The horses that we bred and raise are a big part of our family . . . . and they stay that way! Their new owners become our good friends and we enjoy staying in touch and hearing about all of the activities.
Listed below are activities and accomplishments of our offspring. We are proud of them and enjoy sharing with you - 'What's Up with . . . . '!
What is everyone up to?
Owned by: Heidi & Mike Gerry - Lafayette, New York
- #3 foal, 2005 KWPN-NA Keuring
- Res. Champion - 2005 Mid-States Cosequin/USDF Breeder's Colt/Gelding
October 2006 - Heidi reports that Arlington is settling into his new home quite nicely! He is starting to grow and she is excited.
Arturo 04/25/2005 Gelding - (Rousseau x O'Jazzie MW)
Owned by: Kerry & Mike Shaw - Surrey BC, Canada
- #1 foal, 2005 KWPN-NA Keuring
- Champion - 2005 Mid-States Cosequin/USDF Breeder's Colt/Gelding
November 2007 - We heard from Kerry and "Arturo was great in the natural horseman clinic last weekend. He tried so hard to do the right thing and stayed very focused. . . . . . Jonathan (the guy who will back him) and Arturo worked very well together. I had quite a few people come up and tell me what a beautiful horse he is and what a kind temperament even when he is rattled. I'm looking forward to taking him back in the spring for more ground work. I got the score sheets from the futurity class, he scored 81 with Ali Buchanan and 84 with Mark Carter for an average score 82.5. Both judges are American. Lowest mark was 7.5 on the movement score from both judges."
September 2007 - Kerry reports that "Arturo and I attended the BC Sporthorse Fall Classic yesterday. The weather was windy and slightly wet. Arturo placed 2nd in the sport horse 2 yr old colts & geldings futurity class." She says that he is doing quite well and that she looks forward to shwoing him next year.
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Owned by: Danielle Veasey, Sun Valley Farm - Aberdeen, North Carolina
- 2nd place in the 2 year old filly division of the USDF HOY DSHB in 2004
September 2007 - We heard from Danielle that Versai is again in foal to Idocus! Congrats! We are looking forward to another beautiful foal.
She also reports that Bourban (V's 2006 foal is beautiful, doing great and is starting to fill out.
May 2006 - Danielle reported that Versailles has a colt by Idocus!
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Owned by: Jim & Tracy Maher, Eires Own Sporthorses - Paola, Kansas
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#1 foal; 2003 KWPN Keuring
May 2006 - Westar has developed into a handsome young stallion! Tracy has begun his under saddle training and he is breathtaking in his movement.
I recently visited Tracy and Jim to check in on Westar. WOW is he ever handsome!! At three he is being slowly started under saddle and exhibits the same floating movement he had as a youngster. I can't wait to see him undersaddle!
In 2004 - Westar competed in the Cornhusker Classic Breed show held in Fremont NE. He was the star of the show, winning his yearling class, the Young Colt Champion class, plus being named Grand Champion of the show. Judge Col. Jonathan Burton scoring mark was an impressive 83.5%! Look for Westar at the Cosequin Breeder’s Finals.
Westar won a First Premium at the September 2004 kuering in Indiana, with the jury indicating that they would like for him to remain a colt and return again next year.
Owned by: Cindy Russell - Columbia, Missouri
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2001 Mid-States Cosequin/USDF Breeder’s Young Horse Champion
Cindy purchased Signature as a 2 year old and has carefully brought him along in his dressage career. They are a lovely pair and were recently named the 2004 Training level Champion for the Columbia Dressage and CT Association, as well as earning high ribbons with the Missouri Horse Show Association. This next year looks equally promising. Congratulations Cindy!!
May 2006 - Cindy gave us an update recently on Sig's progress: "I showed at William Woods University yesterday (4/22/06) at the recognized show and Sig was a star! We had a 71% at First 2 and 70% at First 4-our first qualifying score. We won the first class and got third (out of three) in the other one (I don't mind getting 3rd with a 70%-the 3 of us were 258, 256, and 253-very close!) He was just a dream to ride-relaxed and forward. In the first test we got 8, 7, 8, 7 - I was especially proud of his 8 for submission."
