2014 Andalusian Magazine - Issue #2

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On the Cover: MARIETTA, GA 30060
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Haras Dos Cavaleiros is a well-respected
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Carmina Zamorano and Rafael Chávez Fax: (770) 432-6969
Monzón, dedicated to promoting the Web: www.lionhrtpub.com
new equine sport of working equitation,
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Championship title. The upcoming Haras
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breeds. Come join the fun and
excitement, Oct. 24-26, 2014! Assistant Art Director Jim McDonald
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6 President’s Letter 8 Pointers from Portugal Online Projects/FTP Manager Patton McGinley
E-mail: [email protected]
34 Business Cards Fitting and Grooming the Lusitano Horse for Show in (770) 431-0867, ext. 214
Halter and Under Saddle
36 Stallion Listings An interview with Ana Bessa and Francisco Bessa de Display Advertising Sales Lisbeth Hencke
Carvalho, Lusitanos D’Atela - Bessa De Carvalho Stud Classifieds, Business Cards, E-mail: [email protected]
38 Photo Classifieds By Jill Glasspool Malone, Ph.D., and Robert Malone, M.D., M.S. Stallion Directory Advertising Office: (240) 912-7195

39 Membership Application 14 Grooming to Win & IALHA Membership Cell: (361) 774-3957
Handbook Advertising Fax: (888) 802-1249
40 Working Equitation An interview with Gareth A. Selwood, USEF judge and
Championship competitor Publishing Editor Donna B. Brooks
2014 IALHA Editorial Contacts Julie Alonzo
40 Upcoming Events for 18 Royalty: Equine Art Contest 2014
the Iberian Horse E-mail: [email protected]
By Kay Laake Robert W. Malone, M.D., M.S.
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22 Preparing the PRE Horse for Showing Reprints Kelly Millwood
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Non-member Subscriptions Amy Halvorsen
26 Promoting the Breed E-mail: [email protected]
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in North America
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Andalusian Magazine (ISSN # 2151-5190) is published quarterly by the
International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to:
IALHA, P.O. Box 23682, Lexington, KY 40523. No part of this publication
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Cossaco

Working Equitation Grand Champion
Pin Oak Charity Horse Show 2013

Cartier IR Baronesa DC

A beautiful Stallion imported from Portugal, winner IALHA 2013: won best lusitano
of 2 gold medals and Champion of the Golega Fair. horse, champion of champions in
He is one of the main studs at Haras Dos Cavaleiros.
the U.S.A.
The Pin Oak Charity Hose Show 2014
First place Dressage SH Breeding Andalusian Stallions 26427 Peden Road
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President’s Issue 2 | 2014 • ANDALUSIAN MAGAZINE

Letter | by Julie Alonzo

IALHA’s Cooperative Ventures Dedicated to the Spanish and
Portuguese Horse
By now, you should have heard that the
IALHA Registry Board is offering a limit- IALHA PRESIDENT
ed-duration amnesty program that will
enable people to register their older horses Julie Alonzo
with the IALHA at weanling prices. This
year’s amnesty program, modeled after IALHA PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE
successful programs we’ve run in the past,
is offered in recognition that the past five Robert Malone, Chair
years have been particularly challenging for Julie Alonzo
many people financially, prompting some
to hold off on completing registrations as Meagan Hansen
quickly as they normally would. In addi- Jill Glasspool Malone
tion, the Board hopes that providing a
low-cost opportunity for people who have Allison Mathy
horses registered with other organizations (ANCCE, P.R.E. Mundial, APSL, ABPSL,
Azteca, etc.) may make it possible for them to participate in shows, such as the IALHA ANDALUSIAN MAGAZINE IS PUBLISHED
Nationals, where we can all come together to showcase the talents of our horses.
The amnesty program is just one concrete manifestation of the various activities in QUARTERLY BY:
which the IALHA is engaged, fulfilling a resolution passed in January 2011 to cooper-
ate with other organizations that share an interest in the horses we register. If a suffi- IALHA
cient number of people let us know they are interested, the 2014 National Show, Oct.
13-18 in Fort Worth, Texas, will offer revision opportunities for ANCCE and the P.R.E. REGISTRY OFFICE
Mundial as well as inspection for adult horses through APSL. 101 Carnoustie, North, #200
Such cooperative ventures need not be limited to horse registries, of course. For instance,
member Allison Mathy’s Lyric Dressage has been partnering with the IALHA to provide Birmingham, AL 35242
lovely high score dressage ribbons to IALHA-registered horses competing in select dressage Tel: (205) 995-8900
shows across North America. Earlier this year, IALHA members were encouraged to iden- Fax: (205) 995-8966
tify key dressage shows in their area for inclusion in the high score recognition program, and Email: [email protected]
Allison has been busy shipping ribbons to shows across the United States and Canada and
helping share photos of the winners with their awards via Facebook. www.IALHA.org
Cooperative ventures can also take the form of underwriting events open to IALHA
members. Haras dos Cavaleiros, one of the IALHA’s largest breeders of Lusitanos, has MEMBERSHIP SERVICES OFFICE
made a concerted effort to support the IALHA and the continued development of the Kiri van Haaren, Membership Services Administrator
sport of working equitation ever since it moved operations from Mexico to the Hous-
ton area in 2010. In addition to having donated over $100,000 to support the IALHA P.O. Box 23682
Nationals and the Pin Oak Charity Horse Show in the past four years alone, owners Lexington, KY 40523
Carmina Zamorano and Rafael Chávez Monzón have hosted working equitation judge Tel/Fax: (859) 317-9517
seminars and riders clinics with some of the world’s leading experts, always careful to Email: [email protected]
ensure that IALHA members are informed of the opportunities for continuing educa-
tion and are encouraged to attend. A concrete example of their efforts to support the The primary objectives and purposes of the International Andalusian
IALHA is their decision to schedule the Haras Cup (harascup.com) the weekend fol- and Lusitano Horse Association are:
lowing the IALHA National Show, a date chosen specifically so that it might provide
IALHA members an additional reason to trailer to Texas in October: In two short weeks, (1) to preserve, improve, and maintain the purity of the blood of horses
they’ll have the chance to compete in two high-profile championship events. of the Andalusian breed, which includes horses of Spanish origin known
There are countless other examples of cooperative support and collaboration. If you as Caballo Pura Raza Española and/or of Portuguese origin, known as
know of someone in your area who deserves particular recognition for their work as Cavalo Puro Sangue Lisitano, or Raça Lusitano, and/or of Spanish/
ambassadors of the IALHA and the breed, please consider nominating them for one of Portuguese origin, and to promote public interest in the science of
the IALHA Year-End Awards (Professional of the Year, Amateur of the Year, Volunteer of breeding Andalusian horses, and to foster, aid, and encourage the
the Year, etc.). Look for announcements about this recognition program in August. Q AM 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.

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to:
IALHA, P.O. Box 23682, Lexington, KY 40523. No part of this publication
may be reproduced by any mechanical, photographic or electronic
process without prior written permission of the publisher.

COPYRIGHT © 2014 IALHA
ANDALUSIAN Magazine is the official Publication of the International

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VERSO DO RETIRO

D2001 LUSITANO STALLION
• Temperament & Talent
• Champion of Breed & Dressage Shows
• His sweet demeanor and eagerness to
please make him a winning choice for
the professional or amateur rider.
Breeding Fee $1,500

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Pointers from Portugal

Fitting and Grooming the Lusitano Horse
for Show in Halter and Under Saddle

An Interview with Ana Bessa and Francisco Bessa de Carvalho
Lusitanos D’Atela - Bessa De Carvalho Stud

By Jill Glasspool Malone, Ph.D., and Robert Malone, M.D., M.S.

