of 60 km.); Kazeemah (1970) out of Winette, Italian Champion Mare 1987; Shareefa (1972) out of Salha, Winner of several festivals in Australia. Finally, we shall mention a daughter of Shareefa, Tarong Sugaa (1978) out of Mashour, who went sold during the Egyptian Event U.S.A. 1985 for $ 240,000. Today Kaisoon appears in the pedigrees of horses scattered around the world, and his sons asserted themselves particularly in Germany, Austria, U.S.A., Canada, France, Switzerland, Sweden, Belgium, Brazil, Holland, Italy, South Africa and Australia. Kaisoon - who participated in numerous exhibitions throughout his long life, often leaving

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rovesciata. Kaisoon ha avuto circa 500 figli e tra i suoi discendenti più famosi ricordiamo: Bakil 1978 da Om El Arab, stallone di grande successo sia nelle corse sia nelle rassegne morfologiche, fu poi esportato negli Stati Uniti; Baz 1978 da El Gazella, Campione Mondiale a Parigi nel 1981; Maymoon 1975 da Maymoona, padre di stalloni e fattrici famosi in tutto il mondo; Shareef 1977 da Salha, vincitore dell’Asil Cup 1985 (mezzo fondo di 60 km.); Shahil Ibn Kaisoon 1984 da Salha, stallone andato in Brasile; Hakeel Ibn Kaysoon 1979 da Hania, vincitore dell’Asil Cup 1986 (mezzo fondo di 60 km.); Kazeemah 1970 da Winette, Campionessa italiana fattrici 1987; Shareefa 1972 da Salha, vittoriosa in diverse rassegne in Australia; ricordiamo infine una figlia di Shareefa, Tarong Sugaa 1978 da Mashour, venduta nel corso dell’Egyptian Event U.S.A. 1985 per ben 240.000 dollari. Oggi Kaisoon è presente nel pedigree dei cavalli sparsi per il mondo e i suoi figli si sono affermati soprattutto in Germania, Austria, U.S.A., Canada, Francia, Svizzera, Svezia, Belgio, Brasile, Olanda, Italia, Sud Africa e Australia. Kaisoon che nel corso della sua lunga vita, ha partecipato a numerose rassegne, lasciando spesso il campo da vincitore, come stallone ha funzionato fino a pochi mesi dalla sua scomparsa. Anche se negli ultimi anni gli si era un poco insellato il dorso, non ha mai perso nulla della sua vitalità e del suo temperamento, che da alcuni era considerato eccessivo, ma a conferma del suo carattere equilibrato, dobbiamo ricordare che era regolarmente usato come cavallo da scuola. Dopo il susseguirsi di alcune voci e smentite, riguardo alla sua scomparsa, Kaisoon ci ha lasciato il 22 Settembre 1987 e con lui si è spento l’ultimo dei figli del grande Nazeer. Questi tre stalloni sono stati la base del Cavallo Arabo Straight Egyptian in Germania ed è per merito loro che gli allevatori tedeschi hanno 12 apprezzato il valore del Cavallo Arabo Egiziano. Ghazal è stato stimato in particolare per le sue qualità di alta classe come cavallo da corsa, per la sua straordinaria disposizione a l l ’a d d e s t r a m e n t o, unitamente ad un aspetto affascinante tipico di un Re del deserto e per la sua eccellente resistenza. Hadban Enzahi e Kaisoon hanno dimostrato, anch’essi, una buona resistenza. La progenie di Hadban Enzahi esprime la sua energia e potenza, mentre quella di Kaisoon evidenzia un buon temperamento, un carattere docile e una flessibilità che lo rendono adatto alle prove più impegnative. La combinazione del sangue di questi tre stalloni ha prodotto ottimi risultati nell’allevamento tedesco del Cavallo Arabo, rivelandosi fondamentale per le generazioni future.

the arena as a winner, operated as a breeding stallion until few months before his death. Although in the last few years of his life his back got a bit saddle-backed, Kaisoon had never lost anything of his vitality and temperament, which was considered excessive by some; yet, his balanced character was confirmed by the fact that he was adopted as a schoolhorse. After some rumors and contradictions about his death, Kaisoon passed away on 22nd September 1987 and with him, the last of the sons of the great Nazeer, had disappeared. These three stallions were to be the basis of the Straight Egyptian Arabian Horse in Germany and it is thanks to them that German breeders have appreciated the value of the Egyptian Arabian horse. Ghazal was particularly esteemed for his highclass quality as a racehorse, for his outstanding disposition to training, along with that typical charming look of a desert King as well as for his excellent resistance. Also Hadban Enzahi and Kaisoon proved to have some good resistance. The progeny of Hadban Enzahi expressed his energy and power, while the Kaisoon’s one showed good temperament, docile disposition and flexibility that made it suitable for the most demanding tests. The blood combination of these three stallions led to excellent results in the Arabian Horse German breeding, proving to be vital for future generations.

Talal

(Tilal) The Saklawi Jedran Ibn Sudan gray stallion, Talal (Tilal) (Nazeer x Zaafarana by Balance) was born on September 17th, 1957 in El Zahraa and died in the U.S.A. on December 24th, 1984. He comes from the family of Ghazala through her daughter Ghadia (Radia), a gray mare born on March 3rd, 1904, at the farm of Sheikh Obeyd; she was then donated to R.A.S. in 1917. Ghazala was a grey mare born in May or in June 1896 from the herd owned by Ali Bey Pasha Sherif. She was a daughter of Ibn Sherara and Bint Helwa and she was purchased by Wilfrid and Lady Anne Blunt on December 14th, 1896 and sold again to Colonel Spencer Borden in September 1909 in the U.S.A. In 1958 the colt Talal went sold to I. Jawahirgi and as soon as he had reached his topic moment, he was put in the races where he demonstrated his great sprinter qualities; Talal participated in 46 races, gaining 6 victories and placing himself for 12 times. In those years in Whittier, California, there existed Kline Arabians owned by Mr. James M. Kline and his wife Eloise, who was one of the founders of the Pyramid Society. This important breeding farm born in the early sixties remained in place until 1991, year in which James M. Kline got sick, and died later on 23rd August 1995. In 1967, Jim Kline had been to Egypt to look for a stallion and reached his goal when he found Talal, who was the son of Nazeer, and his mother was Zaafarana, a daughter of Balance, the stallion who held the record of victories in flat racing. At that time, the owner of Talal was Sara F. Loken, an American citizen who in 1964 was working in Egypt with her husband Robert D. Loken. Talal along with another son of Nazeer, Fahker El Din, (1960) out of Moniet El Nefous, the stallion Anwar, (1963) (Morafic x Ghazza) and the mare Bint Ghazella (1959) (Sid Abouhom x Ghazala I) had been registered by the Lokens for export

