The Iberian Horse Issue #1 2016

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FEI Gold Medalist Rebecca Larkin with P.R.E. Stallion Cartujano de Impaciente II A Joint Publication of

The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse and the International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association

Dedicated to the Spanish and Portuguese Horse

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Celebrating Passion and Dedication: The USEF Horse of the Year Awards Gala

COVER ON THE

By Erica Peet The United States Equestrian Federation pays tribute to the hard work of each champion at its annual awards gala.

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Andalusians/Lusitanos shine at the 2015 USDF All-Breeds Awards

By Erica Peet An impressive number of Andalusians/ Lusitanos participated in the 2015 Adequan/ USDF All-Breeds Awards.

28 Professional FEI rider and USDF Gold Medalist, Rebecca Larkin of Opulencia Equestrian, and P.R.E. stallion, Cartujano de Impaciente II. Opulencia Equestrian consistently and reliably offers top-quality dressage and performance horses. Hand-picking, competing and importing exceptional talent for many years, Opulencia Equestrian offers premium athletes with unmatched versatility, athleticism and bravado. For more information on all services offered, including consignment, marketing and investment opportunities, please see pages 32 & 33, or www.OpulenciaEquestrian.com.

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Beauty versus Brains

By Sarah Picchiarini, OT Some animal experts have questioned the practice of trimming horse whiskers and have sparked a movement toward leaving the horses’ sensory systems intact.

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Felipe Orozco Jr.: An Artist Unfolding

By Julie Alonzo Felipe Orozco Jr. immortalizes Templado IV’s majestic nature through an oil on canvas painting.

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Responsible Stewardship

By Mia Moore This growing movement in the equine culture provides horses with the protection they deserve.

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Turn Heads with the Proper Turnout

By Erica Peet A beautiful turnout of you and your horse will get you noticed.

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IALHA President’s Letter

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Dedicated to the Spanish and Portuguese Horse

By Janita Smith

THE IBERIAN HORSE MAGAZINE IS A JOINT PUBLICATION OF FPSH & IALHA

New Ideas and New Horizons Here we are, spring 2016, and the face of the IALHA is changing. The board of directors is excited to bring our members a new look with the launching of The Iberian Horse.

Our new magazine is a joint venture between the IALHA and The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse. We hope you like the new magazine and all it entails.

The IALHA wants to be responsive to our members: • Our new magazine was brought about by several things.

In 2015, the IALHA went to an online magazine only, and we heard from our members that they wanted a print edition. I can hardly blame them, as I love the feel of the paper, the ease to take a quick look, the beautiful photography and, of course, the information about our breeds. However, paper is expensive! A joint magazine with like-minded people means a paper issue we can have and hold, and it allows us to spread the costs between the two organizations. So members, we are listening and trying to be fiscally responsible while being responsive to the desires of our membership.

• The future of our association belongs to our youth. Like everything in this world, we age, and as we look at our breeds, we know that we need young people to fall in love with them, just as we did. Our members have been urging the IALHA to expand our youth programs and initiatives. Through a grant made possible by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), we are once again offering free youth memberships to youth under the age of 18. This year, we are also including with the youth membership an IALHA saddle pad of the youth’s choice: all-purIALHA President’s Letter continued on p. 8 6 |

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IALHA PRESIDENT Janita Smith

IALHA PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE Julie Alonzo, Chair Erica Peet Douglas Ramsay Cheryl Thompson Janita Smith IALHA REGISTRY & MEMBERSHIP OFFICE 101 Carnoustie, North, #200 Birmingham, AL 35242 Tel: (205) 995-8900 Fax: (205) 995-8966 Email: office@ialha.org www.IALHA.org The primary objectives and purposes of the International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association are: (1) to preserve, improve, and maintain the purity of the blood of horses of the Andalusian breed, which includes horses of Spanish origin known as Caballo Pura Raza Española and/or of Portuguese origin, known as Cavalo Puro Sangue Lisitano, or Raça Lusitano, and/or of Spanish/ Portuguese origin, and to promote public interest in the science of breeding Andalusian horses, and to foster, aid, and encourage the breeding, exhibition, and promotion of this breed; and (2) to advance the knowledge and education of the public and members about horses of the Andalusian breed and to promote the acquisition and distribution of knowledge of the history, use and standard, medical and other care and treatment, and propagation of horses of the Andalusian breed. **Only issues, statements, declarations and decisions discussed and agreed upon by vote of the Board of Directors or the membership shall be considered official Association Policy. Any and all other issues, statements, declarations and decisions expressed in any publication, letter, video, speech, discussion or any other communication displaying or not displaying the name of the IALHA or expressed by any Officer, Director, employee or member shall be considered personal opinion and shall not be deemed in any way to be policy of this Association or its members, Officers, Directors or employees. The use of the Association name, letterhead and or logo or any other representation of the IALHA in any media shall not constitute recognition and/or agreement with the contents of such.

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pose, western or dressage. We are hoping that youth members will use these beautiful saddle pads at shows, clinics, exhibitions and anywhere they may be riding to promote their horses and the IALHA. Pictures of our youth and their mounts, wearing the new pads, can be sent to the office for possible inclusion in future publications.

• The board has seen the need to expand our judging pool for IALHA shows, and working closely with USEF, we recently announced our judges’ clinic to be held in conjunction with our National Show in Salt Lake City this fall. The Honorable Wayne Hipsley will be leading the clinic, and judges wanting to receive or expand to an A/L USEF license or renew an existing license, can use this clinic to fulfill their educational requirements. Spaces are limited to 20, so if you are interested, see the IALHA website for information and an application.

Spring is a time of hope, and while things in a volunteer organization move slowly, it is with great hope that I look forward to the remainder of 2016. Several new volunteers have stepped forward to help expand and build on our current directions. I am excited to see what new ideas they may have and what new horizons can be accomplished through them. If you are interested in volunteering, please email me: momfanega@hotmail.com Enjoy our new endeavor. vTIB Blessings, Janita Smith IALHA President

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FPSH President’s Letter

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Dedicated to the Spanish and Portuguese Horse

By Cameron English

FPSH CHAIR

The Year of Collaboration

These are exciting times for the Pure Spanish Horse. Very recently, someone asked me, “Where do you see the future of the P.R.E. going in the next few years?” It was a nice question to be asked, because it reminded me that the P.R.E. horse is continually emerging into the forefront and capturing the interest of so many equestrian enthusiasts. Regardless of your equestrian background – if you’re an elite dressage competitor from Wellington, or a cowboy dressage aficionado, or perhaps, a working equitation fan – the P.R.E. horse is starting to find the type of acceptance that is the equivalent of a breed on its way to “going viral” in terms of interest level.

My question to you is “What are you doing with your P.R.E.?” It is a timely question because as I write this article, I am doing so knowing full well this article is targeted to be released in an unprecedented publication, The Iberian Horse, the first ever jointly developed publication between the IALHA and The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse (FPSH). Imagine this publication reaching the depth and breadth of the full membership of the two associations. The IALHA and The FPSH have very high hopes for the promotional value of reaching our esteemed members with a very high-quality publication. Members from the IALHA executive board of directors, including President Janita Smith, met with The FPSH executive board. These meetings are part of an on-going effort by both organizations to work together to combine resources and gain greater impact for our combined promotional dollars.

I guess you could call this the year of collaboration. This year, The FPSH has been asked to fill a seat on the IALHA National Show Committee, and I have been participating for the past several sessions. Julie Alonzo, IALHA show chair, is leading a great team of show experts, and based on what I have observed, the IALHA National Show, to be held Sept. 13-18 at South Lake County Horse Park in Utah, is going to be the best ever. Start planning to bring your Revision candidates, as The FPSH will be planning a Revision during the National Show.

Barbara Currie

FPSH PRESIDENT Cameron English

FPSH PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE Barbara Clark Coty Dr. Celia Stenfors-Dacre

FPSH FOUNDATION STAFF Executive Director: Barbara Clark Accounting Services: Joanne Gayer Membership Services: Ana Escobar Treasurer: Al Rotter

FPSH INTERNATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER FOR THE P.R.E. HORSE 115 Elm St. N.E. Albuquerque, NM 87102 Tel: 505.294.0800 Fax: 505.294.0812 Email: info@prehorse.org www.prehorse.org Mission Statement: T he Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse is a nonprofit public benefit corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any person. The primary purpose of this not-for-profit corporation is to develop, perpetuate and foster an appreciation and understanding of the Pure Spanish Horse (P.R.E.) throughout the United States and any other country where interest in the P.R.E. has been expressed or the help of The Foundation requested.

The Foundation was established: • To assist in the protection of the breed, including sharing of breeding stock and breeding information throughout the world.

• To maintain a strong and cordial working relationship with the parent Stud Book and the entities which administer its rules and regulations, • To educate owners and the public about the P.R.E., its history and traits.

• To establish and maintain a program for introducing youth and students to the P.R.E. including training them to care for and show the horse.

• To provide protection for P.R.E. horses in endangered circumstances by reduce and/or relocation • To sponsor shows and other programs that introduce the P.R.E. to the public.