Cielo Azure Lusitanos

Quinta da Fonte Santa, Lisbon. Soberano, ridden by Olympic Portuguese rider Carlos Pinto, had a
Photo: Laurent Vilbert double victory in the Grand Prix and Grand Prix Special at CDI3* of
Pompadour, June 28-29, 2014.
Francisco Bessa de Carvalho’s passion for
Photo: Laurent Vilbert
Lusitano horses began in the early years

of his life in Lisbon, Portugal, when as a

child he started riding at the Picadeiro do Lumiar. It
was here that he met Luis Valença, who served as
his Master during Francisco’s early years. Beginning
in 1984, Francisco Bessa de Carvalho continued his
training and professionalization as a rider at EPAE
(Portuguese School of Equestrian Art) under the
direction of founder Dr. Guilherme Borba. Since
then, Francisco has become one of the members of
the school, where he currently serves as picador.

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Since 1992, Francisco (affectionately known as “Quico”) choose to take on competi-

assumed the duties of riding monitor and director of the tion, we intensify this

Quinta da Fonte Santa - Equestrian Centre. From 1999 to three-step procedure in

2012, he served as national and international judge of the order to achieve peak

Lusitano breed and member of the Grading Board to the physical condition and a

Stud Book with APSL. Given his huge passion for horses full acceptance of control

and specifically for the Lusitano horses, he began breeding by the horses of the pre-

Lusitanos in 1989. For this purpose, Quico and his wife Ana senter.

acquired the property “Paul d’Atela” in Ribatejo, where they

are dedicated to breeding the highest quality Lusitano hors-

es while continuing their commitment to several projects Andalusian: Francisco,

related to the Lusitano horse and its development in the you have had a long

world. Their stud farm has a strong commitment to the dis- professional association

cipline of dressage. In 2005, Bessa De Carvalho Stud pur- with one of the greatest

chased the stallion Soberano (GUB), a horse that is riding schools of the

internationally recognized as an excellent example of the world, the Portuguese

Lusitano breed (having won three gold medals and two titles School of Equestrian Art.

of Champion of Champions). Soberano has a great gift for How does EPAE groom

dressage and is presently competing internationally at their horses for showing

Grand Prix Level, competing under the Portuguese rider in hand and under

Carlos Pinto. saddle? Are there special ways that the stallions are

Andalusian magazine asked Ana and Quico if they might trimmed or how they are groomed and braided before

take a brief respite from their busy schedules to help our they are presented to the public? Is this any different

readers to better understand the special methods which are from how the stallion should be prepared for

used by top Portuguese breeders to prepare their horses for competitive dressage or for competition and

showing in hand and under saddle, and are very grateful presentation at the International Championship of the

that they agreed to participate in this project. Lusitano Breed or the National Horse Fair and

Expoegua?

Francisco: The tradition among the Lusitano horse is to

Andalusian: Ana, Francisco, thank you very much for have long horsehair along the left side. At the Portuguese

taking time to share your experience and insight with School of Equestrian Art, the horses are not presented in

our readers. This issue of our magazine is focused on model and movement shows, they are only presented in

those that show the Lusitano and PRE horses in the exhibition. Concerning these shows, the horsehair is plait-

Americas, including the United States, Canada and ed and if the occasion is a gala, they will wear ribbons on it.

Mexico. As you know very well, the proper The horses in capriole will have their hair also plaited, and

preparation of the Lusitano foal, mare or stallion begins their tails will be tied to allow the jump without touching

with proper care, feeding and exercise. At Lusitanos the legs of the horses. Concerning the saddle, they will take

D’Atela – Bessa de Carvalho Stud, do

you have any special feeding or

exercise schedule that you use with

those horses that you will show at the

International Championship of the

Lusitano Breed (Lisbon), and at the

National Horse Fair and Expoegua,

both in Golega village?

Ana and Francisco: First of all, let us

thank you for the opportunity of letting us

share our experience with the fans of the

Lusitano horse in the Americas. Now,

answering your question, at Lusitanos

d’Atela – Bessa de Carvalho Stud we have

the concern to ensure three essential fac-

tors for all our breeding stock: a good

nutritional, sanitary and high handling Cesar d’Atela and Salvador Pessanha, horse with “arreio à relvas” saddle and bridle, and
level. Concerning those horses that we rider with Portuguese outfit. This horse presented in a stallions class.

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FITTING AND GROOMING

Francisco Bessa de Carvalho at the Portuguese School of Equestrian Art (horse presented in a gala Andalusian: Bullfighting on horseback
with ribbons in the mane). has a long and proud tradition in
Portugal, and some think that the
demands of the bullfight has played an
important role in maintaining both the
unbroken tradition of classical riding as
well as the quality of the Lusitano horse
as a working breed from the period of
kings and emperors down to modern
times. Are stallions prepared and
groomed for the bullfight in the same
way that they are prepared for the
show ring, or are there differences?

Ana and Francisco: Concerning the bull-
fighting horses, they will have a Portuguese
saddle and bit. With the horses of courtesies,
they will wear a saddlecloth the same color as
the bullfighter’s casaca (jacket) and plumes
on the top of the bridle. The stirrup will be
“estribos de caixa” (box stirrup).

a Portuguese saddle and bridle with fully ornamented Andalusian: The Portuguese have developed special
buckles. The riders will be wearing a casaca (traditional
jacket) and a tricornio (tricorn hat). ways of trimming and grooming their Lusitano colts,

Regarding the preparation for dressage competition, the fillies, mares and stallions for showing in hand. The mane
horse's saddle and the rider’s outfit will be the English style
and according to international rules. of the young horses are often trimmed rather than

Concerning the model and movements competitions, braided, and the tails of fillies and mares are often
the horses would have the Portuguese saddle and bridle with
simple buckles, and the rider would wear the traditional trimmed closely for many centimeters from where the
Portuguese outfit.
tail joins the croup. How do you trim and braid colts and
If the rules also allow the English outfit for the riders,
then the horses will also have to be dressed with an English fillies for showing in hand? At what age do you grow out
saddle and bridle.
the mane and prepare the young mare or stallion as you
Bullfighters during courtesies.
would prepare a mature horse for showing in hand? Is

there special clothing that should be worn when

presenting the Lusitano in hand to the judge?
Ana and Francisco: Horses are pre-

sented by age and gender and always con-
sidering the birth year, regardless of the
month in which they were born. That fact
alone accounts for the large differences in
development that sometimes can be
observed. There are one-, two- and three-
year-old classes for females and for males
presented in hand. Then, there are four-
year-old classes for ridden mares and
four-year-old classes for ridden stallions
and ridden stallions class (stallions five
years old and more). This division by age
is crucial as the Lusitano breed has a late
development, and it will assure that we
will not compromise a main characteristic
of the breed, which is ridability.

Considering colts and fillies up to one
years old, they are presented with shaved
mane and tail, the fillies with a little
“pompom” at the end of the tail.

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Idolo d’Atela, presented in hand, one-year-old class at International Festival of Lusitano Breed, June 2014.

Considering males over one year old, the mane and tail length. It is more reminis-
are not shaved any more, and they are plaited to be present- cent of a driving whip than
ed in shows by hand or ridden classes. a lunge whip, but it is defi-
nitely longer than the dres-
Judges are placed at the vertices of a triangle in order to sage whip. The lead line is
observe front, lateral and back movements of the long, probably 8 to 10 feet;
horses/mares rewarding the impulsion in three gaits, with- it is enough to have the
out losing balance and emphasizing expressive movements, horse lunge around the
good knee and amplitude. In the case of in-hand classes, exhibitor. The halter tradi-
only walk and trot will be judged. Those who present better tionally has square buckles
quality in the gaits and proximity to breed type will get a and minimal decoration,
better placement in judgment. unlike the Spanish halters.