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(Tilal) Stallone grigio Saklawi Jedran Ibn Sudan, Talal (Tilal) (Nazeer x Zaafarana da Balance) è nato il 17 Settembre 1957 a El Zahraa e deceduto negli U.S.A. il 24 Dicembre 1984, proviene dalla famiglia di Ghazala attraverso sua figlia Ghadia (Radia), una grigia nata il 3 Marzo 1904 nell’allevamento di Sheykh Obeyd, poi regalata alla R.A.S. nel 1917. Ghazala era una grigia nata nel Maggio o Giugno 1896 nell’allevamento di Ali Bey Pasha Sherif, figlia di Ibn Sherara e Bint Helwa; fu acquistata da Wilfrid e Lady Anne Blunt il 14 Dicembre 1896 e rivenduta al Colonnello Spencer Borden negli U.S.A. nel Settembre 1909. Il puledro Talal nel 1958 fu venduto a I. Jawahirgi e appena giunto il suo momento fu messo nelle corse dove dimostrò le sue doti di grande velocista; partecipò a 46 corse ottenendo 6 vittorie e piazzandosi 12 volte. In quegli anni a Whittier, in California, c’era Kline Arabians di Mr. James M. Kline e sua moglie Eloise, che fu uno dei fondatori della Pyramid Society. Questo importante allevameno nato nei primi anni sessanta è rimasto in essere fino al 1991, quando James M. Kline si ammalò, per poi morire il 23 Agosto 1995. Nel 1967 Jim Kline andò in Egitto a cercare uno stallone e raggiunse il suo obiettivo quando trovò Talal, che era figlio di Nazeer e sua 13 madre Zaafarana era una figlia di Balance, lo stallone che deteneva il record delle vittorie nelle corse in piano. In quel momento, la proprietaria di Talal era Sara F. Loken, una cittadina americana che nel 1964 andò per lavoro in Egitto con suo marito Robert D. Loken. Talal insieme all’altro figlio di Nazeer, Fahker El Din 1960 da Moniet El Nefous, lo stallone Anwar 1963(Morafic x Ghazza) e la fattrice Bint Ghazella 1959(Sid Abouhom x Ghazala I) erano stati iscritti dai Loken per l’esportazione negli U.S.A nel Maggio 1967, sfortunatamente l’esportazione fu difficile perché c’era il caos della Guerra dei sei giorni contro Israele e la conseguente chiusura delle frontiere, così i cavalli rimasero bloccati ai moli di carico con il rischio di essere uccisi. Sara Loken chiese aiuto a Jim Kline negli U.S.A. che riuscì a sbloccare la situazione, così i cavalli partirono con l’ultima nave che attraversava il Canale di Suez prima che fosse chiuso. Jim Kline comprò Talal nell’Aprile 1968 da Sara Loken facendo un contratto di affitto con opzione di acquisto, così questo figlio di Nazeer, al suo undicesimo anno di vita, arrivò alle scuderie di Kline Arabians a Chino, California e diventò il fondamento di quest’allevamento per 17 anni durante i quali produsse 211 puledri. Talal era una perla bianca piena di grazia ed eleganza, forte e bilanciato, nel complesso molto corretto e generoso di carattere, oltre al suo bell’aspetto era anche un grande atleta. All’età di 12 anni iniziò a presentarsi negli shows americani, diventando Reserve Champion Stallion a Scottsdale e U.S. National Top Ten Stallion. Talal è padre di molti campioni e i figli, a loro volta, hanno prodotto Campioni Nazionali come l’U.S. Top Ten Futurity Cutting “Sham El Talal”; la 1994,1995, 1996 U.S. e Canadian

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purposes in the U.S.A. in May 1967; unfortunately their export turned out to be a complicated matter since the Six Days War against Israel had left much chaos with consequent borders closing; so the horses got stuck at the loading docks at the risk of being killed. Sara Loken sought help from Jim Kline in the U.S.A. who managed to unblock the situation, so the horses were eventually embarked on the last ship that was to cross the Suez Canal before its closure. Jim Kline bought Talal 14 from Sara Loken in April 1968 making a contract of lease with a clause to purchase; so this son of Nazeer, at the age of eleven, arrived at the stables of Kline Arabians in Chino, California, and he became the foundation stallion on this breeding farm for 17 years, during which he produced 211 foals. Talal was a white pearl full of grace and elegance. He was strong and balanced, very correct on the whole and endowed with a generous disposition. In addition to being fine-looking, he was also a great athlete. At the age of 12 he began to make his appearance on the American shows, becoming Reserve Champion Stallion in Scottsdale and U.S. National Top Ten Stallion. Talal is the sire of many champions and his sons, in their turn, have produced National Champions such as: U.S. Top Ten Futurity Cutting ‘Sham El Talal’; the 1994, 1995, 1996 U.S. and Canadian Top Ten Mare, 1997 U.S. Nat. Res. Champion, 1997 U.S. Nat. Ch. Mare AAO ‘Tulle El Jamaal’; U.S. Top Ten Sweepstakes Colt, Zimpulse, and the U.S.. National Champion Hunter and Jumper, Farleeze. Talal is also full brother to Ansata Bint Zaafarana, about whom we will talk more extensively later on. She was the dam of 4 Champions including Canadian Top Ten Stallion Ansata Ali Pasha, and the U.S. Top Ten Stallion, Ansata El Nisr. This white stallion was not promoted for external breedings so Talal’s first product was to be born on a foggy morning in January 1969 at Kline Arabians. This was the filly Talya out of Hoda II, 1963 (Alaa El Din x Fathia) a mare imported from Egypt. Talya became an important broodmare who founded a dynasty. Her daughter Talyla (1980) by Ansata Shah Zaman is the mother of the ‘Three Graces’: Sultry (1986) by Sultann; Noble Sefra (1989) by Ruminaja Bahjat, and Antigua Dance (1987) by Ruminaja Bahjat. I am keen to highlight that Antigua Dance is the dam of Marquis I (1993) by Makhsous, one of the best existing stallions, under the care of Kehilan Arabians. Talya also produced the important stallion Talmaal (1977) by Amaal. Additional famous daughters of Talal are: Talicia (1972) out of Hoda II, who had influence in the U.S.A. and Australia; Taleeba (1972) out of Lebleba, who also had international influence and produced mostly in France and Brazil; Talara (1973) out of Lebleba, with offspring in the U.S.A., South Africa and South America. Perhaps, Talal’s most famous daughter was the beautiful Talgana (1978) out of

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Top Ten Mare, 1997 U.S. Nat. Res. Ch. Mare e 1997 U.S. Nat. Ch. Mare AAO “Tulle El Jamaal”; l’U.S. Top Ten Sweepstakes Colt, Zimpulse e l’U.S. National Champion Hunter e Jumper, Farleeze. Talal è anche il fratello pieno di Ansata Bint Zaafarana, della quale parleremo più avanti, madre di 4 Campioni compresi il Canadian Top Ten Stallion, Ansata Ali

Pasha e l’U.S. Top Ten Stallion, Ansata El Nisr. Questo stallone bianco non fu promosso per fare monte esterne e il primo prodotto di Talal nacque in una nebbiosa mattina del Gennaio 1969 a Kline Arabians, era la puledra Talya dalla fattrice importata dall’Egitto Hoda II 1963(Alaa El Din x Fathia). Talya diventò una fattrice importante che fondò una dinastia; sua figlia Talyla 1980 da Ansata Shah Zaman, è la madre delle “tre grazie” Sultry 1986 da Sultann, Noble Sefra 1989 da Ruminaja Bahjat e Antigua Dance 1987 da Ruminaja Bahjat. Evidenzio che Antigua Dance è la madre di Marquis I 1993 da Makhsous, uno dei migliori stalloni esistenti, sotto le cure di Kehilan Arabians. Talya ha anche prodotto l’importante stallone Talmaal 1977 da Amaal. Altre rinomate figlie di Talal sono: Talicia 1972 da Hoda II, che ha avuto influenza negli U.S.A. e in Australia; Taleeba 1972 da Lebleba, anche lei di influenza internazionale, ha prodotto in Francia e Brasile; Talara 1973 da Lebleba, con discendenti in U.S.A., Sud Africa e Sud America. Forse la più famosa figlia di Talal fu la bella Talgana 1978 da Morgana, sempre ricordata come la madre del magnifico stallone sauro Tammen 1982 da Abenhetep, l’amato incomparabile riproduttore del defunto attore Patrick Swayze. Le figlie e nipoti di Tammen sono state vincitrici di livello Nazionale oltre a segnare vittorie nell’Egyptian Event. Talal ha prodotto anche ottimi stalloni, tra i suoi figli desidero ricordare lo Straight Egyptian Ibn Talal 1978 da Bint Mona, uno stallone di grande grazia ed eleganza, oltre al bel baio golden cross Talagato 1970, figlio della Spagnola Agata III 1961(Malvito x Famula). Talagato è stato Canadian Reserve

Morgana. The latter shall always be remembered for being the dam of the magnificent chestnut stallion Tammen (1982) by Abenhetep, the beloved unparalleled reproducer of departed actor Patrick Swayze. Tammen’s daughters and grandsons were winners at a National level as well as very successful horses within the Egyptian Event. Talal also produced excellent stallions. Among his sons I would like to recall the Straight Egyptian Ibn Talal (1978) out of Bint Mona, a stallion of inspiring grace and elegance, in addition to the handsome bay golden cross Talagato (1970), a son of the Spanish Agata III, 1961 (Malvito x Famula ). Talagato was Canadian Reserve National Champion Stallion, the sire of 174 foals, among which there were to be National Champions in halter and western pleasure.