• To work with any sister organization or organizations which also have the mandate to protect and promote the P.R.E. PREA (Pura Raza Española Association) PREA is the subsidiary of The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse association and is the manager of the P.R.E. Mundial registry and the Spanish Heritage Horse Registry (SHHR). This subsidiary was formed in compliance with IRS regulations to ensure the nonprofit 501 (c)3 status of The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse association. PREA is also a not-for-profit organization however it is a 501(c)5 and any contributions to it are not deductible from federal income tax as a charitable contribution.

PREA Administrators Ph: 505.323.4413 Fax: 505.294.0812 Margarita Smith Esther Conway (Enrolled Agent) Jolisa Anderson (Enrolled Agent) COPYRIGHT © 2016 THE IBERIAN HORSE

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And, related to the registration process for your integrated database, an automated screen-driven apSpanish horse, The FPSH is pleased to announce a plication process, a refreshed and newly modernized major new development in the collaboration between website that is interactive, as well as a few other modithe IALHA and The FPSH. The groups are offering a fications that I will leave proprietary for now. As you reciprocal registration, allowing you to have a dual know, the original Carta Mundial registry was designed registration for a very reasonable fee of only $50. This and formatted around the Cría Caballar (Spanish Milimeans that your IALHA “S” horse or your FPSH P.R.E. tary Division – which oversees the P.R.E. horse in Spain). horse can now be registered in either registry for an Our registry originated using the standards and Reviadditional $50 fee! sion policies of the original Spanish military judging Revisions will be scheduled in the next few months. guidelines. We will continue our Revision under these For those of you new to this process, Revision is the guidelines; however, we are now converting those docprocedure where a Spanish judge reviews your mare uments and standards to capture the data and update or stallion, using a qualifying list of judging criteria. If the prior database to a more modern, screen-driven, your horse can meet the high standards of the Revision interactive database with an Internet-based design. process, your horse will be Also, I would like to draw deemed “Apta” or “Apto,” your attention to the many and considered approved exciting initiatives launched … There is a new groundswell for breeding. Of course, at The FPSH recently. I your candidate will need to hope you are taking the of amazing and wonderful be registered or “inscribed,” time to review our news developments in the world parent verified, and conblasts and website. Here firmed to be a descendent are a few major initiatives I of the P.R.E. horse. From the of Pure Spanish Horse linam sure you will want to be exciting collaboration between eage before the Revision aware of: can be done. The FPSH Our international vice the IALHA and The FPSH, to the supplies DNA samples for president, Maria O’Brien, many programs that The FPSH evaluation through U.C. Dahas a wonderful tour is offering, you can expect to vis Veterinary Genetics Labplanned of the top Spanoratory for confirmation of ish horse ranches. Twenty have great support for the parent verification. In order lucky people are about to welfare of your Spanish horse. to host a Revision for your travel under the knowlP.R.E. horse at your location, edgeable guidance of Mayou simply need to gather a ria as she tours the group minimum of five horses for from Madrid to Jerez. review, and we will come to you!

Some of the finest ranches will host the visitors, inIn addition to the IALHA and FPSH collaboration gocluding the Royal School of Equestrian Art in Jerez. ing on, we have exciting new developments in major Although the tour departing the end of April is full, programs in the Horse Rescue Charity that is run by check with The FPSH office for the next available The FPSH. Our team of FPSH staff are working tirelessly tour. Contact our office by visiting www.prehorse. to rescue P.R.E. horses as we find out about those in org. jeopardy.

I also want to announce the development of an Within The FPSH association, there have been some exciting new youth program being organized by our recent developments you will want to be aware of. We own Steve Kipper. This program will include supporthave had the good fortune of securing funding for seving youth and young adult riders. The goal is to eneral very positive projects. These projects are critical courage young riders to participate the P.R.E. horse to the future growth and development of our breed. in the equestrian competitive stage. If you have a First, the re-engineering of P.R.E. Mundial. This is an youth rider you want to be considered for this proexciting registry upgrade project, Carta Mundial 2.0! gram, please contact us right away.

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ballar was a tradition of developing stallion depots. Throughout Spain, stallion depots managed by the military still exist. These depots are available for mare owners to bring their mares to be covered by some of the finest stallions.

Prices are kept very affordable, with the intent of keeping the genetic quality of the Spanish horse as elevated as possible. The FPSH is working on a plan to introduce a frozen and cooled semen bank, which would be made available to our members via our own "Stallion Depot." The Stallion Auction that is run every spring is always a very popular event. The Stallion Depot will expand on that program. The finest stallions from Spain and the Americas will now be available at competitive prices and inventoried by The FPSH. This program should be available to mare owners by the spring of 2017.

To summarize, there is a new groundswell of amazing and wonderful developments in the world of the P.R.E. horse. From the exciting collaboration between the IALHA and The FPSH, to the many programs that The FPSH is offering, you can expect to have great support for the welfare of your Spanish horse. The only thing left is for you to get involved. The IALHA National Show, The FPSH Rescue Horse Charity, the Carta Mundial Registry, the Stallion Auction and Depot, the Registration and Spanish V.I.P. Breeding Ranch tours, all have one thing in common: They rely on volunteers to help us execute and bring them to fruition. Come and join us! We will find an exciting and amazing place to include you in the exciting world of the P.R.E. horse. No matter what background in horses, or lack thereof, you have to call your own, we have a place for you. There is a sense among us who are vested in these numerous programs, a sense that we are on the crest of an amazing wave. Expect to see the acceptance and the excitement of the P.R.E.

horse gain momentum more than ever in 2016. Come be a part of the most amazing and wonderful horse to ever gallop the planet! And remember, it’s about the horse …. vTIB Cameron English FPSH President

Vento is an extremely attractive stallion with classical dressage and jumper breeding. He is very kind, honest, calm, self-assured, willing, forward thinking and bold. Vento is incredibly easy to handle in virtually every situation.

Judges and clinicians love his approachable personality and his desire to please and he has confidence in every situation.

He has a unique amber eye color and full mane and tail.

There is nothing he will not try as he approaches everything with a “can do” attitude.

Vento has three beautiful gaits with easy collection.

His extended walk, trot and canter are particularly good and show excellent, correct, ground-covering movement.

His gaits score very, very well in competition. Vento has superb conformation with plenty of leg bone, as noted in his IALHA stallion inspection.

Vento is physically very sound and is currently training Grand Prix Level dressage.

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Celebrating Passion and Dedication:

The USEF Horse of the Year Awards Gala

BY ERICA PEET Photos by Adam Brehnan, USEF

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he United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Horse of the Year Awards Gala was a night of socializing and celebration. This annual event took place on Jan. 16 at the Hyatt Regency Lexington Center in Kentucky.

The evening began with a reception, where people mingled and munched on delicious appetizers while surrounded by pictures of the 2015 Horses of Honor. All of the ladies and gentlemen were in their cocktail party best or dressed to the nines in tuxedos and ball The Awards Banquet was a great opportunity to celebrate together. gowns, which made for a stunning gathering. Inside the ballroom was the beautiful display of all the trophies. Seeing each trophies and ribbons: Kim David, Cheryl Thompson, trophy up close gave you the chance to look at the Jennifer Stewart and Rosalie Wenckoski. Between engraved names of all the previous years’ winners. the four of them, they collectively earned 11 of the What a neat feeling it is to be a part of something 20 trophies! that has been shared by so many other equestriThe Andalusian/Lusitano division has two Grand ans, whose dedication and passion led them to the National Trophies: the Gandor Trophy for the Puresame recognition as you. People took this time to bred Andalusian/Lusitano and the Urco Trophy for reminisce over the year and take group pictures the Half-Andalusian/Lusitano. These perpetual trowith their family, friends and hard-earned trophies. phies are presented to the winners along with an At 7:00 the dinner and awards presentation embroidered blanket, a keeper trophy and ribbons. began. The awards are handed out based on the This year, the Gandor Trophy went to the Anbreed or discipline. This means that our Andaludalusian mare Dulcineya, owned by Kim David of sian/Lusitano awards are given first. I would like Michigan. Dulcineya was Champion in the Halter, to think it is because we have the best breed in Open English Pleasure and Specialty divisions and the world, but alphabetically works too. Of the 13 Reserve Champion in Amateur English Pleasure.

IALHA members who earned USEF trophies this Beautiful and functional, Dulcineya is exactly what year, four were present at the gala to receive their our breed is all about.

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The Gandor Trophy was awarded to the Andalusian mare RA Dulcineya.

Kim David accepted the Grand Champion Andalusian/ Lusitano Horse of the Year for the second time for her mare RA Dulcineya.

“We were grateful to be part of the USEF YearEnd Awards Gala, and it was an honor for our mare Dulcineya to be recognized for a second time as USEF Grand Champion Andalusian/Lusitano Horse of the Year. Dulcineya is a tremendous competitor, and we are blessed to be on this journey with her,” said Kim. “The night was extra special, as we had the opportunity to celebrate and share the evening with our friends, Howard and Erica Peet and Jennifer Stewart, who helped us achieve our goals this year with Dulcineya, as well as other competitors who are an inspiration to us.”