Although the rules allow the presenters to wear the Eng- The Portuguese in-
lish outfit, we think that the Portuguese outfit should be hand attire is very tradi-
privileged to present the horses in in-hand classes or ridden tional, with conservative
classes. colors (usually black, gray
or brown) and a very
Portuguese tack for showing in hand includes a long Iberia style. A traditional
whip (4 to 6 feet in length) with a short lash, 1 to 4 feet in riding hat, with a wide flat
brim, wide hatband, a
Guhapa d’Atela - 1st place, gold medal, International Festival of Lusitano Horse chinstrap that tightens over
(June 2014) and Feira do Cavalo Ponte de Lima (June 2014) in hand three-year- the chin and an indented
old class. crown, is worn by both Xenofonte d’Atela presented at stallion class at
ladies and gentlemen, Feira do Cavalo de Ponte de Lima where he won
although occasionally a first place, gold medal and became Champion of
Kangol cap is substituted the Champions in June 2009.
in the men’s clothing. A traditional single-breasted Por-
tuguese waistcoat or vest (chalequillo) with a deep “V” neck
and straight cut back and five buttons at the front is also
worn by men and women. The traditional Portuguese rid-
ing trouser has a straight cut leg without cuff, finishing
above the ankles (yes, you have read that right) and with a
high, button-up waistband. The trousers are worn with
“braces” or suspenders. Women also wear a traditional Por-
tuguese ladies riding skirt (culottes), with center buttons at
the back and front. The riding skirt is ankle length and is

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FITTING AND GROOMING

with the rider’s attire and tack matching

the style. There is a lot of variety in this,

which adds to the fun in watching the

stallion classes. Stallions are shown togeth-

er. For the in-hand portion, saddles are

removed ringside, with a groom helping

to untack the horse, and then stallions are

immediately shown in hand. During the

awards portion (which is taken very seri-

ously at the larger shows), the saddle is

put back on the horse. Often family mem-

bers or co-owners come out to pose with

the horse and exhibitor, as medals are

given. Stallion classes determine the

breeding stock for the next generation. A

first place prize in a stallion class does not

always result in an award of a gold medal.

Sometimes a stallion gets a first place prize

Last June 2014, Xenofonte was again presented at Feira do Cavalo de Ponte de Lima at dressage and a silver medal, not a gold. The awards
competition, level Grand Prix, with Salvador Pessanha. are taken very seriously, and it is a great

honor to receive a gold medal.

traditionally worn over the matching colored trousers.

Gloves are not always worn. .

Stallion classes include a riding portion first. Stallions are Andalusian: The Lusitano horse is becoming more

shown in the riding style of choice (traditional or dressage), popular in the Americas, and registrations are growing

rapidly. As experts in breeding, training and showing

Tecolote Lusitanos, do you see important changes happening
with the Lusitano horse? Do you have any advice that
you would like to share with our readers that are
carefully watching the direction that leading farms like

the Bessa De Carvalho Stud are taking with their

(Gitano A x Suforia) breeding programs?
Ana and Francisco: Perhaps the biggest change that we
q Proven show partner

q 10-year-old, 16.1 hand have been seeing in the Lusitano horse is that it is becom-
ing more popular all over the world due mainly to its char-
Andalusian bay gelding acteristics of versatility and character and to the growing
recognition it has received over the years. In fact, the Lusi-
q Training Third Level tano horse was world champion twice in the discipline of
carriage driving, it was the second most represented breed
Dressage at the Beijing Olympic Games, and it has systematically

q Thrives on variety;

musical freestyles,
working equitation,
jumping, western &
English pleasure

q Amateur friendly been world champion in the discipline of working equi-
tation. With this diversity of results, what we think is the
and has a GREAT most important is that breeders, within their freedom of
disposition choice in the way we manage our studs according to our
tastes, are able to ensure the identity of the Lusitano horse,
q Numerous awards, maintaining the characteristics of versatility and character

including USDF, RMDS,
and USEF

q Price $29,500

of the Lusitano breed and at the same time empowering

the horses to reach their maximum potential of growth

and development, enabling them to be top world horses,

being it in competition, artistic or leisure purposes.

Again, thank you very much for the opportunity you

Contact: gave us with this interview. It was a real pleasure. Q AM

[email protected]

303.588.1341

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Grooming
to Win

An Interview with Gareth A. Selwood

Gareth A. Selwood is a USEF judge and competitor, as well as a
licensed cosmetologist. He has shown horses in Spain, Morocco,
Belgium, Scotland and the U.S., and has judged in Belgium,
Australia and the U.S. Gareth holds USEF judge’s cards in Morgan,
Friesian, Andalusian/Lusitano and Western as well as for Miniature
Horses. He is also a certified equine appraiser.

Gareth was born in England in 1961. From the age of four he
grew up in Brussels, Belgium, where he attended the British and
International Schools of Belgium. He discovered his love for horses
early and eventually received his assistant trainer’s “PC”
(Performance Level C) from the Belgian National Centre of
Equitation (C.N.V.E.S). In 1976 Gareth and his family moved to
Southern California, where he turned professional after graduating
from Redlands High School at the age of 16. Gareth opened
Selwood Park that year, showing Arabians in the U.S. and abroad
for, among others, the Government of Morocco and HRM King
Hassan II. The very first Andalusians he showed were Majorio,
Mercedes VII and Arrogante. In the show ring, Gareth is best
known for showing the stallions Despierto and Davido along with
their get to many Horse of the Year awards across the U.S. Gareth
was a member of the IALHA Board for many years and was show
committee chair twice. He is the past president and national show
manager for the International Friesian Show Horse Association.
Over the years he has shown hundreds of horses to IALHA
National awards.

Andalusian was able to catch up with Gareth at Lorick Stables in
western New York, where he specializes in breeding, fitting and
showing Friesian and other Baroque breeds for Lorie Washuta and
Richard Butts.

Santiago, U.S. National Champion Senior Stallion, shown in
“American Style Turn Out,” groomed beautifully by his then
owners Dave and Gloria Hennen.
Photo: Rick Osteen

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GROOMING

under-appreciated, and hooves, like the

horses coat, should be clean and free of

dirt. Sanding of hooves is a good way to

remove dirt, stains and roughness, but

should never be done to excess in order

to keep horses healthy. Hoof dressings

are also optional, but I would recom-

mend reading the current year rule-

book to make sure your entry is legal.

Any good pH-balanced shampoo is

best and use warm water when possi-

ble. Not only does warm water remove

more dirt, but the horses enjoy the bath

more as they do not resent the water

when it is not too cold or too hot.

Avoid spraying your horse in the face as

the water easily ends up in their ears

which can ruin the bathing experience

for you and your horse for years to

come. Either use a sponge to shampoo

and rinse the head or put your water

Selwood Park Norsk, IALHA U.S. National Champion Half-Andalusian Sport Horse and Senior hose on trickle and take your time so as
Stallion, is shown free of hoof black but is using clear hoof dressing due to white hooves. not to offend or scare your horse.