Ansata Ibn Halima

When traveling to American Arabian Horses Studs, Donald L. and Judith Forbis also visited Babson Arabian Farm in Illinois, where they found the descendants of the first imported crop of horses from Egypt in 1932, which can be compared to the type of horses from E.A.O. (Egyptian Agricultural Organization); and the Forbis were convinced that the horses from El Zahraa could make a positive contribution to the world of the American Arabian Horse. So during the Fall 1959, Don and Judi Forbis went to pick up three foals arrived from Egypt at the Port of Wilmington, in North Carolina. Judi had photographed them before departure and she had used the photographs to advertise this import in the press. After the quarantine period and various adventures, including an accident, the three foals were safely transported to Chickasha in Oklahoma. The city was home to the Forbis and the foals were accommodated in a rented stable near their farm. At this point they decided that the name of the stud farm would be Ansata, synonymous with fertility; in fact the symbol is a key with a special form that in ancient Egypt was known as life-key. So, to the name that the horses had already in Egypt, the Forbis added their prefix and their foals were called: Ansata Bint Zaafarana (1958) (Nazeer x Zaafarana), Ansata Bint Mabrouka (1958) (Nazeer x Mabrouka) and Ansata Ibn Halima (1958) (Nazeer x Halima), who all would become milestones in the world of the Arabian Horse. Ansata Ibn Halima was a Dahman Shahwan coming from the gray Farida, a broodmare born on April 11th, 1921 at the Manial stables owned by Prince Mohammed Ali and later she was purchased by R.A.S. (Royal Agricultural Society). The sire of this broodmare, who lived until August 18th, 1944, was Saklawi II (Saklawi I x El Dahama) and her dam was Nadra El Saghira (Samhan x Nadra El Kebira). With his good attitude, kindness and nobility inherited from his parents, the gray Ansata Ibn Halima had a classic type, his overall figure was superb and balanced, his back was short and strong, his croup wide and leveled with a powerful body. His very exotic head was short and wide, with big and kind eyes placed very distant from each other. He was all quality! After the colts had settled down in Chickasha, the Forbis had to go to work in Libya, so they entrusted their horses with the father of Don. In 1962, while away from home, Don and Judi wrote several articles which were part of a collection entitled ‘The Arabian Horses of Egypt’ for ‘Arabian Horse World’, and they advertised their horses by publishing many photographs taken in El Zahraa. Many curious breeders came and visited the Forbis’ horses and Ansata Ibn Halima was first to be requested for breedings with outside mares.

National Champion Stallion, padre di 174 figli, tra i quali figurano Campioni Nazionali in halter e western pleasure.

Ansata Ibn Halima

Nel viaggiare per gli allevamenti americani di Cavalli Arabi, Donald L. e Judith Forbis visitarono anche Babson Arabian Farm in Illinois, dove trovarono i discendenti della prima importazione di cavalli dall’Egitto del 1932, comparabili al tipo dei cavalli dell’E.A.O. (Egyptian Agricultural Organization) ed i Forbis si convinsero che i cavalli di El Zahraa potevano dare un contributo positivo al mondo del Cavallo Arabo americano. Fu così che nell’Autunno del 1959 al porto di Wilmington in North Carolina Don e Judi Forbis andarono a ritirare tre puledri arrivati dall’Egitto, che Judi aveva fotografato prima della partenza e utilizzò le fotografie per dare pubblicità a questa importazione, tramite la stampa. Dopo il periodo di quarantena e varie peripezie, compreso un incidente, i tre puledri furono trasportati sani e salvi a Chickasha in Oklahoma, la città ove era la casa di Don Forbis e furono sistemati in una scuderia presa in affitto vicino alla loro fattoria. A questo punto decisero il nome dell’allevamento che fu chiamato Ansata, sinonimo di fertilità, infatti il simbolo è una chiave di forma particolare che nell’antico Egitto era conosciuta come la chiave della vita, così al nome che avevano in Egitto i Forbis aggiunsero il loro prefisso e i puledri si chiamarono: Ansata Bint Zaafarana 1958 (Nazeer x Zaafarana), Ansata Bint Mabrouka 1958 (Nazeer x Mabrouka) e Ansata Ibn Halima 1958 (Nazeer x Halima), che diventeranno pietre miliari del Cavallo Arabo nel mondo. Ansata Ibn Halima era un Dahman Shahwan che proveniva dalla grigia Farida, una fattrice nata l’11 Aprile 1921 alle Manial stables del Principe Mohammed Ali e più tardi fu acquistata dalla R.A.S. (Royal Agricoltural Society). Il padre di questa fattrice, vissuta fino al 18 Agosto 1944, era Saklawi II (Saklawi I x El Dahama) e la madre era Nadra El Saghira (Samhan x Nadra El Kebira). Con la sua buona attitudine, gentilezza e nobiltà ereditate dai genitori, il grigio Ansata Ibn Halima aveva un tipo classico, la sua figura nel complesso era superba ed equilibrata, il dorso corto e forte, la groppa ampia e livellata con il corpo potente. La sua testa molto esotica era corta e larga, con occhi grandi e gentili posti molto distanti tra loro. Era tutta qualità. Dopo sistemati i Puledri a Chickasha i Forbis dovettero andare in Libia per lavoro, così lasciarono i puledri in consegna al padre di Don. Nel 1962, mentre Don e Judi Forbis erano lontani scrissero diversi articoli facenti parte di una serie intitolata “The Arabian Horses of Egypt” per “Arabian Horse World” facendo pubblicità ai loro cavalli e utilizzando molte fotografie fatte a El Zahraa. Molti allevatori incuriositi visitarono i cavalli dei Forbis e Ansata Ibn Halima ebbe le prime richieste per le monte a fattrici esterne. Il primo figlio di Ansata Ibn Halima fu Hadaen, un puledro grigio nato nell’Aprile del 1964 e allevato da Willie May Woodruff di Ardmore in Oklahoma. Una puledra di nome Salina e allevata da Mark M. Mayo di Beaver, Oklahoma, nacque in Maggio e a Giugno nacque una puledra grigia di nome Malima Heloo, allevata da Eber e Margueritte Piers, sempre di Ardmore. Ancora nel 1964 dai Forbis, accoppiate con Ansata Ibn Halima, Ansata Bint Zaafarana e Ansata Bint Mabrouka hanno dato alla luce due puledri grigi che diventeranno importanti stalloni; dalla prima nacque Ansata Ali Pasha che

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The first son of Ansata Ibn Halima was Hadaen, a gray colt born in April 1964 and raised by Willie May Woodruff from Ardmore in Oklahoma. A filly named Salina, bred by Mark M. Mayo from Beaver, Oklahoma, was born in May, and in June a gray filly named Malima Heloo was also born; she was bred by Eber and Margueritte Piers from Ardmore as well. Still in 1964, at the Forbis’, Ansata Bint Zaafarana and Ansata Bint Mabrouka both coupled with Ansata Ibn Halima, gave birth to two gray foals who would become important stallions; the former gave birth to Ansata Ali Pasha, who was the first product at Ansata Arabian Stud, while the latter popped out Ansata Abbas Pasha. 1964 was also the year in which Don Forbis decided to present Ansata Ibn Halima onto the shows. Earlier that same year, the Forbis had been to Cairo to meet their friends Douglas B. and Margaret Marshall from Gleannloch Farms, Spring, Texas and their trainers Tom and Rhita McNair, who were looking for horses after the first imports made in 1962. Doug Marshall had quickly realized the potential of Ansata Ibn Halima and offered the Forbis to take him to Gleannloch where he would operate as a breeding stallion on their mares, whilst the McNairs would take care of bringing the horse to the shows. Don and Judi Forbis agreed because it would have been complicated to manage the stallion for breedings. Ansata Ibn Halima’show career was remarkable and among the many victories he was: Winner of the Legion of Merit; three times U.S. National Top Ten Stallion in Halter in 1966, 1967 and 1969; Region VI Park Champion; U.S. National Top 10 Horse Park. He was also the sire of National Champion Stallion Ansata Ibn Sudan, and of the U.S. National Champion Mare Fa Halima. Among his descendants, there were 14 National Winners and more than 30 horses produced National Winners. In 1973, being tired of their nomadic life, Don and Judi Forbis bought a piece of land near Lufkin in eastern Texas where they built their company, so finally they realized their dream in 1958. Later in his age, in 1981, Ansata Ibn Halima was a colicky horse. He was rushed to the Texas A & M University where he was treated always managing to overcome colic crises. Meanwhile, the Forbis had bought their 450-acre ranch in Mena, Arkansas, which was to be the last headquarter of Ansata Arabian Stud. In September 1981, Judi accompanied Ansata Ibn Halima to his last home in Arkansas. In a week time the old horse had a new colic. He was promptly cured and when he seemed to be improving, he died suddenly on September 17th, 1981, upon completion of his twenty-third birthday. Out of his 222 sons registered in volume 45 of the Stud Book, we recall the aforementioned