The Urco Trophy was won by the Half-Andalusian mare Adelina RLA, owned by Cheryl Thompson of Illinois. Adelina exemplifies the versatility of our Half-Andalusian/Lusitano horses. She earned

Champion in English Pleasure Open and Amateur, Western Open, and the Halter division, and she was Reserve Champion in the Specialty and Junior Exhibitor divisions.

“We were thrilled when Lauren La Vine had her Half-Andalusian Adelina RLA for sale last spring. We moved quickly and my granddaughter immediately fell in love with ‘Addy.’ Addy is the perfect horse for us,” said Cheryl Thompson. “Both my husband and I and our granddaughter can show her, and she consistently performs at a high level in both halter and rail classes. We are very proud to be the owners of this year’s USEF National Grand Champion HalfAndalusian.”

The Andalusian/Lusitano division awards 20 trophies between the purebred and half-bred participants. The purebred Andalusian/Lusitano trophies go to: English Pleasure – Open, Amateur and Junior horse; Western Pleasure – Open, Amateur and Junior horse; Driving; Halter; Junior Exhibitor; and Performance Horse – Specialty.

The Half-Andalusian/Lusitano trophies go to: English Pleasure – Open and Amateur; Western Pleasure – Open and Amateur; Driving; Halter; Junior Exhibitor; and Specialty.

There is also an award for Working Western, which is open to a purebred or half-bred entry.

In addition to those trophies, USEF recognizes High Point Awards for Breeder of the Year, Owner of the Year and Sire of the Year.

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USEF HORSE OF THE YEAR Cheryl Thompson happily accepted the award for the Andalusian/Lusitano Owner of the Year.

“We are proud of the numerous national and regional titles won by Ximango Interagro, Neo de la Luz, Bricadora and Ucrania Interagro, and Adelina RLA, making us the USEF 2015 Andalusian Owners of the Year,” said Cheryl.

Jennifer Stewart was in attendance to receive her trophy for Andalusian/Lusitano Breeder of the Year along with her Championship in the Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Specialty division and Reserve Championships for the Andalusian/Lusitano Driving and Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Halter division.

“We were very excited to learn that we were IALHA USEF Breeder of the Year for the second year in a row,” said Jennifer. “We are so grateful for our amazing clients, friends and horses. A huge thank you to our clients who showed their horses that we bred this year and to Peet Equestrian who also helped to make this dream a reality once again.”

Sire of the Year was Santiago, owned by Cara Rothrock, who was unable to attend the gala.

Jennifer Stewart received a trophy for Andalusian/Lusitano Breeder of the Year.

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Cheryl Thompson was awarded Andalusian/Lusitano Owner of the Year.

Rosalie Wenckoski of Ohio was accompanied by her son Jason on this special night to receive her long-awaited Champion Western Pleasure Amateur award and the Reserve Champion Andalusian/Lusitano and Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Working Western award.

“Thank you IALHA for moving the National Show to Lexington, Va., which helped to bring my award goal to reality,” said Rosalie. “The Working Western award was made possible with the help of trainer Mike Schmidt. Going to the gala and seeing all the fantastic people and winners from all over was very exciting ... I had an ecstatic night!”

In addition to the breed awards, there are discipline-specific divisions that a competitor can compete in. The disciplines recognized are dressage, driving, English pleasure, reining, western, and western dressage. These divisions are open to all of the USEF participating breeds. This year, the IALHA is pleased to announce that the Western Pleasure and Western Pleasure Adult Amateur awards for the open western discipline were won by one of our own, Nancy Latta of Burbank, Calif., on her Andalusian stallion Kripton-SENI II. Nancy also earned the Reserve Champion Western Pleasure Adult Amateur award on her Andalusian mare Afrodita M Suay I. Congrats Nancy on winning this open breed division!

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the accomplishments of a rider of any horse or pony breed shown in Hunter Pleasure, Hunter on the Flat, Show Hack, Hunter Hack, Dressage Hack, Costume, Side Saddle, or Western Dressage.”

The nomination went to the Ad Hoc Awards Committee, who are in charge of selecting the Equestrians of Honor. Of all the nominations sent in from all of the different breed affiliates, Bill was chosen as the recipient of the Vaughn Smith Trophy! He and the other Equestrians of Honor then went in the running for the Equestrian of the Year, which is determined by a vote, open to the general public. These awards and many others are presented at breeds can participate in the same the Pegasus Awards Dinner. class, not just breed specific,” said Gareth Selwood accepted Nancy. “Kripton was very competithe Vaughn Smith Trophy for tive in the Western Pleasure DiviBill, who was not able to atsion including Open, Amateur and tend the dinner. The IALHA Championship classes. We are lookis very happy to congratulate The Urco Trophy was won by the Halfing forward to the 2016 show seaBill on receiving this special Andalusian mare Adelina RLA. son.” award!

The evening concluded with the “I am grateful to be workbig announcement of the Horses of ing and showing what are in the Year. There were six very deserving Horses of my estimation, some of the best Andalusian horses Honor that were considered for these awards. This in the country. I look forward to exciting things in the year the International Horse of the Year winner was future,” said Bill.

PVF Peace of Mind, owned by Suzy Stafford. This The USEF Year-End Awards are “one of the oldest amazing Morgan mare is doing big things in the nationally recognized multi-breed awards programs Combined Driving world. The National Horse of the in the country.” To be eligible for these awards, horsYear winner was Brunello, owned by Janet Peterson es need to be recorded under the USEF Horse Reand Liza Boyd. Brunello is a Hanoverian gelding that cording program. Those horses then earn points at is turning heads in the hunter rings. recognized competitions. At the end of the year, the The Pegasus Awards were held on the evening of USEF verifies and totals the points to determine the Jan. 15. The Pegasus Awards “are a celebration of winners for the various breed and discipline awards. individuals who have made a unique impact on the The Horses of Honor are chosen by a USEF comhorse world. These awards give each recipient the mittee, who critique nominations made by the USEF distinctive honor of being one of the best in their members or affiliate associations. The winners of field.” This year the IALHA Board of Directors nomithe Horse of the Year awards are determined by nated trainer Bill Deeney, of Tilley Andalusians, for an open to the public, online vote, and winners are the Vaughn Smith Trophy. This award “recognizes chosen from the Horses of Honor.

Rosalie Wenckoski: Champion Western Pleasure Amateur, Reserve Champion Andalusian/Lusitano, and Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Working Western Award.

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Kripton Seni II won the Open Breed Western Pleasure Open and Amateur.

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When the award galas are over, all of the perpetual trophies are put on display at the USEF national headquarters at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., for visitors to see and admire throughout the year.

I had such a great time attending the Horse of the Year Awards Gala in support of our friends Kim and Ken David. It is a wonderful evening for socializing and celebrating. I hope that this exciting event appeals to some of you, and whether you earn an award or not, consider attending the gala in the future. You can be a part of it by being there to show pride in our breed’s accomplishments and congratulate and cheer on our fellow Andalusian/ Lusitano winners! Supporting our members who earned their awards gives a sense of camaraderie to our group. It also shows that the Andalusian/Lusitano members are supporters of the United States Equestrian Federation and its awards programs. vTIB

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USEF HORSE OF THE YEAR

USEF 2015 Award Winners USEF Horse of the Year Grand Champions

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Grand Champion Andalusian/Lusitano The Gandor Trophy

Grand Champion Half-Andalusian/Lusitano The Urco Trophy

Dulcineya/David, Kimberly - Michigan

Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl - Illinois

Andalusian/Lusitano Leading Sires

Andalusian/Lusitano Leading Owners

1. Santiago Andalusian: Bruno - Campanera II,

By Legionario III 2. Fucilazo-Cen Andalusian: Delegado Mac - Dormilona V,

By Enamorado IV 3. Heroe Mac P.R.E. Andalusian: Jubiloso VIII - Albricia,

By Leviton 4. Centello H Andalusian: Ascension - Hermosa D,

By Despierto 5. Indiano XVIII Andalusian: Cazador IX - Bondadosa II,

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Royal Horse Farms Lake City, Fla. Rothrock Andalusians Streator, Ill. Mrs. Cynthia AJ Roberts Round Hill, Va. Mrs. Karen Rock Big Rock, Ill. Dr. Walter W. Henslee McDade, Texas Mr. Abelardo Morales Puron Ocala, Fla.

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Mrs. Cheryl Thompson Washington, Ill. Ms. Kimberly David Haslett, Mich.

Royal Horse Farms Lake City, Fla. Mrs. Cynthia AJ Roberts Round Hill, Va. Mrs. Karen Rock Big Rock, Ill. Ms. Sandra L. Werner Alachua, Fla.