Photo: Susan Sexton When the horse is clean, I use only

Andalusian: Gareth, thank you for taking time from “ShowSheen” or “Laser Sheen” type products on the body and
your busy schedule to share insights from your many mane and tail as they are lanolin-based and do not attract dirt
years as a top competitor showing horses in the North and dust like oil-based treatments. After washing and apply-
American Andalusian Horse show circuit. For the 2014 ing a detangler, use a hairbrush through the mane and tail. If
issue #2 of Andalusian magazine, we have asked leading you do use oil-based products, make sure you remove the
Portuguese, Spanish and North American breeders, products every day after the show as they will continue to
judges and show specialists to share some of their attract dirt and possibly cause skin irritations and dermatitis.
show secrets with our readership. What advice can you Baby oil, when used conservatively on the nose, eyes and
share with those that will be inside clipped ears, highlights an already beautiful head.

showing their Andalusian horses

this year?

Gareth Selwood: I am often asked

questions regarding show grooming in

general: How do I prepare my horses

for particular classes, and how the

preparation and grooming might dif-

fer depending on the division in which

I am presenting my horses.

I would say the most important fac-

tors in presenting a show horse are clean-

liness, good feeding and worming

program, healthy hooves, coat, and keep-

ing your horse up on all vaccinations and

a current negative Coggins test.

In halter especially, the horse should

be fit and in good condition. Ribs

should not show, and I prefer them a

little heavier than too thin. Shoeing is IALHA U.S. National Champion Lusitano Stallion Piri Piri shown unbraided with no hoof dressing at
optional. The importance of good a USDF in-hand competition.
preparation by the farrier is often
Photo: Susan Sexton

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Andalusian: How do you advise that competitors trim prefer lunging in caveson/bridle with surcingle, along with
and clip the Andalusian horse for showing in the U.S.? turn out to prepare the horse and keep them happy. I will
either take the three months, depending on the time of year,
Gareth: I do not believe any judges I know have ever to shed out a new coat or body clip the horse to start fresh.
penalized an otherwise clean, fit and healthy horse. I prefer for Clipping makes it easier to clean the horse after work outs
horses’ ears and nose to be free of hair, but it is not essential. and allows the skin to breathe easier. Sun-bleached hair is
As I said before, however, cleanliness and good health are. easily removed this way, giving the horse a uniform color and
general appearance of good health.
I personally clip hairs on the horse’s muzzle and inside the
ears with a #40 blade. All other parts of the body, including The head and eyes are most important when they show
the fetlocks and face, I use a #15 on all horses except light great type, and it is to your advantage to concentrate on pre-
grays (white) where I use a #10. One must be especially care- senting that area. If, however, your horse shows a less than
ful not to cut the horse’s skin, which is easy to do in some perfect type in the head, do not accentuate it with oils. The
areas like the folded skin around elbows and girth. Blades same can be said for the legs which are equally important.
should be kept cool as possible with a Kool Lube spray. If you An industrial patent shine will only attract the judges’ atten-
need to tranquilize an unexperienced horse, make sure it is tion to a badly clubbed foot and bad angle of a joint. If the
done a good two weeks before competition so that medica- strong point of your horse is his/her strong body and top
tion does not show up on blood work. line, then shine that area up the most. They are called “show
horses” for a good reason, and it is your responsibility to
Andalusian: Fitting out is at least as important as show them off.
grooming. How do you prepare the horse in the
months before the show? Andalusian: Thank you for sharing these insights,
Gareth. We look forward to your continued support and
Gareth: It takes me a minimum of three months to ready contributions to advancing the Andalusian and other
a horse from the pasture to the show ring. Diet will be Baroque breeds in North America and wish you and
adjusted to accommodate weight gain or loss as well as Lorick Stables the best of luck in 2014 and beyond. Q AM
appropriate exercise and conditioning to achieve the same. I

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Royalty:

Equine Art Contest 2014

“El Rey” by Frances Loza

By Kay Laake If you’ve visited the IALHA Facebook page recently, you’ve been awed by the

images of Andalusians and Lusitanos submitted by artists from all over the

world, participating in the 2014 IALHA Equine Art Contest. Photography,
acrylic, mixed media, watercolor, graphite, oil, sculpture and other media were
represented from artists in the United States, Canada, France and Spain. This year,
the winning artwork is Frances Loza’s “El Rey,” which was selected to grace the 2014
IALHA National Championship Show program cover as well as apparel, posters and
other merchandise. Frances also won a free exhibitor’s booth at Nationals.

The difficult selection process for the Show Committee artists. This year we had two talented teenage artists, Brenna
and Board of Directors is guided by the need to choose a Litynski, a mere 12 years young from Maryland, and Melanie
work that uniquely represents our breed, shows well on the Waidler, just 14 years old, from Vigo, Spain. We were also
program cover and grabs the heart of the viewer. “El Rey” excited to see the works of artists returning from prior years.
does that and more. Returning artists Frederique Lavergne, Cynthia Saenz and
Janice Fischer’s work were among the finalists. European
Frances, a self-taught photographer, is gifted with an native, Ozana Sturgeon, rounded out the finalists with her
innate ability to stir one’s emotions in the timeless images she stunning mixed media work,“Andalusian Study.”
captures. Her genuine affection and admiration for her sub-
jects takes center stage in her art images, bringing a new Frances Loza will be at her booth at the IALHA Nationals
dimension to fine art photography. Frances describes her and her wonderful work, “El Rey,” will be in the Silent Auc-
work in this way: “It comes from the heart, from the tion. The image will be displayed on t-shirts and other mer-
moment I click the camera, up to the final detail.” chandise that can be purchased during the IALHA 2014
National Championship Show in October, and online after
Frances and her family call Gilroy, Calif., home, where she the show this fall.
enjoys her two Aztecas: Soltero and Jitana. You’ll find more of
her work on www.francesloza.com. All entries to this year’s Equine Art Contest can be viewed
on www.IALHA.org. You’ll find their websites there as well
Our contest in 2014 attracted some incredible talent, from where you can purchase their work. Q AM
high profile professional artists to the new, yet undiscovered

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“Meant to Be” by Youth Artist Brenna Litynski “Carousel” by Janice Fischer

“Campeador” by Frederique Lavergne “Warrior” by Frances Loza

“Desfogado Brio” by Youth Artist Melanie Waidler “Andalusian Study” by Ozana Sturgeon “Enigma” by Cynthia Saenz

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Preparing the
PRE Horse for Showing

BY XAVIER PIQUE

Certified Judge, ANCCE (National Association of Purebred Spanish Horse Breeders of Spain)
With translation assistance from Lucero Davidson

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Our ranch, Yeguada Pique Angel, is situated two hours from Barcelona and
three hours from Madrid in the province of Huesca, Spain. Breeding and showing

the PRE (Pura Raza Española) horse began as a hobby at our ranch when I was 10 years old, but over the
years it has become a central focus of our lives. Our horses all originate from the Yeguada Militar Stud.
We have bought the mares in their auctions and have used their stallions, while occasionally using stallions
born on our ranch. Famous horses like Evento, Ocle, Deco, Lebrijano III, Oleaje, Dergano, and Bizarro
XIV are some of the ancestors of our horses. In recent years we have not been competing very much,
but in 2005 our horse Jeque XIV won the Best Movement Spanish Champion in Young Horses at the
SICAB at Sevilla. We have exported horses all over the world, including the United States, Mexico, Costa
Rica, Nicaragua, Panama as well as European countries.