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fu il primo prodotto nato all’Ansata Arabian Stud, mentre la seconda partorì Ansata Abbas Pasha. Il 1964 è stato anche l’anno in cui Don Forbis decise di presentare Ansata Ibn Halima agli shows. All’inizio di questo stesso anno, I Forbis andarono al Cairo a incontrare i loro amici Douglas B. e Margaret Marshall di Gleannloch Farms, Spring, Texas ed i loro trainers Tom e Rhita McNair, 15 che erano alla ricerca di cavalli, dopo la prima importazione fatta nel 1962. Doug Marshall aveva capito subito il potenziale di Ansata Ibn Halima e offrì ai Forbis di portarlo a Gleannloch dove avrebbe funzionato come stallone sulle loro fattrici e i McNair si sarebbero occupati di portare il cavallo negli shows. Don e Judi Forbis concordarono perché sarebbe stato complicato gestire lo stallone per le monte. La carriera degli shows di Ansata Ibn Halima fu notevole e tra le tante vittorie fu: Vincitore della Legione di Merito; per tre volte U.S.A. National Top Ten Stallion in Halter, nel 1966, 1967 e 1969; Region VI Park Champion; U.S.A National Top 10 Park Horse. Padre dell’U.S. National Champion Stallion Ansata Ibn Sudan e della U.S. National Champion Mare Fa Halima. Tra le sue produzioni ci sono 14 Vincitori Nazionali e più di 30 hanno prodotto Vincitori Nazionali. Stanchi della loro vita nomade, nel 1973 Don e Judi Forbis acquistarono un terreno vicino Lufkin nell’est del Texas dove costruirono la loro azienda, così finalmente si realizzava il loro sogno del 1958. Ormai avanti con l’età, nel 1981 Ansata Ibn Halima ebbe una serie di coliche, fu portato di corsa alla Texas A & M University dove fu curato riuscendo sempre a superare le crisi. Nel frattempo I Forbis avevano acquistato il loro ranch di 450 acri a Mena in 16 Arkansas, ultima sede dell’Ansata Arabian Stud. Nel Settembre 1981 Judi accompagnò Ansata Ibn Halima alla sua ultima dimora in Arkansas, nell’arco di una settimana il vecchio cavallo ebbe di nuovo una colica, fu subito curato e quando sembrava stesse migliorando, improvvisamente morì il 17 Settembre 1981, al compimento del suo ventitreesimo compleanno. Dei suoi 222 figli registrati nel volume 45 dello Stud Book, ricordiamo i già citati Ansata Ali Pasha 1964 da Ansata Bint Zaafarana, 1968 Canadian Top Ten Stallion e Ansata Abbas Pasha 1964 da Ansata Bint Mabrouka, 1983 European Reserve Champion Stallion; poi Ansata Ibn Sudan 1965 da Ansata Bint Mabrouka, 1969 U.S. Top Ten Stallion e 1971 U.S. National Champion Stallion; Halin 1965 da Bel Lindah, 1974 U.S. Top Ten Stallion; Mohssen 1966 da Bint Mona, 1972 Canadian Top Ten Stallion; El Hilal 1966 da Bint Nefisaa, 1974 Canadian Top Ten Stallion, 1975

Ansata Ali Pasha (1964) out of 17 Ansata Bint Zaafarana, 1968 Canadian Top Ten Stallion; and Ansata Abbas Pasha (1964) out of Ansata Bint Mabrouka, 1983 European Reserve C h a mp i o n Stallion; then Ansata Ibn Sudan (1965) out of Ansata Bint Mabrouka, 1969 U.S. Top Ten Stallion and 1971 U.S. National Champion Stallion; Halin (1965) out of Bel Lindah, 1974 U.S. Top Ten Stallion; Mohssen (1966) out of Bint Mona, 1972 Canadian Top Ten Stallion; El Hilal (1966) out of Bint Nefisaa, 1974 Canadian Top Ten Stallion, 1975 U.S. Top Ten Stallion and 1976 Canadian Top Ten Stallion; Rahalima (1966) out of Bint Rahma, 1970 and 1971 U.S Top Ten. Park; Ansata el Nisr (1967) out of Ansata Bint Zaafarana, 1978 U.S. Top Ten Stallion; Halima Sahib (1968) out of Mor-Bal Rae, 1974 and 1976 U.S. Top Ten Stallion; Fa Halima (1970) out of Sabrah, 1979 U.S. Top Ten Mare, 1970 U.S. National Champion Mare and 1980 Canadian National Reserve Champion Mare; AK Atallah (1972) out of Alnahr Mon Ami, 1978 European Reserve Champion Mare; Jumana El Halima (1974) out of Rama Jane, 1978 U.S. Top Ten Mare; Ansata Halim Bey (1976) out of Ansata Damietta, 1979 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Stallion; Mizan Taj Halim (1977) out of HH April Love, 1980 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Stallion, 1980 Canadian National Champion Futurity Stallion, 1983 European Senior Champion Stallion and 1983 World Champion Stallion; El Halimaar (1980) out of RDM Maar Hala, 1983 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Colt, Class A Halter Champion, Grand Champion Stallion, several Most Classic Championships, Winner of the 1986 19 Egyptian Event Get-Of-Sire; Ansata Halim Shah (1980) out of Ansata Rosetta, 1983 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Colt and 1983 World Junior Reserve Champion Stallion. This is how the long list ends, although I should have mentioned many other sons of Ansata Ibn Halima who were to leave their mark on the Arabian horse worldwide.

U.S. Top Ten Stallion e 1976 Canadian Top Ten Stallion; Rahalima 1966 da Bint Rahma, 1970 e 1971 U.S. Top Ten Park; Ansata el Nisr 1967 da Ansata Bint Zaafarana, 1978 U.S. Top Ten Stallion; Halima Sahib 1968 da Mor-Bal Rae, 1974 e 1976 U.S. Top Ten Stallion; Fa Halima 1970 da Sabrah, 1979 U.S. Top Ten Mare, 1970 U.S. National Champion Mare e 1980 Canadian National Reserve Champion Mare; AK Atallah 1972 da Alnahr Mon Ami, 1978 European Reserve Champion Mare; Jumana El Halima 1974 da Rama Jane, 1978 U.S. Top Ten Mare; Ansata Halim Bey 1976 da Ansata Damietta, 1979

Morafic

Morafic 19.3.1956 (Nazeer x Mabrouka) era uno stallone grigio di stirpe Seglawi Jedran Ibn Soudan dalla famiglia della saura Om Dalal 1899 (Sabbah x Bint Roda), che fu allevata dal Principe Ahmed Kemal e venduta dal suo erede Principe Yusuf al Principe Mohammed Ali.