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Andalusian/Lusitano Division, continued

Andalusian/Lusitano Driving

Andalusian/Lusitano Amateur English Pleasure

1. JS Cazador/Rock, Karen Illinois 2. Guerrero Roy/Royal Horse Farms Florida 3. Keno GR/Garrison Ranch California 4. 3YS Bailadora/Branson, Therese Texas 5. La Traviesa TA/Tilley, Nadine California 6. Harlow CR/Tilley, Nadine California 7. Ungaro TA/Tilley, Nadine California

1. Icaro XXIV/Lott, Martha Florida 2. Dulcineya/David, Kimberly Michigan 3. Dallas Do Castanheiro/Schramm, Susan West Virginia 4. Ximango Interagro/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 5. Xenophon/Werner, Sandra L. Florida 6. CDC Memoria/Alonzo, Julie Oregon 7. Vendito RJ/Johan-Nass, Kim California

Andalusian/Lusitano Junior Exhibitor

Andalusian/Lusitano Junior Horse English Pleasure

1. Listo VI/Golden, Valerie Ohio 2. Baltizar/Kanstul, Dana California 3. Portos/Croasmun, Cheryl California 4. Lucero BP/Asman, Joanne California 5. Bellatrix REA/Odell, Lexi Texas 6. Balitor/Kanstul, Dana California 7. Disparo/Pittman, Kim Minnesota 8. Diablo DC/Waller Farms Texas

1. JS Cazador/Rock, Karen Illinois 2. Guajira BOT/Tilley, Nadine California 3. Copernica COR/ Brok, Rebecca Pennsylvania 4. RDL Zanetta HGA/Henslee, Walter Texas 5. Macarena RDL/Henslee, Walter Texas 6. Sedona TA/Tilley, Nadine California 7. Mediterraneo’s Venezia /Forsythe, Brenda California 8. Arturo PA/Sydow, Jody Texas

Andalusian/Lusitano Open English Pleasure

Andalusian/Lusitano Open Western Pleasure

1. Dulcineya/David, Kimberly Michigan 2. Ximango Interagro/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 3. Icaro XXIV/Lott, Martha Florida 4. Xenophon/Werner, Sandra L. Florida 5. Kripton-Seni II/Latta, Nancy California 6. Vendito RJ/Johan-Nass, Kim California

1. TB Xochimilco/Phelon, Debra Cooper South Carolina 2. Ximango Interagro/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 3. Sincerrey Santiago/Watt, Rose Pennsylvania 4. Kripton-Seni II/Latta, Nancy California 5. Sedona TA/Tilley, Nadine California 6. Lucero BP/Asman, Joanne California Issue 1 | 2016

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Andalusian/Lusitano Division, continued Andalusian/Lusitano Amateur Western Pleasure 1. Hombre Arana/Wenckoski, Rosalie Ohio 2. TB Xochimilco/Phelon, Debra Cooper South Carolina 3. Kripton-Seni II/Latta, Nancy California 4. Vendito RJ/Johan-Nass, Kim California 5. Saltador Oro 1/Henslee, Walter Texas 6. Bellatrix REA/Odell, Lexi Texas 7. Robusto AF/Latta, Nancy California

Andalusian/Lusitano Junior Horse Western Pleasure 1. Sedona TA/Tilley, Nadine California

Andalusian/Lusitano and HalfAndalusian/Lusitano Working Western 1. TB Xochimilco/Phelon, Debra Cooper South Carolina 2. Hombre Arana/Wenckoski, Rosalie Ohio

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Andalusian/Lusitano Performance Horse 1. Baltizar/Kanstul, Dana Michelle California 2. JS Cazador/Rock, Karen Illinois

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Halter 1. Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 2. RHF Jasmin/Royal Horse Farms Florida 3. RHF Lola/Royal Horse Farms Florida 4. A Fabulous Dream KLM/La Vine, Lauren California 5. Duarte GAF/Roberts, Cynthia Virginia 6. Selwood Park Samson/Rock, Karen Illinois

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Junior Exhibitor 1. A Fabulous Dream KLM/La Vine, Lauren California 2. Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 3. TDR Sjoerd’s Desiderata/Vimercati, Xena California

Andalusian/Lusitano Specialty

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Open English Pleasure

1. Dulcineya/David, Kimberly Michigan 2. Ximango Interagro/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 3. Oleado/Davis, Lena Florida 4. Xenophon/Werner, Sandra L. Florida 5. Zerbino Interagro/Robb, Johnny Florida 6. Faraona Roy/Royal Horse Farms Florida

1. Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 2. Sonrisa TLM/Morosani, Elizabeth North Carolina 3. Abacus Xanthus/Painter, Cheryl Virginia 4. Sombra De Luna/Walters, Heather Florida 5. Storm Shadow/Green Field Farms LLC Nebraska 6. On Fire/Wright, Colleen California

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Andalusian/Lusitano Division, continued Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Driving

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Specialty

1. Abacus Xanthus/Painter, Cheryl Virginia

1. RHF Jasmin/Royal Horse Farms Florida 2. Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 3. Sonrisa TLM/Morosani, Elizabeth North Carolina 4. Ando/Zartmann, Denise Illinois 5. Storm Shadow/Green Field Farms LLC Nebraska 6. Nothing Toulouse/Roberts, Cynthia Virginia

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Amateur English Pleasure 1. Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 2. Sonrisa TLM/Morosani, Elizabeth North Carolina 3. El Baila El Jazz/Posteraro, Kathleen Pennsylvania 4. Ando/Zartmann, Denise Illinois 5. On Fire/Wright, Colleen California 6. Don Ciro Alejandro/Branson, Therese Texas 7. Valerosa RDL/Henslee, Walter Texas 8. Desiderio/Blaszczyk, Haley Wisconsin

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Open Western Pleasure 1. Adelina RLA/Thompson, Cheryl Illinois 2. On Fire/Wright, Colleen California 3. Storm Shadow/Green Field Farms LLC Nebraska

Western Division Open to All Breeds Western Pleasure Open 1. Kripton-Seni II/Latta, Nancy California

Western Pleasure Adult Amateur 1. Kripton-Seni II/Latta, Nancy California 2. Afrodita M Suay 1/Latta, Nancy California

Half-Andalusian/Lusitano Amateur Western Pleasure 1. Don Ciro Alejandro/Branson, Therese Texas 2. On Fire/Wright, Colleen California

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USDF ALL-BREEDS AWARDS

Andalusians/Lusitanos shine at the

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The rarity of the Andalusian/Lusitano breed has not slowed down the popularity of riding these magnificent horses in the dressage ring. Our wonderful breed had an impressive number of entries in the 2015 Adequan/USDF All-Breeds Awards.

The trainability, athleticism and talent of the Andalusian/Lusitanos have made many riders’ dressage dreams an attainable goal. The 2015 Adequan/ USDF Annual Convention was held Dec. 2-5 at the Rio All-Suites Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Congratulations to all of those who competed for these dressage awards!

IALHA member Kathy Whitson, who earned top honors at Second Level Adult Amateur and Reserve in the Second Level Open division, shared her thoughts. “It is very exciting that at 61 I am finally realizing a lifelong dream of being successful with my horse in dressage. As a mother and a teacher, my horse ambitions were put off because those things came first,” said Kathy. “But now I am free to work with my wonderful 22-year-old Andalusian, Adagio, who is the first Andalusian that I have ever owned! Adagio has great heart which has made the journey possible and amazing.”

Heartfelt congratulations to all the IALHA horses and members whose accomplishments in the dressage court are celebrated through the

Valsar won Champion Half-Andalusian First Level Open and Vintage Cup.

USDF All-Breeds Awards program. vTIB

Tonico do Top won Champion Purebred Grand Prix Musical Freestyle and Open.

Caminante del Sol won Champion Purebred Third Level Adult Amateur.

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USDF ALL-BREEDS AWARDS Place Horse Name Rider Median Score