Owned by: Carolyn Melka - Bonsall, California
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#1 yearling; 2002 KWPN-NA Keuring
This was sent to us by Spy's mom - Carolyn:
March 18, 2007 - "This past weekend, we went to our first 2007 show. He show 2nd level tests 3 and 4 on Thu, Fri and Sat. He was absolutely stupendous, so good and so well-behaved. We scratched the last test (L2-T4) just to give him a break. All in all, he got a 65, three 67s, and a 70, four blues and one red. He even won the most beautiful jeweled browband which he wore on Sat for his last test. He looked beautiful.
His next show is in two weeks, back up in Burbank where he will do L2-Tests 3 and 4 again, as well as try to qualify for the FEI 6yo. Last year Jo swore she wouldn't do it again, but here we are."
May 26-28, 2006 - "Spy competed in the USEF/Markel Young Horse Program selection trials at Flintridge Dressage, LaCanada, CA. His scores were 7.72 in the Preliminary Test and 7.48 in the Finale Test!" These scores put Spy on the '2006 USEF/Markel Young Horse Short List'! Congratulations to Carolyn and Jo (Spy's rider) for a job well done!
December 10-11, 2005 Spy went to rub elbows with the big wigs at the L.A. Equestrian Center in Burbank for the Holiday Show. He did so well at TR level a few months ago in Del Mar that Jo (Spy's rider) moved him up to 1st Level, Tests 1 and 2. You will be pleased to hear that he was MUCH more settled at this show-as he doesn't want to look foolish, as he knows all eyes are on him. On Sat, in 1-1 he got a 74.8, and in 1-2 a 74.1. On Sun, we were entered in both again, but decided that we would scratch the second if he did well in the first. How's a 72.2? Needless to say, we were all pleased and he got the rest of the day off. He missed High Point by 2% pts... bummer. The Saturday judge asked Nacho about him, asking about his breeding and if this was Jo's new GP prospect. Kathleen Raine (Jo's trainer) and husband David Wightman are also very impressed. Thanks Carolyn for the exciting report! Zabella our yearling and Belize our 2006 filly are full sisters to Undercover!
Owned by: Peg O'Meara - Wintzville, Missouri
Cougar has now retired. During his showing career, Peg says that "he has quite a following, he was so impressive looking. He made me look pretty good in the show ring!" His career included: In 1999 he was the Missouri Horse Show Association High Point State Champion at Training Level, average score 69.20%. In 2000 he repeated the title at First Level, average score 64.296%. In 2001 he came in third in the state placings at Second Level. He retired at the end of that year. To gain those titles he competed around the State and was always in the top 3.
Owned by: Elise Mann - Lenexa, Kansas
Elise sent us this email - "At 11pm on June 8th, 2006 Pilipa gave birth to the filly Boheme. Pilipa is an incredible mother. Not at all like what everyone told us maiden mares were like. She's protective of the baby in that she won't let the other horses even look at Boheme, but she still let's me play with her and baby. Peeps even let me milk her so that we could make sure Boheme got first milk. Pictures attached!" While we didn't sell Pilipa directly to Elise - but she is a product of our breeding program and we are proud of the pair. Pilipa has been successful in the Cosequin Breed Program and was the 2004 USDF Region 4 Training Level Champion. Congratulations Elise!
Owned by: Stephanie Haggard - Lecompton, Kansas
Stephaine and Rainman found their niche in the eventing world. Rainman showed scope and talent in his fence work, plus lovely balance in the dressage arena. Stephanie has recently retired Rainman so that she can bring along her younger horses. He is a happy camper!
Owned by: Margie Sofro - Sun Valley, Idaho
Marji Sofro purchased Centaur as a 3 year old - it was love at first sight! They currently live in Sun Valley Idaho, where they train with Bob McDonald. Centaur competes occasionally in the hunters, but his main duty is to be Marji's soul mate. We wish them a continuing connection!
Owned by: Pam Levy, High Flight Farm - Locust Grove, Georgia
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Owned by: Ruth Hill-Schorsch - Leslie, Michigan
- 2006 American Royal Sporthorse in-hand Champion
- Top Ten yearling in the 2005 KWPN-NA Keuring
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