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PREPPING & SHOWING www.ialha.org

Preparing horses for

competition

The first step towards a successful horse
show occurs long before the show date.
Beginning preparation well in advance
ensures that the horses can be presented
in the best possible condition. At
Yeguada Pique Angel, we first select the
horses that we will be showing, making
sure that we will have enough time to
bring them to the best possible fitness,
weight, health and coat condition (fit-
ting) through a combination of diet,
exercise, handling and regular grooming.
After selecting the horses that will be
shown, the next step is to think clearly
and carefully about the defects which are
present in each horse. No horse is per-
fect, but in fitting and grooming the
horse for show, it is very helpful to have a
clear understanding of the horse’s imper-
fections – ideally a better understanding
of the defects than even the judge does –
and then to fit and groom to hide what is
not perfect. In order to win in a compet-
itive class, it is very important to present
the horses in the best possible condition,
including all aspects of coat, weight,
muscularity, and work.

Focusing on the presentation aspects,
the most important parts of a PRE-bred
horse are the head and the croup. Obvious-
ly the head is where we have the most work
to do. It is very important to clean the ears
and mouth and then carefully trim the hair
that is beside the head. Immediately before
the moment of presentation in the show,
we will usually use a product to give more
shine to the eyes and mouth. We do this by
carefully applying a thin layer of baby oil,
for example.

Moving down from the head, the horse’s
neck is important to groom, striving for a
clean and clear appearance. A well-groomed
neck will make it much easier to see the
insertion between the head and the neck
and will emphasize the throatlatch as well as
the muscularity, length and arch of the
neck. For example, many years ago, mares
were always presented with a long, flowing
mane. Now all the breeders in Spain are
looking for the long necks and the open
throatlatch that are better for dressage. If we
shear and sculpt the mane, leaving it with
very few hairs, it makes the neck seem more

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long and refined. Just present a clean neck,
following the real line of the body.

In the colts and stallions, the work on
the head will be the same. We can shear a
little space on the horse’s neck where we put
the bridle (bridle path), but otherwise we
do not shear the mane. We also often care-
fully shear along the shoulder blade, just to
make it easier for the judge to see the slope
of the shoulder, and to make a more visual-
ly appealing presentation. This type of trim-
ming of the head, neck and shoulder can
also make it easier for the moment we put
on the saddle and makes it cleaner and eas-
ier to do the braid.

Moving from the head and neck to the
feet, we then have quite a bit of work to do
in the area of the hoof and fetlock. If we
clean all the long hair that the horses always
have, both presenter and judge will appreci-
ate the virtues of hoof and fetlock much
more. We also need to clean and trim hair
around the coronary band and to properly
trim the hoof. A clean and well-trimmed
coronet will give the appearance that the
horse has a bigger hoof, and this helps in
the presentation. It is important that all four
feet be properly groomed in this way.

With the tail, there are big differences
depending on the sex and age of the horse.
In Spain, these days we normally do not
show yearlings. In the past when showing
young horses, the colts would be presented
with the tail completely clean, and fillies pre-
sented with some hair at the end of the tail.
For the colts and young stallions older than
two years, you only need to brush out the
mane and the tail, preserved in good condi-
tion and lightly trimmed to a relatively uni-
form size. For the females, we normally clip
completely, more or less to 25 centimeters,
and we crop the tail to approximately under
the hocks.

Here in Spain we find many products to
make the hair shine, to clean the white tails,
and many other kinds of cosmetic products.
They are sold in the pet shops (normally for
dogs), but we have never had any problems
using these products for the horses. We only
use these for the competitions, and they help
give a professional result to our presentations.

Now the only thing left is to handle the
horses and work them in the best possible
way to improve their movement. Good luck
in the show ring! Q AM

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Promoting the
Breed

IALHA and The Foundation for the
Pure Spanish Horse Cooperating to Advance the

Iberian Horse in North America

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Opposite Page:

Celia Stenfors-Dacre, M.D., M.B.A., is a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician
who started out with horses at a very young age. She bought her first Pure Spanish horse
in 1999 named Lunalita, and since then her passion for these beautiful horses has flour-
ished. In 2010 her stallion Ladino GF unanimously won Grand National Champion Senior
Stallion at the IALHA National show in Texas and in 2011 won National Champion Senior
Stallion for the Spanish Judges at The Foundation Celebration show in Las Vegas. Celia
continues to breed and show her horses and volunteers as a board member for The
Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse.

In May 2014, The Foundation for the Pure Spanish Horse forward to continuing to cooperate with and promote
(FPSH) Board Members Celia Stenfors-Dacre (Celia is also FPSH educational activities. IALHA recognizes and is
a member of IALHA) and Cameron English, traveled to extremely appreciative of the wonderful dedication and
Chicago to present a proposal for advancing cooperation commitment The Foundation has made in promoting the
between IALHA and FPSH to the IALHA Board of Directors Pure Spanish horse, along with the quality of FPSH publi-
at their regularly scheduled May meeting. The proposal cations, and the continued programs supplied to educate
focused on ways to simplify the registration of Pure Spanish the public, horse owners, and breeders about the PRE
horses through cooperation between IALHA and The Foun- horse. This element complements and enhances IALHA’s
dation. The reasoning behind this outreach and initiative was success in promoting under saddle and other disciplines
to reduce owner costs, simplify the registration process and such as driving, working equitation and dressage, and along
improve cohesion and alignment within the Pure Spanish with IALHA USEF affiliate status, not only bridges the gap
horse community. Furthermore, it was the intent of the between our two memberships but also goes along with
FPSH and presenters to also encourage show participation accomplishing the four factors listed above.
by reducing expenses.
With this in mind, and in terms of promoting the breed,
The proposal focused on four primary objectives: as well as being openly supportive of one another, the
• Simplify the registration process IALHA Board welcomes the possibility of a Foundation
• Reduce costs associated with registration and shows Revision opportunity at the 2014 National Show, and has
• Make it easier for members to participate in shows invited The Foundation to provide a clinic for continued
education and information to promote the Pure Spanish
hosted by both organizations horse. Also, as in previous years, IALHA has invited FPSH
• Promote and market the Pure Spanish horse to others

Although the concepts discussed are in their infancy, the presentation provided
a wonderful forum for discussion between IALHA and The Foundation.

Excellent thoughts and ideas were generated and exchanged with the ultimate
goal to promote and preserve our magnificent breed.

Although the concepts discussed are in their infancy, the to have a booth space in the vendor area of the main arena
presentation provided a wonderful forum for discussion to provide educational materials and promote the PRE
between IALHA and The Foundation. Excellent thoughts horse.
and ideas were generated and exchanged with the ultimate
goal to promote and preserve our magnificent breed. It is for In another outreach effort, IALHA voted to implement an
this breed that many members of both FPSH and IALHA Amnesty Program to facilitate the registration of any eligible
volunteer hours of time in an effort to give back to the horse unregistered Andalusian or Lusitano horse one year old or
that gives us so much. older, irrespective of the organizational membership affilia-
tions of their breeders or owners. This program, which pro-
After carefully considering the presentation, IALHA vides a 50 percent discount on the cost of registration and
directors agreed to seek opportunities to collaborate while discounts the usual IALHA registration fee of $100 to $50,
working towards future endeavors that can benefit the started on July 1, 2014, and ends on Aug. 31, 2014. All other
members in both of our groups who are committed to the applicable registration fees remain the same as published.
Pure Spanish horse. IALHA believes that this can be For owners of an unregistered purebred Andalusian or Lusi-
accomplished in a number of ways, for example, The Foun- tano horse(s), or an older horse(s) that is ready to show, this
dation excels in the area of education, and IALHA looks provides an excellent opportunity to get their paperwork in

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PROMOTING THE BREED

order so that newly registered horses would

be able to enter the many IALHA/USEF-

approved horse shows presented by IALHA

throughout the United States every year.