Place Horse Name Rider Median Score

Purebred Dressage Sport Horse Breeding 3-Year-Old

Purebred First Level Open

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Galante Robert

Chapeski

69.853

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Fino Malu

Elizabeth Hendrix

69.167

Chapeski

69.853

Hamlet JC

Nicole Grous

70.188

Half-Andalusian Training Level Adult Amateur & Open 1st

Regalo Oro

Penny Wetherbee

69.892

2nd

Belisarus

Lisa Jackson

66.438

Regalo Oro

Penney Wetherbee

69.892

1st

Serena SRF

Angela Loczi-Storm

66.364

2nd

Madrigal MC

Meghan Watt

65.569

Purebred Training Level Adult Amateur 1st

Teodoro III

Tania Radda

65.222

2nd

Fino Malu

Jacqueline Powers

64.659

Purebred Training Level Open 1st

Marques WEC

Reese Koffler-Stanfield 70.114

2nd

Galante Robert

Chapeski

2nd Teodoro III

Valsar

Lynn Jendrowski

65.122

Purebred Second Level Adult Amateur & Vintage Cup Award 1st

Adagio

Kathy Whitson

65.565

2nd

Donzi MC

Hilary Clayton

65.046

Purebred Second Level Open 1st

Dante RDL

Martin Arnold

66.768

2nd

Adagio

Kathy Whitson

65.565

Half-Andalusian Third Level Musical Freestyle

Chapeski

69.773

Purebred Third Level Junior/Young Rider

Tania Radda

65.222

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1st

Pagano

Invicto MC

Andrea Meoak

Meghan Watt

67.833

62.372

Purebred Third Level Adult Amateur

Half-Andalusian First Level Musical Freestyle 1st

Sonhadora WML Bethany Nehse

72.000

1st

Caminante del Sol Jill Mincks

65.192

2nd

Valsar

71.167

2nd

Chaman

63.045

Lynn Jendrowski

Half-Andalusian First Level Adult Amateur 1st

Ascenso

Chandilyn Smith

67.339

2nd

Sonrisa TLM

Elizabeth Morosani

66.374

Half-Andalusian First Level Open 1st

Valsar

Lynn Jendrowski

2nd Sonhadora WML Bethany Nehse

71.618 67.505

Half-Andalusian First Level Vintage Cup 1st

Valsar

Lynn Jendrowski

71.618

Purebred First Level Junior/Young Rider 1st

Recheio do Retiro Alexis Rzesnowiecky

67.647

2nd

Listo VI

64.159

Valerie Golden

Purebred First Level Adult Amateur

Olivia Banyon

Purebred Third Level Musical Freestyle 1st

Roberto

Christy Raisbeck

70.833

2nd

Picasso FRF

Diane Redlich

69.567

Purebred Third Level Open 1st

Arturo

Kristen Aggers

69.616

2nd

Kelico

Luke McLaughlin

65.746

Purebred Third Level Vintage Cup Award 1st

Roberto

Christy Raisbeck

63.718

2nd

Dulcineya

Penny Underwood

62.121

Half-Andalusian Fourth Level Musical Freestyle 1st

Talisman BHF

Torrey Wilkinson

68.792

2nd

Pagano

Andrea Meoak

67.000

1st

Forcado CL

Barbara Nagle

66.176

2nd

Donzi MC

Hilary Clayton

65.588

Purebred Fourth Level Adult Amateur

73.833

Purebred Fourth Level Musical Freestyle

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69.773

Purebred Training Level Vintage Cup Galante Robert

Galante Robert

Half-Andalusian Second Level Open & Vintage Cup Award 1st

Purebred Training Level Junior/Young Rider

1st

1st

2nd Xenophon

Half-Andalusian Training Level Vintage Cup 1st

Purebred Vintage Cup

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Dante RDL

Martin Arnold

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1st

Picasso FRF

Vento

Diane Redlich

Carolyn McMulllen

63.311

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Place Horse Name Rider Median Score

Purebred Fourth Level Open 1st Barroco Melissa Maclaren 2nd Karillo G Susan Van Lennep

Purebred Intermediate I Open

67.443 65.778

Half-Andalusian Prix St. Georges Adult Amateur 1st Talisman BHF Torrey Wilkinson 64.868 Half-Andalusian Prix St. Georges Open 1st Diego-Garcia Heather Bender

Allison Larson 2nd Talisman BHF Torrey Wilkinson

65.329 64.868

65.329 62.698

Purebred Prix St. Georges Vintage Cup Award 1st Verdi do Retiro Barbara Bonk 2nd Soberano do Funchal Andrea Jackson

62.698 60.724

Roebel Comando SN Kimberly Sosebee

Rebecca Larkin

62.500 61.579

Laura Kauffman

Purebred Intermediate II Open 1st

Tomillo VII

Fie Studnitz Anderson 64.539

Purebred Grand Prix Adult Amateur 1st

Zerbino Interagro Johnny Robb

1st

Tonico do Top

2nd

Zerbino Interagro Johnny Robb

60.550

67.303

2nd

65.592

Felicitas Von Neumann-Cosel 70.906 63.875

Purebred Grand Prix Open 1st

Tonico do Top

Felicitas Von Neumann-Cosel 66.625

2nd

Tomillo VII

Fie Studnitz Anderson 63.250

Purebred Prix St. Georges Open 1st Bon Orpheo Jeffrey Lindberg Melissa Maclaren

Sultao

2nd

Purebred Grand Prix Musical Freestyle

Purebred Prix St. Georges Adult Amateur 1st Vento Carolyn McMulllen 2nd Verdi do Retiro Barbara Bonk

Barroco

1st

Francisco Garcia

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Some animal experts have questioned the practice of trimming horse whiskers and have sparked a movement toward leaving the horses’ sensory systems intact.

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eauty truly is in the eye of the beholder. And try as we may to be objective advocates for the health and wellness of our horses, the American tradition of trimming horse hair (specifically ears and nose) may have slipped by the radar of many horsemen and women. Some animal experts across the world have questioned the practice of trimming horse whiskers and have sparked a movement toward leaving the horses’ sensory systems intact.

The discussion is beginning to circulate throughout the American horse world, and as an occupational therapist specializing in human sensory system function, this topic caught my eye. To understand how this trend has caught momentum, it is important to be familiar with the form and function of muzzle whiskers or vibrissae on horses.

Our horses are covered in hair. With hair types from coat hair to mane and fetlock hair, each type of hair has a different function determined by thousands of years of evolution. The ear hair protects from insects and debris, the fetlock feathers direct the flow of water down the leg, and the vibrissae are the crown jewels of specialized “hair.” The muzzle whiskers or vibrissae are a completely different class of hair and are located around the muzzle, nose and eyes of the horse. Vibrissae are longer and thicker than coat hair and are unique due to the presence of an intricate system of nerve endings that can sense pain, pressure or traction (Rice et al., 1986). If that isn’t impressive enough, two different classes of vibrissae are responsible for providing critical information for both object recognition and Issue 1 | 2016

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“Many European organizations have created animal welfare acts that include recommendations against removing any of the horse’s sensory organs, including vibrissae.”

spatial tasks (Brecht et al., 1997). Unlike other forms of horse hair, vibrissae do not shed out, likely to avoid disruption of their important role in tactile sensation (Young et al., 1976).

Information from the vibrissae travels to the somatosensory areas of your horse’s 1.2 billion neurons in the cerebral cortex, where it is translated into behavioral responses based on the information received. Though there is very little research on vibrissae specific to equines, rat models suggest that vibrissae play an integral role in sensory function. Researchers have found that each vibrissa is represented in a specific area in the brain, suggesting that each whisker has an area of the cortex specifically engineered to interpret incoming information (Woolsey, 1970; Hutson et al., 1986).

Thus, the seemingly unimportant muzzle whiskers are undercover sensory organs, hardwired to the horse’s brain, providing a steady stream of information. Though we humans do not have vibrissae to assist with our object recognition and spatial tasks, we do have stereognosis. Stereognosis is the ability to identify three-dimensional objects by touch (without vision) and comes in handy when you need to retrieve something from your pocket or deep in your purse. Imagine a day without the ability to identify objects tactilely. What if you were unable to discriminate between the buttons on your phone without looking? Or find the zipper tab on your pants 30 |

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without stopping to locate it visually. Horses rely on vibrissae to identify objects directly below their noses where they don’t have vision. In addition, vibrissae near the eye can alert the horse to objects threatening the sensitive eye area.

Some researchers believe vibrissae serve an important function in eating, assisting adult horses to avoid inedible items when grazing and helping foals locate udders to nurse. Imagine, if you will, the importance of being able to sort out oats from rocks when eating. Could trimming vibrissae increase intake of non-food items? Is it possible lack of muzzle whiskers could increase the occurrence of colic? Neither question has been answered through scientific research, but both are questions worth asking when considering the value of vibrissae.

As many of us know, our horses compensate well when vibrissae are trimmed. Plasticity, or the ability of the brain to modify based on use (or non-use) allows other sensory systems to make up for the missing sensory input. Just as when a human has had a stroke and is able to re-learn motor patterns to regain function, or when a person with vision impairment relies more heavily on his other sensory systems, our horses make do with what they have. Stories are floating around on the Internet about eye injuries, nose scrapes and foals unable to nurse after trimming of vibrissae, but our horses are truly amazing prey animals who place a high value on self-preservation and will accommodate well.

Currently, the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, Sweden and many other countries across Europe have established either formal bans or recommendations against trimming vibrissae.

Many European organizations have created animal welfare acts that include recommendations against removing any of the horse’s sensory organs, including vibrissae. In the U.S., the habit of removing vibrissae has not yet been addressed so directly.

I am the first to admit, I am not an expert on horse anatomy or neurological function. I myself have regularly trimmed my show horses’ whiskers, ear hair and fetlock feathers. I am, however, a professional trained in sensory function and can attest to the importance of optimally functioning sensory systems in humans for www.the-iberian-horse.com

Those long hairs serve an important purpose!

everyday tasks. I have spent countless hours helping people regain seemingly small functions that have an enormous impact on daily function. Can horses function without their whiskers or hair? Sure. Can they adapt to the differences created by altering a sensory system? Of course.

Equally relevant, however, is the question about whether we should require them to do so. As horsemen and women, maybe we should question our routines related to cosmetic hair trimming. Maybe we should consider the function and the welfare of the horse before deciding on a grooming plan. As a group that values the functionality of our horses, let us strive to set the right example by bringing this discussion to the forefront. This beholder, reformed of my whisker-trimming ways, is striving to find the beauty in a horse with a fully functional sensory system and learning to appreciate horse kisses with whiskers. vTIB

References Brecht M., Preilowski B., Merzenich M.M. (1997), Functional architecture of the mystacial vibrissae, Behavioural Brain Research, Vol. 84(1-2), 81-97 Hutson K.A., Masterton R.B. (1986) The sensory contribution of a single vibrissa’s cortical barrel, Journal of Neurophysiology, Vol. 56, 1196-1223.