Morafic 19.03.1956 (Nazeer x Mabrouka) was a gray stallion belonging to the Seglawi Jedran Ibn Soudan lineage and coming from the family of the chestnut Om Dalal 1899 (Sabbah x Bint Roda), who was raised by Prince Kemal Ahmed Yusuf and sold to Prince Mohammed Ali by his heir

U.S. Top Ten Futurity Stallion; Mizan Taj Halim 1977 da HH April Love,1980 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Stallion, 1980 Canadian National Champion Futurity Stallion , 1983 European Senior Champion Stallion e 1983 World Champion Stallion; El Halimaar 1980 da RDM Maar Hala, 1983 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Colt, Classe A Halter Champion, Grand Champion Stallion, diversi Most Classic Championships, vincitore del 1986 Egyptian Event Get-Of-Sire; Ansata Halim Shah 1980 da Ansata Rosetta, 1983 U.S. Top Ten Futurity Colt e 1983 World Reserve Champion Junior Stallion. Chiudiamo qui il lungo elenco, anche se dovremmo parlare di molti altri figli di Ansata Ibn Halima che hanno lasciato il loro marchio nel Cavallo Arabo a livello mondiale.

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Prince Yusuf. In 1964, Douglas B. and Margaret Marshall, owners of Gleannloch Farms Arabian Stud in Texas - in their tireless efforts to find the best Arabian horses - went on a long journey in search for horses in the Middle East to develop their breeding program. After having spent about a month traveling around Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and Saudi Arabia, they went to Egypt where they met Tom and Ritha McNair. Before their arrival in Egypt, they knew very well the reputation of Morafic, a stallion who was the national pride and had already produced some fifty foals among males and females. When the McNairs first visited El Zahraa Stud, they were not at all impressed by the horses they saw; their eyes were not accustomed to seeing what they had in front of them, but with each passing day, their eyes got used to the characteristics of those horses with beautiful lean heads, high and flagged tails, good shoulders with strong withers and, eventually, they got ravished by them. The more they saw Morafic and his productions, the more they were convinced he was the stallion they needed to infuse his particular type and quality in the breeding of Gleannloch. The Marshalls and the McNairs noticed the quality of Morafic’s foals and of some other stallions which they wished to import and got convinced about their importance. Douglas B. Marshall described Morafic like the horse that you try to breed for a lifetime but you will never know whether or not you have been successful. It took a year of complex negotiations because the E.A.O.’s officers (Egyptian Agricultural Organization) were reluctant to give up Morafic and if they let him go, that was only thanks to the respect that the Marshalls enjoyed in the Middle East. Leaving from El Zahraa,where he was to produce 58 foals (31 males and 27 females) Morafic was exported to the U.S.A. on April 4th, 1965 after a long quarantine. He soon became the pillar of Gleannloch Farm in Spring (Texas). This particular stallion arrived from Egypt was immediately offered for external breedings to other farmers at a rate of $ 1,000 each, which the following year would rise up to $ 5000, a staggering figure for that time, and in 1967 he was finally retired from the breeding public service to be used solely at the Marshalls’ breeding station. But those two years had been sufficient to Morafic in order to become a legendary stallion; in fact, he was classified as the ‘Living Legend’ of the Straight Egyptian Horse in 1969. This legendary stallion was 2nd Place Aged Stallion at the Scottsdale Show in 1966; Champion Park Horse in Oklahoma at the Arabian Spring Show in 1966; Champion Stallion at Houston Livestock Show in 1967. His show career was quite short; when he was away from Gleannloch, Morafic was used to wearing himself, so the Marshalls preferred not to risk given his importance for their farm. However, in October 1973, when the Gulf Coast Arabian Horse Show hosted this historic stallion, Morafic was presented at the show and he performed with two other

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Nel 1964, Douglas B. e Margaret Marshall, proprietari di Gleannloch Farms Arabian Stud in Texas, nell’instancabile ricerca dei migliori Cavalli Arabi per sviluppare il loro programma allevatoriale, erano in un lungo viaggio alla ricerca di cavalli in Medio Oriente e dopo avere trascorso circa un mese tra Giordania, Siria, Libano, Iraq e Arabia Saudita, andarono in Egitto, dove s’incontrarono con Tom e Rhita McNair. Prima che loro arrivassero in Egitto, conoscevano molto bene la reputazione di Morafic, uno stallone che era l’orgoglio nazionale e che aveva già prodotto una cinquantina di figli tra maschi e femmine. Quando i McNair visitarono per primi El Zahraa Stud, non sono stati colpiti a pieno dai cavalli presenti; i loro occhi non erano allenati a vedere quello che avevano davanti, ma con il passare dei giorni, il loro sguardo si è aperto alle caratteristiche di quei cavalli con le belle teste asciutte, code alte e arcuate, buone spalle con garrese forte e ne furono conquistati. Più vedevano Morafic e le sue produzioni, più si convincevano che era lo stallone di cui avevano bisogno per infondere il suo particolare tipo e qualità nell’allevamento di Gleannloch. 20 I Marshall e i McNair videro la qualità dei puledri di Morafic e di qualche altro stallone che desideravano importare e furono convinti della loro importanza. Douglas B. Marshall descrisse Morafic come il cavallo che si prova ad allevare per tutta la vita e che non saprai mai se ci riuscirai. Impiegarono un anno di complesse trattative perché gli ufficiali dell’E.A.O. (Egyptian Agricultural Organization) erano riluttanti a cedere Morafic e lo lasciarono andare soltanto per il rispetto che i Marshall godevano in Medio Oriente. Così Morafic, fu esportato negli U.S.A. il 4 Aprile 1965, partito da El Zahraa, dove ha prodotto 58 figli (31 maschi e 27 femmine), dopo una lunga quarantena, divenne l’architrave di Gleannloch Farms a Spring in Texas. Questo particolare stallone, arrivato dall’Egitto, fu subito offerto per le monte agli altri allevatori a un tasso di 1.000 dollari, che l’anno successivo diventarono 5.000, una cifra sbalorditiva per quel tempo, e nel 1967 fu definitivamente ritirato dal servizio di monta pubblica, per essere impiegato esclusivamente nell’allevamento dei Marshall. Quei due anni però, erano bastati perché Morafic si preparasse a diventare uno stallone leggendario, infatti, fu classificato “Living Legend” del Cavallo Straight Egyptian nel 1969. Questo leggendario stallone è stato 2nd Place Aged Stallion a Scottsdale Show 1966, Champion Park Horse a Oklahoma Spring Arabian Show 1966 e Champion Stallion a Houston Livestock Show 1967, la sua carriera negli shows è stata piuttosto breve; quando era lontano da Gleannloch si logorava e i Marshall preferivano non rischiare, data la sua importanza per la loro scuderia. Comunque, nell’Ottobre 1973, quando il Gulf Coast Arabian Horse ospitò questo storico stallone,

world famous sons of Nazeer: Ansata Ibn Halima and Talal. It was a memorable occasion to admire three Monarchs of the Arabian Horse World altogether. Morafic died on March 18th, 1974 following an operation for a suspected colic. He left 151 foals in the United States. He was the sire of 30 U.S.A. and Canadian champions (the highest award that an Arabian Horse could strive for), grandsire of 50 horses, among which there was Sakr, 01.01.1968 (Sultan x Enayat) who won 123 championships in different classes; great-grandsire of 29 National Champions and great-great-grandsire of 11 more Champions according to data compiled in 1986. This horse, with 435 championships won by his descendants, according to an old estimate, is probably one of the best stallions of all time and today his influence is still dominant around the globe. Among the daughters of Morafic we shall remember: Nahlah (1962) out of Mohga, who seized the heart of the Americans, being Reserve Champion Mare in halter in 1967, and presented in performance by Tom and Ritha McNair, she consistently won in the show rings, including the Legion of Merit and six Top Ten National Awards. Muna (1968) out of Bint Mona, became U.S. National Futurity Champion Mare. A grandson of Morafic, Nihal 1966 (Anter x Neamat) collected national victories both in English and Western Pleasure. Additional well-known sons of Morafic were: Farag (1962) out of Bint Kateefa; Ghalion (1965) out of Lubna; Maddah (1966) out of Maysa; Madkour (1964) out of Maisa and Shaker el Masri (1963) out of Zebeda in Europe; Burhan (1963) out of Mouna in Morocco. In America, there were: Al Fattah (1969) out of Safaa; Al Metrabbi (1967) out of Sammara, who was 1970 U.S. National Futurity Champion Stallion, 1976 U.S. National Top Ten Trail Horse, and Winner of the Legion of Merit award; Amaal (1968) out of Bint Maisa El Saghira; Ansata Shah Zaman (1968) out of Ansata Bint Mabrouka; Ibn El Moniet Nefous (1964) out of Moniet El Nefous; Ibn Morafic (1973) out of Kahramana, who was Winner of the Supreme Merit Award, U.S. National Champion Stallion Futurity in 1975; U.S. Top Ten in English Pleasure and Canadian Top Ten Stallion in 1978, and Winner of several Most Classic classes. Khofo (1965) out of Nabilahh; Mosry (1972) out of Sanaaa; Refky (1963) out of Rafica; Shah Nishan (1974) out of Kahramana, who was 1977 Region 18 Champion Stallion, 1977 U.S. National Top Ten Futurity Colt, 1979 Region 18 Champion Stallion, 1982 Canadian National Champion Stallion, 7 times Class A Champion Stallion and Legion of Honor. Shaikh Al Badi (1969) out of Bin Maisa El Saghira, who was Winner of several class A halter championships and U.S. National Futurity Reserve Champion when he was three years old; finally, The Egyptian Prince (1967) by Bint Mona. It was precisely Morafic’s indisputable quality, and that of other 64 Arabian horses imported from Egypt, which prompted the Marshalls to decide that their contribution in preserving