Most recently, Barbara Clark, the execu-

tive director of The Foundation, contacted

IALHA President Julie Alonzo to ask if

IALHA might be interested in working with

The Foundation and US-PREA to help

encourage people to donate to a fundraising

effort aimed at gathering donations to help Susan Treabass (right) with Kamiakan, the first Spanish Horse ever to have the honor to represent

get Susan Treabass and Kamiakan (an the United States in an international competition.

Andalusian who is registered with all of our

associations, which would be the first Andalusian/Spanish letter of donation you can use to reduce your U.S. income

horse to compete for the U.S. in the World Equestrian tax obligations. You can call 505.294.0800 with a credit card

Games) to the World Equestrian Games (WEG) in Nor- or send a check made out to FPSH to:

mandy this fall. Kamiakin is the first Spanish Horse ever to

have the honor to represent the United States in an interna- 115 Elm St. NE

tional competition. He and his rider Susan Treabess have Albuquerque, NM 87122

been selected for the U.S. Para-Equestrian Team that is

going to the WEG in Normandy, France. Kamiakin is a PRE Susan has also established two other methods to receive

horse bred right here in the United States by Ami McHugh donations:

of Jackass Mountain Ranch. He is owned by American, 1. You can donate online via PayPal and her website at:

Katie Hill, who now lives in Holland, and registered with http://susantreabess.com/support/

IALHA, P.R.E. Mundial and with ANCCE. 2. You can donate with a check made out to USPEA and

Susan and Kamiakan need to earn $15,000 to cover the send it to:

cost. People can donate the money either through The USPEA

Foundation (for which they will receive a receipt for tax- c/o Susan Treabess

deductible donation) or through the fundraising site that 8680 Wintu Way

Susan has set up on her own. With Julie’s strong endorse- Winters, CA 95694

ment, the IALHA Board of Directors rapidly endorsed this

cooperation between all three organizations to help Susan A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

and Kamiakan compete in the WEG. IALHA is grateful that Celia, Cameron and FPSH took the

The FPSH has a Para-Equestrian fund and if you donate time to journey all the way to Chicago to make their pre-

to it, The Foundation has pledged to make sure every dollar sentation, and looks forward to walking a thousand miles

donated goes to support the WEG. If you are donating on on behalf of the Spanish horse and to doing so together

behalf of IALHA, please make sure to let them know, so that with FPSH and any other organizations that share our

Susan and the PRE community will know that IALHA objectives of defending, promoting and advancing the

members are supporting this important cause. Donate to interests of Iberian horses and their owners within North

the Para-Equestrian fund at FPSH, and you will receive a America and the world. Q AM

IALHA looks forward to walking a thousand miles on behalf
of the Spanish horse and to doing so together with FPSH and any other

organizations that share our objectives ...

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Style, Attitude and Attire for
the Doma Vaquera Rider

By John Saint Ryan

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Doma Vaquera is a term used for the Spanish working cattleman. It is the
traditional working riding discipline of Spain from which all the working
riding styles of the Americas and many of those of Europe appear to
derive. Along with "rejoneo" (bull-fighting) and "acoso y derribo" (young cattle pursuit and

herding) riding styles, Doma Vaquera is distinct from classical Spanish Haute École or Doma
Clásica riding disciplines. Doma Vaquera is a style of horse riding which enables the rider
to carry out daily duties on horseback on a working cattle ranch. It developed when hors-
es were used for handling the fighting bulls of Spain, and it grew out of decades of daily
work with them in the open countryside.

Opposite Page Left: Much of the time the Doma Vaquera men are
working with fighting bulls, so a lot of the dress,
“The real thing that matters, the true judge of your equipment and horses used were originally devel-
ability as a horseman is standing next to you. It is the oped with those working requirements in mind.
horse who will tell you by his expression, his body The style of riding, tack, dress and discipline of
and the look in his eye that you helped him, if you the working horses has then evolved into what
showed him how he can be better, and if you have a we see today. It is still being used on working
partner in this dance.” ranches, in Doma Vaquera competition and
more recently in Doma de Trabajo (working
— John Saint Ryan equitation).

Above: Modern Doma Vaquera competitions provide a
challenging test for both the horse and rider. Practi-
The Doma Vaquera rider should present an air of cality and precision are married together as the
pride and confidence in his performance. rider must be aware of the true nature of these tests
which are performed in a 60-meter x 20-meter
arena. At the advanced level, the requirements
include all the maneuvers a horse would need to
make when facing a fighting bull, such as explosive
gallops from a standing start, skid stops, lateral
yielding and canter pirouettes.

Because Doma Vaquera is relatively new to the
U.S., it may be helpful to those interested in the
development of the discipline to have the oppor-
tunity to have a better overview and understand-
ing of the requisite movements, expression and
essence which goes to make a true presentation of
Doma Vaquera.

It is essential that both horse and rider be aware
of the “aire vaquero,” the important attitude and
posture which distinguish the true vaquero. The
rider should present an air of pride and confidence
in his performance. The judges look for individu-
ality and flair. There should be a quality of spon-
taneity and brilliance which flows through horse
and rider. In training, the horse should not become
anticipatory of the movements, otherwise the three
standardized tests used in show can look dull and
monotonous. Although a high percentage of the
score is made up from the basic movements of
walk, trot, canter and gallop, a rider can tip the bal-
ance in his favor and improve his overall score by
his presentation and style.

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DRESS FOR SUCCESS

All Doma Vaquera outfits have black spurs with white
or tan spur straps.

All three gaits are important. The walk must

be with impulsion, straightness on a line and

with curvature on a circle. The mosquero should

swing and move in rhythm with the horse. The

canter and gallop must be steady and true, with

impulsion and cadence.

The reins are held in the left hand with the little Mercedes Gonzalez Cort enters the royal stables of Cordoba riding Triton XIV. Señora
finger between them. It is permissible to adjust the Cort is one of the very top experts in Spain on riding and an Alta Escuela judge.

rein length with the free hand. The free hand (right) (Photo courtesy of Mercedez Gonzalez Cort)

is placed on the thigh with the thumb forward in the walk and This is something that needs to be practiced. Children in

the trot. At the canter and gallop the hand is a gently closed fist, Spain begin practicing this attitude before they can walk.

placed at the level of the sternum. The rider may provide appro-

priate music (Spanish or Latin guitar without vocals) to be Working Cattleman Attire

played during the test. Junior horses (up to five years old) may The hat that goes with the working attire is called the som-

be ridden in a snaffle with two hands on the reins. brero de ala ancha. It is accompanied by the guayabera,

Proper grooming style of the horse is also important. The which is a short jacket with a Nehru collar. Underneath the

tail hair is either cut square and short or tied into a field knot.A guayabera is a vest and white shirt that is either plain or

gelding or mare would have the forelock shaved. Manes are may have a few ruffles. A silk scarf is worn around the

either cropped or braided into small tight buttons. No colored waist, with leather suspenders and pants with the white

ribbon is used, only matching colored yarn. The horse may be cuff showing. Only the first button is fastened on the

shod or unshod. Martingales, leg protectors and sliding shoes guayabera. All colors should be subdued so as not to show

are prohibited. Any long hairs along the cheeks and jawline dirt. Everything is for a practical reason. There are a few

should be removed. The ears should have any long protruding places in Spain where the rider wears a red scarf around

hairs trimmed level with the rim of the ear. Removal of the long the waist, but that is not acceptable for Doma Vaquera.

tactile feeler hairs around the muzzle is unnecessary. Colors like grays and browns are acceptable and perhaps a

Concerning the riders, there are three types of dress that cream jacket in summer. The pantalones de vuelta blanca

are used in competition. The most popular is for the working (pants) are worn with knee-high boots that are made out

cattleman. The next is for the dueño or owner of the ranch, of natural colored leather. They are called botas camperas.

and the last would be for a woman riding astride. Mixing the

different styles is absolutely unacceptable for showing. Dueño

Even if a person is properly dressed, they may be per- The dueño style is for the owner and is a more dressy style.

ceived as improperly dressed if the right attitude is not It has a few more choices and colors. The hat can be either

attained. When wearing these clothes, it is very important to a catite or the sombrero de ala ancha. The jacket can be

think like a dancer or bullfighter. It is imperative to maintain either the guayabera or the jaqueta de solapas. A vest is in

impeccable posture both while riding and on the ground. order as well as suspenders and a scarf around the waist.