Rice F.L., Mance A., Munger B.L. (1986) A comparative light microscopic analysis of the sensory innervation of the mystacial pad. Innervation of vibrissal follicle-sinus complexes, Journal of Comparative Neurology, Vol. 252(2), 154–174 Young R.D., Oliver R.F. (1976) Morphological changes associated with the growth cycle of vibrissal follicles in the rat, Journal of Embryology and Experimental Morphology, Vol. 36(3), 597-607.

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Felipe Orozco Jr.

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An Artist Unfolding

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elipe Orozco Jr., a talented equestrian artist, was first introduced to many IALHA members in 2009, when a drawing from his Golden Royal Horse Collection won the IALHA’s art contest and was featured on the cover of the IALHA magazine and National show program as well as on show merchandise.

Recently, Felipe found himself in the spotlight once again when another one of his original works of art, Templado IV, was featured in an art opening hosted by his alma mater, Jurupa Valley High School in Mira Loma, Calif. “I wanted to have the art opening at my high school,” Felipe explained, “because I think it is important to let other students in the neighborhood know that with hard work and God’s help, you can achieve your dreams.”

Inspired by the pure Spanish stallion of the same name, Templado IV, the painting brings the horse to life through an oil on canvas painting adorned with an array of gold and jeweled embellishments. The painting stands over 6 feet tall and over 4 feet wide. Its specially made canvas reflects the black and white shadow of colors that shine brilliantly as they blend together to reflect Templado’s natural elegance. One of

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the most unique aspects of this grand piece are the pieces of jewelry meticulously sewn onto the canvas to provide a flawless three-dimensional appearance. Felipe spent more than 12 months working on Templado IV, a lengthy journey that began with hours of photography. Felipe drafted several photographer friends to help him capture the walk, trot, stance and playfulness of this stallion. The team of artists took hundreds of still shots to capture all possible angles of this great specimen, an important element to achieving the vision of demonstrating his elegance and breathtaking features in paint.

With the success of his Golden Royal Horse Collection to fuel his dream, Felipe was looking for his next great inspiration. That inspiration came when he was first introduced to this Spanish beauty by owner Barbara Currie. With this encounter he felt the need to immortalize the stallion’s majestic nature in a painting that would ultimately reflect Templado IV in the midst of a stunning Spanish walk. It has been said that painters focus so deeply on their artwork that they fall into a sort of trance while they are creating. This is exactly how Felipe describes his own experience of creating Templado IV. His experi-

“I wanted to have the art opening at my high school because I think it is important to let other students in the neighborhood know that with hard work and God’s help, you can achieve your dreams.” – Felipe Orozco Jr.

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ence was equally as emotional as it was artistic.

He was determined to make every paint stroke and detail in the creation of this artwork attest to Templado’s overwhelming beauty and love as it was manifested. His goal was to transcend that emotion and magnificence so that everyone would be able to experience the eminence of the horse through his artwork.

It would appear that the artist’s goal was realized. Felipe’s painting Templado IV was recently valued at more than $200,000. At the same time, Felipe received an insurance appraisal on his Golden Royal Horse Collection work, which came back at just under $1 million.

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Above: Felipe credits his success to his family’s support.

tions of Mexico embraced in his home. His love for horses is the foundation upon which he has built toward the mastery of his many talents, thus earning him the title of artist, singer, performer, composer, designer and horse trainer. “I was raised up around horses all my life,” Felipe explained. “My dad is a horse trainer; he is the one who introduced me to this magnificent creature.”

The overall mission for Felipe’s paintings is to embody, not just the beauty, but the soul and spirit of these magnificent giants. His in-depth knowledge of their anatomy and moods as well as his ability to magically command a horse as he rides, allows Felipe to masterfully capture his appreciation of his equestrian heritage in ways that help his work stand out from the work of other artists.

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“My mom and dad have always told us, ‘With God and respect you will achieve your goals.’

I am living proof that dreams really can come true.”

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has always been very supportive,” he said. “They have always helped me in any way they can, and working with horses day after day has inspired me to draw them, as I have learned to read their emotions and way of life. Their natural beauty has been my inspiration.”

Felipe is currently working on a new collection, “The Black Tie Collection,” and he also hopes to continue to work on large paintings in the vein of Templado IV. At some point in the future, he would like to have his own gallery that might help inspire generations to follow their dreams.

“I have been so blessed. I get to have amazing moments with my family and friends, and now more people will read about my life and story,” Felipe reflected. “God works in mysterious ways. My mom and dad have always told us, ‘With God and respect you will achieve your goals.’

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RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP

Responsible Stewardship with Dick and Jane

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Although it seems daunting, responsible stewardship of your horse can be accomplished with a bit of simple planning. It’s very similar to the planning process we do for ourselves.

Horses enjoying their retirement at the idyllic facility, Camp Rusk.

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he current overpopulation of our favorite species, the horse, is causing some profound changes in the attitudes of horse owners toward the care and well-being of their horses. There is a cultural shift towards making sure that our magnificent horses experience humane lives and do not end up in slaughterhouses. This issue is not breed specific. Although many people think it only happens to unwanted grade horses that have no value as riding or breeding horses, unfortunately, it is also happening in our breed. The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse (FPSH) recently put the following quote on its Facebook page where it was the most viewed post ever: “The greatest horse rescuer, in my eyes, is the one who stands by their horse throughout his or her life no matter what. The horrors that await horses as they age are as unthinkable as they are very real. Keep your horse. #teamofhorseangelsncfh” Our culture is changing. No longer are horsemen willing to accept the fact that so many trained, registered horses are going to slaughter. It is no longer socially acceptable to send your horse to an auction, because everyone now realizes that the many horses sold at livestock auctions actually end up in a kill pen and, eventually, at a slaughterhouse in Mexico or Canada.

So what does it mean to make sure that you are a responsible owner or steward of your horse’s life?

The Unwanted Horse Coalition, a broad alliance of equine organizations joined together under the American Horse Council (The FPSH is a member), is a leader in the field of changing our cultural values towards horses.

They state: “To ‘own responsibly’ means many things, but fundamentally it means that before you buy or breed a horse, you understand how it affects you and the horse, both in the present and in the future. To own responsibly means that you, as that horse’s owner and provider, understand and consider all options available to your horse including sale, lease, donation, adoption, retirement, and alternative programs and uses. It means that you consider end-of-life decisions, including veterinary care, euthanasia, and disposal, before that time comes. And it means that the industry must continue to work together to find a solution to this problem.”

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Phew, that is a lot of obligation! Although it seems daunting, responsible stewardship of your horse can be accomplished with a bit of simple planning. It’s very similar to the planning process we do for ourselves. As humans we plan for our living, education, healthcare, disability, retirement costs and care for our dependents should something happen to us. We just need to do the same for our horses who come under our planning process as dependents. Let’s look at a typical case study for a horse owner.

Dick and Jane have been married for 15 years and are financially successful. Jane used to have horses in her youth and would like to relive those happy memories and have a horse to do dressage and pleasure riding. Dick finally agrees to the purchase of a horse so that Jane will cease her endless nagging about it, and his life will once again be peaceful. He thinks his only problems are paying a small investment in a horse and a monthly board bill to keep it at a nearby stable. Jane purchases a horse we will call “Precious.” Precious is an 8-year-old gelding that is just perfect for Jane; he is good on the trails, passed his vet check and has been trained to Second Level in the fine art of dressage.

Jane purchases all the necessary tack and equipment so both horse and rider can be comfortable, moves Precious into his new home and starts to enjoy horse ownership again. Dick has never seen Jane’s eyes shine so much, and his life is bliss too. This happiness lasts about a week. Jane gets a call from the stable indicating Precious is looking colicky, and he needs a vet. The vet comes out, finds that Precious has mild colic and gives him some pain relief, which makes him better. This event starts Jane thinking about how totally dependent Precious is on her and how to protect and care for him. She loves him so much.

Dick takes on the project of figuring out what to do since Jane is too busy riding and caring for Precious to do the research. He quickly determines that there are areas where he can purchase insurance to help out and other areas where he will have to self-insure. Dick obtains several quotes and decides to obtain an equine mortality insurance policy on Precious with a surgical rider in case he needs surgery for any reason. This policy is typical of present equine insurance and will help protect Dick and Jane’s finances should Precious pass away or need surgery. He decides not to purchase the loss-of-use policy, which would protect their investment www.the-iberian-horse.com

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Hopefully this little foal can look forward to a long and happy life with an owner who will always take care of him.

if Jane was no longer able to ride Precious. Loss-of-use policies are typically quite expensive, and Dick found it was better to self-insure for this issue. Dick and Jane both decided if she were no longer able to ride Precious, they would send him to a retirement facility so he could live out his life with equine friends. They found one they liked called Camp Rusk located in the climatically temperate area east of Dallas. To help plan for the expected cost of $150 per month, they decided to open a savings account and put a monthly sum into it specifically for this purpose. At this time there is no long-term care insurance for horses. If the unthinkable happens and Precious loses his life, this fund can also be used for his final expenses.

Dick is happy with what he has found and feels as though his job is complete, and he has done all he can. Jane comes back from the stable that night with a large goose egg on her head and a substantial headache. Dick runs over to her and asks, “What happened? Did you fall off?” Jane explains that she was walking down the aisle of the stable leading Precious back to his stall, and she slipped on some hay on the floor. Her head landed on the blanket rack as she fell, causing the goose egg. They were both glad that it was nothing serious, but once again, it caused them to think. What would happen to Precious if something happened to them?