Morafic fu presentato allo show ed esibito con altri due figli di Nazeer di fama mondiale: Ansata Ibn Halima e Talal. Fu una memorabile occasione di vedere insieme tre Monarchi del Cavallo Arabo mondiale. Morafic è deceduto il 18 Marzo 1974 a seguito di un’operazione per una sospetta colica, dopo avere lasciato 151 figli negli Stati Uniti, è padre di 30 campioni U.S.A. e Canadesi (il massimo riconoscimento cui, un Cavallo Arabo poteva aspirare), nonno di altri 50, di cui uno, Sakr 1.1.1968(Sultan x Enayat) che ha vinto ben 123 campionati nelle differenti classi; bisnonno di 29 Campioni Nazionali e trisnonno di altri 11, secondo i dati compilati nel 1986. Questo cavallo, con 435 campionati vinti dai suoi discendenti, secondo una vecchia stima, è probabilmente uno dei migliori stalloni di tutti i tempi e oggi la sua influenza è ancora dominante intorno al globo. Tra le figlie di Morafic ricordiamo Nahlah 1962 da Mohga che catturò il cuore degli Americani, diventando Reserve Champion Mare in halter nel 1967 e presentata da Tom e Rhita McNair in performance, costantemente vinse negli show rings, incluso la Legione di Merito e sei Top Ten National Awards. Il Muna 1968 da Bint Mona diventò U.S. National 21 Futurity Champion Mare. Una nipote di Morafic, Nihal 1966 (Anter x Neamat) ha raccolto vittorie Nazionali in English e Western Pleasure. Altri figli di Morafic molto conosciuti erano: Farag 1962 da Bint Kateefa, Ghalion 1965 da Lubna, Maddah 1966 da Maysa, Madkour 1964 da Maisa e Shaker el Masri 1963 da Zebeda in Europa; Burhan 1963 da Mouna in Marocco e in America: Al Fattah 1969 da Safaa; Al Metrabbi 1967 da Sammara, 1970 U.S. National Futurity Champion Stallion e 1976 U.S. National Top Ten Trail Horse, vincitore della Legion of Merit award; Amaal 1968 da Bint Maisa El Saghira; Ansata Shah Zaman 1968 da Ansata Bint Mabrouka; Ibn Moniet El Nefous 1964 da Moniet El Nefous; Ibn Morafic 1973 da Kahramana, vincitore di Supreme Merit Award, nominato U.S. National Champion Futurity Stallion nel 1975, U.S. Top Ten in English Pleasure and Canadian Top Ten Stallion nel 1978, vincitore di numerose Most Classic classes; Khofo 1965 da Nabilahh; Mosry 1972 da Sanaaa; Refky 1963 da Rafica; Shah Nishan 1974 da Kahramana, 1977 Region 18 Champion Stallion, 1977 U.S. National Top Ten Futurity Colt, 1979 Region 18 Champion Stallion, 1982 Canadian National Champion Stallion, 7 volte Class A Champion Stallion, Legion of Honor; Shaikh Al Badi 1969 da Bin Maisa El Saghira, vincitore di diversi class A halter championships e U.S. National Futurity Reserve Champion a tre anni ; The Egyptian Prince 1967 da Bint Mona. Furono proprio le indiscutibili qualità di Morafic e di altri 64 Cavalli Arabi importati dall’Egitto, che spinse i Marshall a prendere la decisione che il loro contributo nel preservare e promuovere il PSA, sarebbe stato basato esclusivamente

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and promoting the Purebred Arabian was exclusively based on a very élite 22 group from Asil Straight Egyptian Arabian Horses, whose products would be intended only for those lovers interested in the excellent quality of the Egyptian Arabian horse: type, speed, endurance and, above all, strength combined with that frugality so peculiar of the desert horses. Among the sons of Nazeer who went to produce out of Egypt, I have mentioned the most representative ones, but I would also like to recall some equally important ones such as: Rashad Ibn Nazeer (Rashad) 1955 out of Yashmak, imported in the U.S.A. in 1958 by Richard Pritzlaff for his Rancho San Ignacio in New Mexico and also Ramses Fayek (Fayek) 19581983 out of Fayza II, imported into the U.S.A. from Egypt in 1970 by Martin Loeber. Palatine, Illinois (1972 Region 6 Champion Stallion and sire of 10 National Champions and 11 producers of National Champions); or SF Ibn Nazeer (Lateef) 1953-1975 out of Lateefa, imported in Canada in 1973 by Serenity Farms when these were located in Queensville, Ontario. We should also talk about the great sons of Nazeer who remained in Egypt to carry on his bloodline, such as Alaa El Din 1956 out of Kateefa; Galal 1959 out of Farasha and Ibn Fakhri (Korayem) 1952 out of Helwa, but I will speak about this in another chapter.

su di un selezionatissimo gruppo di Cavalli Arabi Asil Straight Egyptian, i cui prodotti sarebbero stati destinati a quegli appassionati interessati alle eccellenti qualità del Cavallo Arabo Egiziano: tipicità, velocità, resistenza e soprattutto la robustezza combinata con la frugalità tipica dei cavalli del deserto. Tra i figli di Nazeer andati a produrre fuori Dall’Egitto abbiamo parlato di quelli più rappresentativi, ma desidero citarne anche di altri, ugualmente importanti come Rashad Ibn Nazeer (Rashad) 1955 da Yashmak, importato negli U.S.A. nel 1958 da Richard Pritzlaff per il suo ranch di Rancho San Ignacio in New Mexico e ancora Ramses Fayek (Fayek) 1958-1983 da Fayza II, importato dall’Egitto negli U.S.A. nel 1970 da Martin Loeber, Palatine , Illinois (1972 Region 6 Champion Stallion e padre di10 Campioni Nazionali e 11 producers di Campioni Nazionali); oppure SF Ibn Nazeer (Lateef) 19531975 da Lateefa, importato in Canada nel 1973 da Serenity Farms, quando era a Queensville in Ontario. Dobbiamo parlare anche dei grandi figli di Nazeer rimasti in Egitto per portare avanti il suo sangue, come Alaa El Din 1956 da Kateefa, Galal 1959 da Farasha e Ibn Fakhri (Korayem) 1952 da Helwa, ma quest’argomento lo tratteremo in un altro capitolo.

Photo Captions 1) Ghazal 1953 (Nazeer x Bukra) - Pencil Drawing of Monika Pehr. 2) Aswan (Raafat) 1958 (Nazeer x Yosreia). 3) Kilimanjaro 1968 (Aswan x Karta). 4) Nevesta 1975 (Aswan x Nagrada II). 5) Ghazal 1953(Nazeer x Bukra). 6) Ghazala 1973 (Ghazal x Hanan). 7) Hadban Enzahi (Kamel) 1952 (Nazeer x Kamla). 8) Shari I 1960 (Hadban Enzahi x Hailta). 9) Maalak 1972 (Hadban Enzahi x Masarrah). 10) Kaisoon (Kaysoon) 1958(Nazeer x Bint Kateefa). 11) Shareef 1977 (Kaisoon x Salha).