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John Saint Ryan working in saddle.
(Photo courtesy of Ed Moore)

The pants are called pantalones de caireles. Pantalones de jacket always has the edge of a white handkerchief stick-
caireles have five cufflink-like accoutrements attached to ing out of the right pocket. If you forget your handker-
the cuffs of the pants, and only the top two are to be but- chief, a white paper napkin will also do the trick.
toned. The botas camperas are never worn with these
pants. The only acceptable footwear are polainas (Spanish When you go shopping, make sure you understand what
half chaps) that are held together with a leather-like ball you need. Don’t depend on the salesman to tell you, because
and a loop of leather. They also have a tassel at the top. they are notorious worldwide for selling you the wrong thing in
There are some modern ones that are Velcro, but the order to earn some money. This happens in Spain as well as the
design still shows the old system. They are worn with U.S. There are always a few who know, but they are a minority.
leather shoes or short jodhpur boots of the Spanish kind.
This outfit is most often misunderstood. The catite hat, for Many have developed a deep affection and commitment
instance, is only worn with the pantalones de caireles and to the Doma Vaquera riding tradition, and I am excited to
the jacqueta de solapas. see more and more American riders embracing this exciting
style, which is simultaneously both new and ancient. I hope
Woman Riding Astride that this brief article will help to introduce the style and tra-
dition to those who appreciate the classical riding arts but
A woman, when riding astride, dresses the same as a may not be aware of this discipline, and I humbly hope that
man. Women riding sidesaddle have a whole different set I may have provided a few useful tidbits for those who
of requirements. Women are supposed to wear a bun in already share our passion for Doma Vaquera.
the back and pearl stud earrings. The shirt can have a lit-
tle bit more ruffle if wearing the jaqueta de solapas. Please remember for the sake of your horse, simply buy-
ing all the attire will not make you a Doma Vaquera rider any
Accessories more than buying a Doma Vaquera saddle for your horse
will turn that horse into a Doma Vaquera horse. Everything
It is optional for the men to carry a gold pocket watch takes time and effort – on the part of the rider and the horse.
with the gold chain showing. All outfits have black spurs We all owe it to the horse to ensure we follow good training
with white or tan spur straps. White spur straps are gener- protocols, and with that in mind, I look forward to address-
ally used only by advanced riders/trainers. The guayabera ing the fundamentals of Doma Vaquera training in a future
issue of Andalusian. Q AM

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Name: Acertijo JIM Name: Ali-Baba
Breed: Cruzado Portuguese (Lusitano)
Breed: Andalusian Size: 16.1H
Color: Bay
Size: 16.1H Sire/Dam: Omega x Papoila
Stud Fee: $750 Purebred / $750 Cross
Color: Gray
Bio: Ali-Baba (2005) was imported from Portugal in 2010 from Luis Valencia’s
Sire/Dam: Hilandero XV x Tortolilla V Stable. He has won numerous dressage championships at recognized dressage
shows including highest scoring 3rd Level horse in 2012. He is currently showing
Stud Fee: $1,800 Purebred / $1,200 Cross 4th Level and training PSG.
Owner: Diana Dusevic
Bio: Acertijo exemplifies the core values of Address: British Columbia, Canada • youtube: “Cruzado Lusitano Ali-baba”
Xavier Farms’ breeding program: “Athletic.Bold.Beautiful.” Acertijo passes his Contact Info: 604.828.9950 • [email protected]
wonderful temperament, large bone, and remarkable movement to his offspring.
His impressive show record boasts: 2013 IALHA Nat. Grand Cham. Stallion,
Reserve Nat. Cham. Best Move. and titles in functionality & driving.

Owner: William Taylor & Adrienne LaFar of Xavier Farms

Address: LakeWylie, SC • www.xavierfarms.com

Contact Info: 704.577.7108 • [email protected]

Name: Alijo Name: Aragon GAF

Breed: Andalusian Breed: PRE Andalusian

Size: 16.0H Size: 16.0H (& growing)

Color: Double dilute w/single Gray Color: Heterozygous Black (carries red)

Sire/Dam: Xerox HM x Guindaleza R Sire/Dam: Invasor III x Habana XXV

Stud Fee: $1,500 Purebred / $1,000 Cross Stud Fee: $1,900 Purebred (Mult. Mare Disc.)

Bio: Alijo has started his breeding and riding Bio: Aragon is accomplished in halter,
career, and already has four beautiful foals on the ground. He has a super movement, and performance - open dressage. Throughout his career he
temperament, willingness to learn and spectacular movement. Alijo is a double consistently earns numerous champion halter and best movement titles from
dilute so he will produce buckskins, palominos, smokey blacks, also carries a IALHA, ANCCE, and FPSH. Aragon is the full package: presence, correct
single copy of the gray gene. conformation, exceptional movement, wonderful temperament, and talent.

Owner: Steven and Lori Bohn of Fallon Mustang Ranch Owner: Craig & Cynthia Roberts of Glen Aryn Farm

Address: 10691 S.R. 27 Pullman, WA 99163 • www.spanishhorsesoffallon.com Address: Round Hill, VA • www.glenarynfarm.com

Contact Info: 509.595.3883 • [email protected] Contact Info: 703.966.7377 • [email protected]

Name: Arturo KG Name: Carisma do Aretê

Breed: Andalusian Breed: Lusitano

Size: 16.2H Size: 16.2H

Color: Heterozygous Gray Color: Bay

Sire/Dam: Majorio II x Lebrijana XI Sire/Dam: Ninfo x Taca HI

Stud Fee: $1,000 Purebred / $750 Cross Stud Fee: $1,500

Bio: Arturo KG a grandson of the legendary bay Bio: Imported from Brazil, APSL Revised, of
Cartujano stallion, Poseido V, has a kind, loyal temperament and is very gentle Alter Real bloodlines with extensive Andrade breeding. Carisma is a phenomenal
with the disabled. Arturo is charismatic - always attracting an audience. His young stallion who has a very kind and giving temperament. His gaits are
extended trot is huge - rivaling the warmbloods. Arturo passes his charisma, awesome and he has an aptitude for dressage. He is in full training and working
temperament, and movement. Third Level.

Owner: Avalon Farms Owner: Susan Kearns of Equine Services, Ltd.