Jane has no idea what to do with Precious if something happens to her. She realizes that it would be unfair to ask Dick to devote the time she is spending down at the barn to keep Precious happy and well-cared for. Jane does the only thing she can think of: She asks her Facebook friends what to do! Jane starts a conversation that goes far and wide. She had no idea there were so many options available. Her Facebook friends came up with the following: • Put Precious in her will and leave enough money for his care • Ask a trustworthy horse friend to take him • Provide instructions for Dick to donate him to a therapeutic riding facility or college that has an equestrian team • Leave him to a vet school • Put him in a retirement home at the time of her death • Donate him to an equine charity • Have Dick take up riding • Purchase term life insurance specifically for the care of Precious should anything happen to Jane.

She and Dick talked it over and decided to purchase an inexpensive term life insurance on Jane’s life that would go towards the upkeep and retirement of Precious should something happen to her. She stipulated that Precious should be used by youth participating in dressage at the current stable with Jane’s current instructor/trainer.

Dick and Jane slept well that night realizing they had done everything they could think of to protect Precious. Can you think of more they should do?

One service that is available to you for your responsible stewardship is The Peace of Mind Program. It is free to you and ensures that your family members or executor have a recourse that will help when they need it most. To learn more about the Peace of Mind Program visit: http://www.prehorse.org/Programs/ peace_mind.lasso Ultimately, your horse’s care and future is up to you.

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SHOW PREPARATION

Turn Heads with the Proper Turnout

By Erica Peet

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egionals and Nationals are right around the corner and that means that all the training, lessons and hard work you have done all year are going to be put to the test. You know that your horse is fit, the gaits are solid and the transitions are clean. Now you just have to hold it all together through a five-minute class and hope that you knock the judge’s socks off. But before you even step foot into the show ring, you must remember the other fun part, the outfits!

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A beautiful turnout of you and your horse can get you noticed, and portions of an outfit are actually required in some classes. A seasoned judge will notice the extra mile, or the lack thereof, to which a competitor has gone to have the correct turnout. So, it makes sense to put effort into making sure you and your horse look as beautiful as you perform.

If you have ever wondered about how you and your horse should be turned out for certain classes, then this article is for you. And if you still are not sure about something that we cover here, you can always look it up in the USEF Rule Book, under the AL Division. These guidelines apply to all classes: open, amateur or youth. One exception: gloves.

Gloves can be worn in every class, but they are required in youth equitation classes, so don’t go in without them.

We have included a brief description and photos of tack and attire for some of the most popular classes offered at our breed shows. All the photos are from fellow competitors from different IALHA regions around the country. All outfits are put together based on individual tastes, so enjoy looking at the different ways others interpret how to look their best in the show ring.

So, welcome to show season! We hope the following suggestions will help you prepare for the show ring. Remember, all of the preparation is important, but above all, just have fun! vTIB

Saddle Seat: For the fancy moving horse with plenty of knee action in the front end You get to wear the saddle seat suits with the fun, long jackets, a vest and pants, and a derby or soft hat. The bridle brow band can be color-coordinated with the girth. For English Pleasure you must use a cut back saddle, but for English Pleasure Country you also have the option of using a dressage saddle.

The horse’s mane and tail should be down, all natural.

Thanks, Bill Deeney, of Tilley Andalusians, Region 1. Looking sharp!

Heritage tack and attire: Historical, time period outfits These outfits represent the heritage and culture of people that rode Andalusians. You must submit a narrative of up to one minute, which will be read during the class, describing the period and heritage you are representing.

Thanks, Janet Tenney and ERAHC of Region 6. This is a beautiful example of a Portuguese heritage outfit.

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Native tack and attire: Contemporary Spanish or Portuguese outfits There is a fun variety of Spanish and Portuguese attire from which to choose. The most important thing to remember is to not mix styles. Specific outfits go with specific saddles. Do not mix Spanish and Portuguese in the same outfit. You should familiarize yourself with the USEF Rule Book or consult a professional about the available options to determine what goes with what.

P o r t u g u e s e S p a n i s h Thanks to Carlos Carneiero (first row, left) of Region l and Jane Creagh (first row, right) of Region 6 for these beautiful examples of Portuguese outfits. Thanks to Dru Harper (second row, left) and Karen Rock (second row, right) of Region 3 for their Spanish outfits.

Western Pleasure: This class requires loose reins and slow, steady gaits You will want to choose a sharp-looking working outfit and matching tack or glitz it up with fancy silver and lots of bling for this discipline. It’s up to you! Western hats, collared, long-sleeved shirts, boots and chaps are required. Shirts and saddle pads look best colorcoordinated with each other.

Junior horses can go in a snaffle, hackamore or curb, but once shown in a curb must remain in the curb. Open horses should be in a curb. Vests, jackets, protective headgear and spurs are optional. Your horse’s mane and tail should be down, all natural.

(Left) Bill Deeney of Tilley Andalusians.

(Right) Anna-Leigh London. They both represent Region 1. These are two fantastic examples of Western wear.

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Driving classes: Sulkies and carriages — so many fun class options for you and your horse The sky is the limit when it comes to the outfit you choose to drive in, as long as it is fairly conservative and appropriate to the turnout of the harness and vehicle. My personal favorite part of the outfit, for the ladies, are the hats – they come in a variety of beautiful styles and colors, so have some fun. Don’t forget your lap blankets and your brown gloves, they are required, as is a driving whip. It is preferred that the hardware on your harness matches the hardware on the cart. Be sure to have your hardware polished to a glistening shine.

Headers are required for all driving classes, except in the carriage classes. The header’s smock should be a conservative color. Also, double-check the rules to be sure your vehicle is appropriate for the division you are entering and that the wheels are correct.

Henry Conroy with Francine Dismukes, Region 5: Traditional Carriage Driving with a Country Gig.

Adrian Martin, Region 1.

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requires pneumatic tires.

Adrian is accompanied by his header, Saul Aguayo.

Nadine Tilley, Region 1.

Nadine shows at breed shows and at open driving shows.

Ainslie Kraeck, Region 1. Ainslie’s wooden wheels are appropriate for Country Pleasure and Pleasure Driving.

English Show Hack: Showing off your horse’s normal, collected and extended gaits In this class, you can wear a conservatively colored coat and breeches with hunt cap or derby, or you can go formal with a coat with tails, white breeches and a top hat. You can ride in a dressage or an all-purpose saddle. Be careful, as drop or flash nose bands are prohibited. Your horse’s mane and tail should be braided.

(Left) Bill Deeney, Tilley Andalusians, Region 1.

(Right) Howard Peet, Peet Equestrian, Region 3.

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Hunt Seat: For the horses with flatter knee action and/or extension Inspired by the hunt tradition, this discipline requires you to wear an earth-toned jacket and brown-toned breeches with field or dressage boots. You need a hard hat, which is advised to be ATSM/SEI certified. Make sure that the color of the saddle and the bridle match as closely as possible and that you have the appropriate pad to go with your style of saddle. The saddle can be a hunt, dressage or all-purpose saddle. Your horse’s mane and tail should be braided.

Kendall Tamarack, Region 6, competing at ERAHC.

Shelly Van den Neste, Region 6, competing at ERAHC.

Erica Peet, Peet Equestrian, Region 3.

Dressage: “The development of the horse into a happy athlete through harmonious education” For Training through Fourth Level, you should wear a short riding coat of conservative color, with a tie or stock tie, white or light-colored breeches, dressage boots, ATSM/SEI-certified helmet and gloves. For all tests above Fourth Level, you move into the shadbelly, with a top hat or helmet. Snaffle bridles are required Training to Second Level. For Second Level and above, you may use a snaffle or a simple double bridle. Your saddle pad should be white or a conservative color and may include a logo no larger than 20 centimeters. The horse’s mane and tail should be braided.

(Left) Howard Peet, Peet Equestrian, Region 3.

(Right) Silke Keithly, Region l, showing off her bling.

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Halter: Posing and movement — how does your horse stack up?

You have a variety of outfit options for this class. Suits, slacks and dress shirts, jumpsuits, or traditional Spanish or Portuguese attire. Neckwear: Tie, bolo tie, scarf, brooch or pin are required, along with appropriate leather shoes, dress shoes or boots. No jeans or gym shoes allowed! You must carry a whip that does not exceed six feet, including the snapper. Your horse may wear either a leather show halter, “serreta” or a bridle which is attached to a lead that does not exceed 12 feet in length from the point of attachment. The length of lead does not apply in the specialty Spanish or Portuguese halter classes. The horse’s mane and tail should be down, all natural. Mares also have the option of a roached mane and clipped tail.

L a d i e s Erica Peet, Peet Equestrian, Region 3, in a pretty vest suit.

Howard Peet, Peet Equestrian, Region 3.

Janita Smith, SF Andalusians, Region 3, in a sharp suit.

Summer Star, Region 4. We love seeing the youth in the ring!

Saul Aguayo, Saul’s Andalusians, and Adrian Martin of Yeguada Martin, both from Region 1.