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12) Talal (Tilal) 1957(Nazeer x Zaafarana). 13) Talya 1969 (Talal x Hoda II). 14) Ansata Ibn Halima (Ibn Halima) 1958 (Nazeer x Halima). 15) Ansata Ibn Sudan 1965 (Ansata Ibn Halima x Ansata Bint Mabrouka). 16) AK Atallah 1972 (Ansata Ibn Halima x Alnahr Mon Ami). 17) El Halimaar 1980 (Ansata Ibn Halima x RDM Maar Hala). 18) Ansata Halim Shah 1980 (Ansata Ibn Halima x Ansata Rosetta). 19) Morafic 1956 (Nazeer x Mabrouka). 20) Nahlah 1962 (Morafic x Mohga). 21) Al Metrabbi 1967 (Morafic x Sammara). 22) Ansata Shah Zaman 1968 (Morafic x Ansata Bint Mabrouka). 23) Ottobre 1973, Ansata Ibn Halima, Morafic e Talal al Gulf Coast Arabian Horse

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n our first appointment with this section, we claimed that our moral duty is to offer our animals a life which respects their needs. We stated that animal welfare is a multifactorial notion based on five codified principles, the so-called Five Freedoms, and that the crucial starting points to achieve this goal are to become aware of the features of each species and to have a standardized protocol to measure the presence, or lack, of welfare. Therefore, what are the physiological and behavioral needs of a horse? What does a horse need to ‘feel good’? The first point of the Five Freedoms list reads as follows: freedom from hunger or thirst. Clear enough to sound banal. But mind you: horses are grass-eating, grazing animals, that is, animals that walk continuously to take in the right quantity of grass for their nourishment. It may sound ridiculous to dwell on such an explanation, but let’s look deeper into it. Today our horses’ living conditions are often far from being ideal. A horse which lives in a stable for most of the day cannot obviously graze as it should. Yet, the almost continuous chewing activity (a horse normally spends on average twenty hours per day on grazing), the position of the neck and the unceasing walking promote gastric and intestinal activity, lowering incidence of colic. Stabled horses show a far greater incidence of gastric ulcer, a disease almost universally ascribed to stress than those kept mostly out to pasture. Therefore, the first are bound to suffer

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from discomfort. Obviously, horses we use for work, sport or leisure will never be able to enjoy freedom as in nature, but we can try to intervene on their living environment to ensure it is as close to nature as possible. One good compromise could be to feed them several times during the day, from three to five instead of two as we usually do. If possible, the second could be to keep them out to pasture all day long, better if together with other horses. The second point of the list writes as follows: freedom from discomfort (of housing). It is interesting to note that there is a hearsay that horses sleep standing up. This is not true at all. Horses need to lie down to sleep well, even only for short intervals at a time – ten/fifteen minutes repeated on the whole twenty-four hours. In the wild, they lie down on the grass or on the ground, being watched over by other members of the herd, and do not need either bedding or shelter. In captivity, however, should their stables be inadequate both in terms of dimensions and floor characteristics , horses may be reluctand to lie down and stress sets in as a consequence (a study on ponies proved that they never lie down if they live on plain concrete ground). Bad sleep causes: both physical and mental strain, which can lead to physical wasting; unwelcome behaviors such as aggressiveness or stereotypies (repetitive and relatively invariant behaviors with no obvious functions such as weaving or cribbiting) or actual diseases (gastric

ulcers, dermatitis, and laminitis). As for the third item on the listfreedom from pain, injury or disease- no comment appears to be necessary. However, by recognizing in advance initial or subtle signs of physical discomfort (such as loss of weight, likely a sign of dental diseases, or a shaggy, woolly coat even in summertime, likely a sign of Cushing Syndrome), one should be able to act timely and treat any underlying disease. Fourth listing. Freedom from fear and distress. Once more, this requires careful thinking. While the need of food, water and comfort, as well as the absence of physical pain are obvious, the right not to feel frightened or distressed is equally important. Frightening events can often be easily recognized and removed, whereas stress factors can be more subtle, also considering that everyone, be it human or animal, reacts according to their own temper and personal experiences. Stress is defined as a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances to which the whole organism tries to adapt to. It can be physiological and therefore defined as eustress, positive and efficient stress, or pathological, in which case it is said distress, bad stress, which compromises both the physical and psychological sphere of the subject. In a horse the stress factors are closely referred to their nature, and they are totally different from those that can upset a dog, or a lion.

el primo appuntamento di questa rubrica si è affermato che offrire agli animali domestici una vita rispettosa delle loro esigenze è un nostro dovere etico. Si è detto che il concetto di benessere animale è un concetto multifattoriale che si fonda su cinque principi codificati, le cosiddette Cinque Libertà, e che i punti di partenza fondamentali per raggiungere l’obbiettivo sono conoscere le caratteristiche speciespecifiche e individuali di ogni animale e avere un protocollo il più possibile standardizzato per misurare la presenza, o l’assenza, di benessere. Quali sono dunque le necessità fisiologiche e comportamentali di un cavallo? Di cosa ha bisogno un cavallo per “stare bene”? La prima voce dell’elenco delle Cinque Libertà recita: Libertà dalla fame e dalla sete. Talmente chiaro da essere banale. Ma attenzione: il cavallo è un erbivoro pascolatore, cioè un animale che si muove continuamente per ingerire la quantità di erba sufficiente al proprio sostentamento. Soffermarsi a spiegare questa definizione può sembrare ridicolo, ma se riflettiamo ci accorgiamo che spesso le condizioni di vita dei cavalli allevati oggi sono ben lontane da quelle ideali. Per un cavallo che vive la maggior parte del proprio tempo chiuso in un box è ovviamente impossibile compiere il gesto apparentemente banale del pascolamento. Eppure, la masticazione praticamente continua (un cavallo allo stato naturale pascola in media venti ore al giorno), la posizione del collo durante il pascolamento e la continua attività muscolare per spostarsi sul pascolo favoriscono la corretta motilità intestinale, abbassando l’incidenza di coliche. Non solo: nei cavalli stabulati si è riscontrata un’incidenza di ulcere gastriche, patologia

ormai universalmente ascritta allo stress, molto maggiore che non in quelli tenuti principalmente al pascolo. Quindi i cavalli che non pascolano liberi sono candidati a soffrire di una condizione di malessere. È ovvio che i cavalli che utilizziamo per lavoro, per sport o per svago non potranno mai vivere liberi come in natura, ma possiamo comunque cercare di intervenire sull’ambiente in cui vivono affinché sia il più possibile simile a quello naturale. Un buon compromesso sarebbe somministrare il cibo più volte al giorno, da tre a cinque, anziché le usuali due somministrazioni mattutina e serale. Ed è senz’altro auspicabile dare la possibilità di stare all’aperto il più possibile, possibilmente in compagnia di altri cavalli. La seconda voce dell’elenco dice: Libertà dal disagio nelle strutture di ricovero. È interessante ricordare la comune diceria che i cavalli “dormano in piedi”. In realtà non è affatto vero: affinché la qualità del sonno sia ottimale i cavalli hanno bisogno di distendersi, anche solo per brevi periodi di tempo ripetuti nelle ventiquattro ore. In natura si coricano a terra senza bisogno di lettiera o riparo, sorvegliati e protetti a turno da altri elementi del branco. Ma in cattività, se i ricoveri in cui vivono sono inadeguati per dimensioni o caratteristiche del fondo, sono scoraggiati dal distendersi (uno studio effettuato sui pony ha dimostrato che i soggetti tenuti su pavimento di cemento nudo non si coricano mai) e subentra lo stress. La cattiva qualità del sonno causa affaticamento non solo fisico ma anche mentale, con conseguenze spesso devastanti sulla qualità della vita del soggetto, che può sviluppare deperimento fisico, comportamenti indesiderati come aggressività o stereotipie (atteggiamenti compulsivi non controllabili, p. es. ballo