Address: Milford, MI • www.avalonandalusians.com Address: Tigard, OR

Contact Info: 248.982.3420 • [email protected] Contact Info: 541.979.0175 • [email protected]

Name: Cinatra Name: Fandango del Sol
Breed: PRE Andalusian
Breed: Lusitano Size: 15.3H
Color: Black Bay
Size: 16.0H Sire/Dam: Don Juna II x Lolita
Stud Fee: $1,500 Purebred / $1,500 Cross
Color: Cremello (e/e A/A Cr/Cr N/G)
Bio: Fandango is a proven working equitation mount, having won Champion &
Sire/Dam: Saphiro x Seranata Reserve Champion at Level 3 the last two years. He is a very talented, sweet, and
well-put-together stallion that would complement any mare. His work ethic is
Stud Fee: $997 Purebred / $797 Cross exceptional and he shows well.
Owner: Mindy Finelli of Cornerstone Andalusian Farm
Bio: Cinatra’s kind blue eyes match the big sky Address: Flemington, NJ • www.cornerstoneandalusians.com
of Montana. He has three expressive, rhythmic and balanced gaits (video on Contact Info: 908.489.2069 • [email protected]
website). He is of sound mind both in and out of the arena – a perfect
combination of talent and temperament. Half-brother, Baronato, was 2013 All-
Breeds Reserve Champion in dressage with score of 68%.

Owner: Shining Mountains Farm

Address: Moiese, MT • www.shiningmountainsfarm.com

Contact Info: 406.240.0991 • [email protected]

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Name: Generico II Name: Majo KG

Breed: Andalusian Breed: Andalusian

Size: 16.0H Size: 16.0H

Color: Isabelo Color: Gray

Sire/Dam: Lebrero XXXII x Genovesa VI Sire/Dam: Majorio II x Illusion de la Parra

Stud Fee: $2,500 Purebred / $1,500 Cross Stud Fee: $1,000 Purebred / $750 Cross

Bio: Generico is a very rare dilute purebred Bio: Majo is the archetypical Andalusian:
Spanish Andalusian stallion who has the much sought-after double pearl gene. powerful, round, beautiful, brave, kind, and athletic with abundant mane and
Imported from Spain, he has tons of mane, chiseled features and plenty of bone. tail. As the grandson of national champion stallions, his beauty & athletic ability
He is a very eye-catching horse with excellent conformation, expressive are genetic. According to three FEI trainers, he has Grand Prix potential and
movement, and a very willing temperament. Paul Belasik praised him as a talented Andalusian reminiscent of a Ferrari.

Owner: Hector Rivera of Rivera’s Andalusian Farm Owner: Avalon Farms

Address: Berwyn, IL • www.riverasandalusianfarm.com Address: Milford, MI • www.avalonandalusians.com

Contact Info: 708.417.5671 • [email protected] Contact Info: 248.982.3420 • [email protected]

Name: Melanio EW Name: Novelisto D
Breed: Andalusian
Size: 16.1H Breed: Andalusian
Color: Black (homozygous)
Sire/Dam: Genio III x Electra TG Size: 16.3H
Stud Fee: Private Treaty: Purebred / Cross $1,300
Bio: Melanio is a rare black Andalusian stallion. Color: Gray
Melanio inherited the best of his sire, notable Genio III (from Spain) and his dam,
Electra TG (from Mexico), a Multi-Champion and Res. Champion Halter Mare. Sire/Dam: Favorito D x Feliz D
Melanio is a Halter Champion and earned a Best-Movement Medal. He is a
proven top breeding sire with more than 60 percent fillies. Stud Fee: Private Treaty
Owner: Craig and Suzanne Furber of Edelweiss Farms
Address: Healdsburg, CA 95448 • www.melanioew.com Bio: Listo is Revised and comes from Alter
Contact Info: 707.433.7106 or 916.687.6870 • [email protected] 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!

Owner: Waller Farms

Address: Beaumont, TX • www.novelisto.net

Contact Info: Ashley Waller • 409.658.7201

Name: Pescador ESF Name: Tonico Do Top
Breed: Andalusian
Size: 15.3H Breed: Lusitano
Color: Gray
Sire/Dam: Silver Solamente x Jimena de la Parra Size: 15.3H
Stud Fee: $1,200 Purebred / $1,000 Cross
Bio: Magnificent, athletic, level-headed, open Color: Chestnut
and amateur dressage Champion. Several USDF/All-Breeds Championships,
Regional Champion Top 5, USDF Horse of Year Top 5, Regional A/A Sire/Dam: Mi Emetico x FN Jandaya do Top
Competition Champion. Book early – limited breedings available in 2014.
Owner: Pamela and John Pirkle Stud Fee: $2,500 Purebred / $2,000 Cross
Address: Standing in Southern California • www.RanchoElLucero.com
Contact Info: 714.402.7006 • [email protected] Bio: Stunning Lusitano stallion with brilliant
movement! Tonico’s top score for 2014 is 76% at Grand Prix and his 2013 top
score was 73% at Grand Prix Musical Freestyle. Tonico has earned multiple
Champion & Reserve Champion awards at Grand Prix. Talent extraordinaire!

Owner: Joseph & Linda Denniston, Cedar Rowe Lusitanos.

Address: 14526 Bollinger Road, Rocky Ridge, MD 21778
www.cedarrowe.com

Contact Info: 301.447.6240 • [email protected]

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Haras Cup Extends the Fun of Nationals 1 Andalusians de La Parra
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The event will have up to 80 horses representing a multitude of breeds competing in
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IALHA members are warmly welcomed at the event as competitors, spectators,
vendors, or sponsors. www.IALHA.org

Sponsors of the event will receive a multitude of benefits, including a variety of media or
coverage such as television, magazines, and online promotions. With the expected atten- contact Kiri van Haaren at Member Services:
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exposure to a wide audience interested in Andalusian and Lusitano horses. phone: 859-317-9517
email: [email protected]
For more information about Haras Cup, including a complete listing of the prize
money being awarded at each level and sponsorship opportunities, please visit the event www.ialha.org
website www.harascup.com. Q AM

Upcoming Events for the Iberian Horse

Aug. 28-31 – Oregon State Fair Horse Show. Salem, Ore. Manager/Secretary - Roxanne Hood, [email protected],
http://oregonstatefair.org/animals/horse-shows/

Aug. 29-31 – ERAHC Virginia Classic Andalusian/Lusitano Region 6 Championship Breed Show. Virginia Horse Center, Lexington, Va.
Show Chair - Linda Denniston; http://www.erahc.org

Aug. 29-31 – Baroque Games and Gala. Virginia Horse Center, Lexington, Va.; http://baroquegames.net/
Sept. 5-6 – Fiesta of the Iberian Horse-Schooling Show. Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock, Colo. http://www.rmihc.org/
Sept. 25-27 – Andalusian World Cup & Working Equitation Competition. Las Vegas. AndalusianWorld.com
Oct. 13 – IALHA Annual Members meetings and Board of Directors Meeting. Will Rogers Equestrian Center, Ft. Worth, Texas.
Oct. 13-18 – IALHA National Championship. Will Rogers Equestrian Center, Ft. Worth, Texas.
Nov. 7-16 – Feira Da Golega: National Horse Fair (Lusitano Show). Golega, Portugal.
Dec. 3-8 – SICAB National Championship for PRE Stallions and Mares. Seville, Spain. http://sicab.org/

International Event Description
Golega Horse Fair is the largest horse show in Portugal. It is a show full of amazing performances, equestrian games, working equitation, presentation classes, driving

and more. Golega has a number of loyal attendees from the states who return to Portugal to visit the Golega Horse Fair year after year. This year, the Golega Horse
Fair is being held Nov. 7-16 (in Golega, Portugal).
SICAB is the Spanish championship show for PRE stallions and mares and is located in Seville, Spain. To participate in this championship show, a horse must have quali-
fied at one of the qualifying contests, held throughout the year at a number of geographical locations in Spain. If you wish to train your eye to what a Spanish horse
is in their home country, the best place to do so may be SICAB. SICAB will be held Dec. 3-8, 2014.

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Hielo Mor is being trained and ridden by Mette Rosencrantx in Topanga, California

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