Howard Peet, Region 3, relaxing in his Spanish outfit.

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Dressage Sport Horse In-Hand: Showing off your horse on the triangle Your outfit should be conservative, casual attire such as slacks with a collared polo shirt or a dress shirt with a tie, or you can wear dressage or hunt type attire. Your shoes can be leather tennis shoes or boots. If you use a trailer to help you present, his or her attire should closely match your outfit. Horses three years old and over must wear a dressage or hunter type snaffle bridle. Two-year-olds may wear a snaffle bridle or a leather show halter. Horses younger than two years old must wear a leather show halter. The horse’s mane should be braided.

Howard and Erica Peet, Peet Equestrian, Region 3.

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Beautiful pure Guardiola stallion, schools Intermediare 1 and Prix St. Georges. Abanico’s gaits are truly spectacular, with a nice four-beat walk, a very bouncy and expressive trot with amazing extensions, and an uphill canter.

Has Calificado status and Green Performance Ribbon.

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Aragon GAF PRE ANDALUSIAN HEIGHT: 16.0H (& growing) COLOR: Heterozygous Black (carries red) SIRE/DAM: Invasor III x Habana XXV STUD FEE: $1,700 LFG

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Bravario LUSITANO (APSL Revised) HEIGHT: 16.0H COLOR: Black (homozygous) SIRE/DAM: Rumbero X Ufana STUD FEE: $1,400 Purebred $1,000 Cross

Great temperament, competitive gaits, powerful extended trot and outstanding canter, Bravario commands attention from judges and clinicians alike with his talent and incredible rideability.

A proven producer, his offspring inherit his elegance, outstanding movement and trainability.

Bravario’s offspring will certainly fulfill your expectations!

NADEGE LABRECQUE & MICHEL PAULIN OF KEBERICA LUSITANO Quebec, Canada • www.keberica.com/english 418.728.2821 • bravario@globetrotter.net

Coraje BPF ANDALUSIAN HEIGHT: 16.3H COLOR: Gray SIRE/DAM: Copon x Keberes

Revised PRE gray stallion by the Qualified Copon! His bloodlines are legendary; Militar, Francisco Fernandez-Daza, Leviton, Oyente, Maluso! Proven producer!

Shipped cooled semen.

STUD FEE: $1,800 Purebred $1,000 Cross

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Fetichin ANDALUSIAN HEIGHT: 16.1H COLOR: Black SIRE/DAM: Revoltoso XXIV x Diestra VI STUD FEE: $1,800 Purebred $1,100 Cross

This absolutely stunning 2001 black PRE stallion was imported from Spain and has shown very successfully at Prix St. Georges dressage as well as at breed shows where he holds national and reserve champion titles. He is presently showing Intermediare I. Fetichin was the COPA USPRE 2014 Reserve Champion at PSG I! He is known for passing on outstanding movement to his offspring!

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Fiero LFA ANDALUSIAN HEIGHT: 16.1H COLOR: Homozygous Black SIRE/DAM: Guarapo x Solena STUD FEE: $2,500 Purebred $1,000 Cross

Revised PRE homozygous black stallion with international bloodlines! Proven producer!

Fiero has elegant, correct movement! IALHA 2014 Grand Prix Champion, winner of numerous dressage competitions and national titles! Shipped cooled semen.

MARY CLAEYS OF BRIDLED PASSION FARM Cleburne, TX • www.bridledpassionfarm.com 817.205.9268 • maryclaeys@cdibb.com

Genérico II ANDALUSIAN HEIGHT: 16.0H COLOR: Isabelo SIRE/DAM: Lebrero XXXII x Genovesa VI STUD FEE: $2,500 Purebred $1,500 Cross

Genérico is a very rare dilute purebred Spanish Andalusian stallion who has the much sought-after double pearl gene.

Imported from Spain, he has tons of mane, chiseled features and plenty of bone. He is a very eyecatching horse with excellent conformation, expressive movement, and a very willing temperament.

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Novelisto D ANDALUSIAN HEIGHT: 16.3H COLOR: Gray SIRE/DAM: Favorito D x Feliz D STUD FEE: Private Treaty

Listo is Revised and comes from Alter Militar lines. His impressive show record includes: Nat. Horse of the Year, Dressage Champion, Hunt Seat Champion, Best of Breed, and more! Listo was selected to be featured in Warner Bros. film “Winter’s Tale,” for which he went through extensive dressage & stunt training. He is a star in every way!

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Verso Do Retiro LUSITANO HEIGHT: 16.3H COLOR: Buckskin SIRE/DAM: Othelo Do Retiro x Harpa V STUD FEE: $1,500 Lusitanos $1,000 Cross

Verso is a tall, flashy, athletic stallion approved for breeding in Brazil and Portugal. Highly rated on his stallion testing, scoring a nine on head and neck! Verso is easy to handle, a joy to ride and has a kind, playful temperament.

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Xemino HEIGHT: 15.2 1/2H COLOR: Bay (EEAa) SIRE/DAM: Eminente x Orquestra do Retiro STUD FEE: $1,500 Purebred $850 Cross

Xemino is APSL approved and his bloodlines are almost exclusively Viega (Dardo II, Quimono, Bailador).

He has excellent conformation, phenomenal temperament, superb rideability and stunning movement.

Passes hock flexion, intelligence, good looks & movement on to his foals. Schooled up to Fourth Level dressage and currently training working equitation. Fresh chilled, frozen and limited live cover.

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Xerez de Quintana LUSITANO HEIGHT: 15.2H COLOR: Palomino SIRE/DAM: Nero x Destinada STUD FEE: $1,000 Purebred $800 Cross

Stunning FEI Level dressage horse from Brazil, IALHA High Point Award winner in 2013 and 2014. More awards are listed on website. Xerez has a wonderful calm, self-assured personality, an aptitude for the very collected movements and is easy to train.

He is the complete package; tons of talent and has the “wow” factor.

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Zelozo HI LUSITANO HEIGHT: 16.1H COLOR: Gray SIRE/DAM: Ninfo x Quesorte Hi STUD FEE: $1,000 Purebred $1,200 Cross

Zelozo was the only Lusitano qualified for the 2009 FEI Young Horses Champ. in Germany.

He is a gentleman with three amazing gaits and an incredible temperament. Showed successfully in Open in CA in 2014 up to Intermediate, showing in Open Grand Prix in 2016.

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International Andalusian & Lusitano Horse Association 2016 Membership Application

Membership runs Jan 1 through Dec 31

Membership Level (please choose only ONE)

Annual Full Membership (Check type of full annual membership and provide horse information below.)

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Individual Full Membership (Individual owns at least one IALHA registered horse.)

$ 150 $ 150

Additional person with benefits of an Associate Member, see next page for description)

$ 160

(Owner of at least one IALHA registered horse, pure or half. Provide horse information below.)

$ 1,500

! Business Membership (Business listed first: Business or person is owner of registered horse) ! Partner Membership (Owners of at least one IALHA registered horse with

! Lifetime Full Membership LIFETIME MEMBERS NOW HAVE THE OPTION TO PAY IN THREE INSTALLMENTS (Call for more information)

Full Members: MUST list one IALHA registered horse owned.

Horse’s Name:____________________________________________ IALHA# __________ � submitted/ # pending

Annual Associate Membership (Check type of associate membership. Non-­‐voting members)

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! Individual Associate Membership ! Business Associate Membership (Business is listed first on membership card)

$ 50 $ 50

! Annual Youth Associate: DOB ________ Must be 18 or younger throughout this year $ 35

Contact Information (The following responses will be used in the Membership Handbook)

Member Name:_________________________________________________________________________________ (For Business Membership this name will be listed on second line of the card)

Farm (Business) Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Address:________________________________________________________________________________________ City: __________________________________State/Province: ___________________ Country: _______________ Zip/Postal Code: ________________ Phone: _________________________Fax: _____________________________ *E-­‐mail: _______________________________________________________________________________________ *All official communications, including meeting notices, will be distributed via e-­‐mail. Failure to provide an e-­‐mail address on this form will constitute waiver of notice. An applicant may check the “do not publish” box to opt out of having their e -­‐mail published in the Membership Handbook and on the IALHA.org member directory.

Opt out-­‐ Do not publish: � my phone number � my e-­‐mail in the Membership Handbook or Online Directory

Payment Information

Payment Method ! Check ! Money Order

Credit Card Number: Signature:

! Visa ! Master Card !

Amex

Membership Fee

Exp Date: /

Today’s Date:

Total U.S Funds

Membership runs Jan 1 through Dec 31 Membership pd in Nov-­‐Dec applies to the following year.

office@IALHA.org Email to: Phone: (205) 995-8900 | Fax: (205) 995-8966 Mail to: IALHA Registry and Member Office, 101 Carnoustie, North, #200, Birmingham, AL 35242

Join online at IALHA.org

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Join today and Start Benefiting!

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13

McMullen Ranch

54

Musa Lusitana

46, 47

Old Stonehouse Farm

C1, 32, 33

Opulencia Equestrian

38, 39

Rancho Del Lago

19

9

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Smith Farm Andalusians

C4

The FPSH

54

There Be Dragons Farm

2, 3

Tilley Andalusians

55

Twin Creeks Ranch

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