dell’orso o ticchio d’appoggio), o vere e proprie patologie (ulcere gastriche, dermatiti, laminite). La terza voce dell’elenco, Libertà dalle ferite e dalle malattie, sembrerebbe non aver bisogno di commenti. In realtà, saper cogliere precocemente i segni iniziali o più subdoli di un malessere fisico di qualunque origine (per esempio il dimagramento progressivo senza sintomi eclatanti, possibile segno di problemi alle arcate dentali, o il riscontro di un mantello irsuto e lanoso anche nella stagione calda, indice di una patologia detta Sindrome di Cushing) significa poter prendere provvedimenti terapeutici tempestivi e migliorare la qualità di vita del soggetto affetto dal disturbo. La quarta voce, Libertà dalla paura e dallo stress, offre di nuovo uno spunto di riflessione, perché se il bisogno di cibo, acqua e comfort nonché la condizione di assenza di dolore fisico sono ovvi, più oscuro potrebbe sembrare, ai fini del benessere, il diritto a non avere paura e a non essere sottoposti a stress. I fattori che scatenano la paura possono essere evidenti e facilmente eliminabili, più difficile è individuare i motivi meno palesi di stress, soprattutto perché a determinare le reazioni di ogni individuo, uomo o animale che sia, intervengono in larga misura il carattere e le pregresse esperienze personali. Per stress si intende una condizione in seguito alla quale l’organismo reagisce con comportamenti adattatavi. Può essere fisiologico, e quindi si parla di eustress o stress buono, efficace ai fini dell’adattamento ai mutamenti dell’ambiente, o avere risvolti patologici, e allora si parla di distress o stress cattivo, che ha ripercussioni negative sia sulla sfera fisica del soggetto che su quella psichica.

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Going back to the grazing issue, the lack of it causes stress, which in turn bears negative behaviors, eventually leading to real diseases (crib-biting with aerophagia predisposes to colic). This fourth listing is directly linked up with the last and fifth, the all-inclusive one: freedom to express normal and distinctive of the species behaviors. Whenever someone cannot express his or her own natural behavior, strategies are brought into action by the subject to adapt to the adverse conditions they are required to cope with. These strategies can be effective so the subject is in harmony with its environment, or ineffective, causing discomfort to set in. An example is when a horse lives all alone and cannot express its behavior as a social animal in a herd. The resulting stress can cause behavioral disorders (aggressiveness most frequently) or real diseases (dermatitis, gastric ulcers). With this in mind, and according to the rules of the European Commission (organized into the FP7, Seventh Framework Programme for Research

and Technological Development, a funding program to support and foster research in the European Research Area), ethologists – the scientists studying the field of behavior – have drawn up a list of welfare indicators for each domestic animal species, because each one has different phylogenetic origins and therefore specific behavioral expressions. As for the horse, the list is as follows: • Body Condition Score (BCS): measures the body condition in a score scale from 1 (very poor conditions, extreme skinniness) to 5 (overweight, obesity). Optimal score is 3. • Bucket test answer: evaluates thirst in horses and reports how much water is available and how good. • Box dimensions and bedding: they indicate the level of comfort offered. • Exercise: it refers to the possibility for the horse to spend time outside and therefore the restraint it suffers. • Presence or absence of injuries and/or clinical signs of diseases: it evaluates the state of health. • Horse Grimace Scale: it shows the presence or absence of pain by specific

facial muscles spasm. • Social interactions: it assesses the opportunity to express social behaviors. • Presence or absence of stereotypies: it reveals possible stressful situations the horse cannot manage and solve by itself. • Far test: it assesses the reactivity threshold to experimental situations that have been designed to determine fearfulness in animals. • Human-animal relationship test: it assesses the quality of the relationship between horses and human beings. • Positive emotional state: it provides information directly relevant to animal welfare by evaluating body language. Following these guidelines it is therefore possible, even for less experienced people, to assess the welfare (or lack of welfare) that horses enjoy (or suffer) in an objective way. And by acknowledging these findings it is possible to intervene either on the environment or directly on the subject (when specific therapy is needed) to improve its life.

Per un cavallo i fattori stressanti sono strettamente correlati alla sua natura, e saranno totalmente diversi da quelli che possono stressare (cioè impaurire o comunque turbare) un cane, o un leone. Per esempio, tornando al primo punto dell’elenco, la privazione dell’attività del pascolamento causa stress, che a sua volta genera comportamenti negativi, che a loro volta possono arrivare a causare vere e proprie patologie (il ticchio d’appoggio con aerofagia predispone all’insorgenza di coliche). Questa quarta voce dell’elenco si allaccia direttamente all’ultima della lista, quella che in realtà le comprende tutte: la libertà di esprimere un comportamento normale e caratteristico della specie. Ogni volta che un soggetto non può esprimere i comportamenti dettati dalla propria natura mette in atto delle strategie comportamentali per adattarsi alla condizione avversa o anomala che si trova a vivere. Queste strategie possono risultare efficaci, e quindi il soggetto è in equilibrio con il proprio ambiente, oppure fallimentari, ed ecco che si instaura il malessere. Un esempio efficace è quello del cavallo che vive da solo e non può perciò esprimere il comportamento naturale di animale sociale che vive in branco. Lo stress che gliene deriva esita spesso in disturbi

comportamentali (frequente l’aggressività) o patologie vere e proprie. Partendo da questi presupposti e dalle disposizioni della Commissione Europea (organizzate nel 7° PQ, Settimo Programma Quadro per la ricerca e lo sviluppo tecnologico, strumento con cui l’Unione Europea finanzia la ricerca in Europa), gli studiosi di etologia (la scienza del comportamento) sono arrivati a stilare una lista di indicatori di benessere tipica per ciascuna specie, proprio perché ciascuna specie ha origini filogenetiche diverse e precise espressioni comportamentali ad esse correlate. Per il cavallo, l’elenco degli indicatori di benessere è il seguente:

segni clinici di malattia: valuta lo stato di salute del soggetto. • Espressione facciale (Horse Grimace Scale): rivela la presenza o meno di dolore, segnalata da contratture di specifici muscoli facciali. • Possibilità di interazioni sociali e loro qualità: valuta la possibilità di esprimere il comportamento sociale. • Presenza o assenza di stereotipie: rivela possibili situazioni stressanti che il soggetto non riesce a risolvere. • Risposta al test della paura: valuta la soglia di reattività a stimoli potenzialmente neutri che l’animale legge come minacce. • Risposta al test della relazione uomoanimale: indica il grado di fiducia che il cavallo ripone nell’uomo. • Valutazione dello stato emotivo: indica la presenza o assenza di benessere emotivo.

• Condizioni fisiche (Body Condition Score): misura le condizioni corporee in una scala di punteggio che va da 1 (pessime condizioni, estrema magrezza) a 5 (sovrappeso, obesità). Il punteggio ottimale è 3. • Risposta al test del secchio: indica la quantità e qualità dell’acqua a disposizione. • Dimensioni del ricovero e qualità della lettiera: danno la misura del comfort offerto. • Possibilità di svolgere esercizio fisico: valuta il livello di segregazione sofferto dal soggetto. • Presenza o assenza di lesioni evidenti, di

Seguendo queste linee guida è possibile, anche per i non addetti ai lavori, stabilire in modo oggettivo lo stato di benessere (o assenza di benessere) di cui gode (o soffre) il cavallo. E attenendosi alle valutazioni che emergono è possibile intervenire sull’ambiente (o direttamente sul soggetto in caso siano necessarie cure mediche specifiche) per migliorarne la qualità di vita.

FIVE FREEDOMS LIST • • • • •

Freedom from hunger or thirst Freedom from discomfort (of housing) Freedom from pain Freedom from fear and distress Freedom to express normal and distinctive of the species behaviors

ELENCO DELLE CINQUE LIBERTÀ • • • • •

Libertà dalla fame e dalla sete Libertà dal disagio nelle strutture di ricovero Libertà dalle ferite e dalle malattie Libertà dalla paura e dallo stress Libertà di esprimere un comportamento normale e caratteristico della specie

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