Mini & Pony
Youth Wins Shetland Pony in American Shetland Pony Congress Essay Contest
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| Jada Wright was the lucky winner of the American Shetland Pony Club’s (ASPC) Youth Essay Contest at the Annual Shetland Pony Congress Show in Oklahoma. Jackie Tyler, of Emerald Glenn Farm in Woodville, Wisconsin, donated the pony, Naughty By Nature EGF. (Photo by Washburn Photography) |
The annual Shetland Pony Congress Show, a competition highlighting the best small equines in the country, turned out to be a big event for one young member. Jada Wright, of Byars, Oklahoma, wrote the winning essay for the American Shetland Pony Club’s (ASPC) Youth Essay Contest, and took her own American Shetland Pony home from the show.
Jackie Tyler, of Emerald Glenn Farm in Woodville, Wisconsin, donated a two-year-old gelding named Naughty By Nature EGF to the youth essay contest and was pleased that Jada won the contest. “She was really happy about winning,” Tyler said.
Tyler, who also donated the winning pony to last year’s youth essay contest, said she decided to donate Naughty By Nature because he is a good prospect for a youth, has great brains and attitude and also has lots of color. “I enjoy giving a pony to a child who wants to really and truly work with it and show it. I think it makes children turn into better adults,” Tyler said. “A child learns to take the good with the bad when looking after a pony or horse. The pony can give you a bad time but you still have to keep going, no matter the weather or if you don't feel good. You still have to get out there and take care of your pony.”
Aug 29, 2010, 16:24
Mini & Pony
Farnam Adds New Youth Vetrolin® Grooming Award At 2010 American Miniature Horse Registry National Championship
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| A new Youth Vetrolin® Grooming Award has been added to the American Miniature Horse Registry National Championship Show. Sponsored by Farnam, one lucky youth member will win a year’s supply of Vetrolin® grooming products during the AMHR National Championship Show in Tulsa, Oklahoma, September 9 – 19. (Photo courtesy of Terry Washburn) |
American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) Youth members now have even more incentive to get their Miniature Horses shining from nose to tail, thanks to a new Youth Vetrolin® Grooming Award that has been added to the AMHR National Championship Show. Sponsored by Farnam, one lucky youth member will win a year’s supply of Vetrolin® grooming products during the AMHR National Championship Show in Tulsa, Oklahoma, September 9 – 19.
“The American Miniature Horse Registry is really pleased that Farnam, the makers of Vetrolin® products, has added the Youth Vetrolin® Grooming Award. We will also have the AMHR Nationals Open Adult Vetrolin® Grooming Award as we have in the past,” said Johnny Robb, Director of Marketing for the American Miniature Horse Registry. “The National Championship Show brings out the best minis in the country we want to say a special thanks to Farnam for helping us recognize our best groomed horses and for providing this generous and amazing prize to one youth and one adult competitor.”
Aug 29, 2010, 11:45
Mini & Pony
USEF Awards Shetland Members With High Point Awards at 2010 Shetland Pony Congress Show
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| USEF members were given special recognition at the 2010 Shetland Pony Congress Show in Ardmore, Oklahoma, where they not only topped their divisions but were also awarded USEF Shetland Member High Point Awards by Lori Nelson (far right), Assistant Executive Director of National Associates from the United States Equestrian Federation. (Photo courtesy of Terri Washburn) |
United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) members were given special recognition at the Shetland Pony Congress Show, where they not only topped their divisions but were also awarded USEF Shetland Member High Point Awards by the United States Equestrian Federation. Lori Nelson, Assistant Executive Director of the USEF, presented the awards to the winners at the 2010 Shetland Pony Congress Show held this month in Ardmore, Oklahoma.
The winners received special ribbons from the USEF and a gift certificate to the show vendor, Stitches and Ink. The winners included: Denise Johnson, Champion in Adult Roadster High Point Award and Kim Herron, Reserve Champion; Alicia Harris, Champion in Adult Pleasure Driving High Point Award and Cheryl Manahan, Reserve Champion; and Julie Zander, Champion in Overall Youth High Point Award and Macy Plemmons, Reserve Champion
Aug 26, 2010, 11:25
Mini & Pony
Make-A-Wish Foundation Helps Seven Year Old’s Dream To Show at AMHR Miniature Horse Nationals Come True
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| Thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, seven-year-old Alexis Close will have her wish granted and get to show three of her American Miniature Horses at the AMHR National Championships in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Alexis shows her minis Mandy, Pretty and Pie in Canada. (Photos courtesy of Tammy Close) |
Alexis Close may only be seven-years-old, but she has big dreams when it comes to her American Miniature Horses. Alexis, who was born with a heart defect and had a heart transplant when she was only 16 months old, asked the Make-A-Wish Foundation and The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto for a trip to the 2010 annual American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) National Championship Show in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
“Her doctors and the transplant team keep asking her is she wanted to go to Disney World, but she doesn’t want to do that. Her dream is to go to the Nationals with her minis,” said Tammy Close, Alexis’s mom. “We have never been to the Nationals but I can see Alexis making it a yearly adventure with a trailer full of minis.”
Aug 9, 2010, 16:01
Mini & Pony
American Miniature Horse Becomes The New “Little Black” at The Kentucky Horse Park
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| Martha Gale of Pine Ridge Farm in Michigan donated a four-year-old solid black American Miniature Horse to the Kentucky Horse Park’s Black Stallion Literacy Program. Now named “Little Black,” the 34” gelding, who is registered with the American Miniature Horse Registry, will help children learn to love reading. NightCap stands outside the Kentucky Horse Park Hall of Fame as he settles into his new home and new role as “Little Black”. (Photo courtesy of Martha Gale) |
A four-year-old American Miniature Horse named NightCap has moved from his home in Michigan to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, where he will become a representative of the character “Little Black” in the horse park’s Black Stallion Literacy program. The 34” miniature horse is registered with the American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) and was donated by AMHR member Martha Gale of Pine Ridge Farm in Michigan in concert with the AMHR registry.
“He is a sweet little guy and won Grand Champion Gelding at the Ohio State Fair, AMHR show last year,” Gale said. “My mother and I are both educators, I am a district administrator and my mother is a retired reading specialist and children’s book author. Miniature horses captured my heart ten years ago and I started Pine Ridge Farm Miniatures. I wanted to donate NightCap to this program because it is a great opportunity to promote two things I love: miniature horses and education.”
Aug 3, 2010, 13:50
Mini & Pony
American Shetland Pony Club Gearing Up for 122nd Shetland Congress Show August 2-6th
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| Free admission and family fun at the American Shetland Pony Congress Show to be held August 2nd-6th at the Hardy Murphy Coliseum at 600 Lake Murray Drive in Ardmore Oklahoma. (Photo courtesy of Washburn Photography) |
Free Admission – Family Fun in Ardmore Oklahoma-
Small equines and fans from throughout the nation are preparing to attend one of the biggest events in their industry. This year the 122nd Shetland Pony Congress Show will be held in Ardmore, Oklahoma on August 2-6th at the Hardy Murphy Coliseum. Participants will have the opportunity to compete in classes for driving, halter, jumping, youth, and costume. Competitors will be looking to win not only National Championship titles and show off their versatile ponies to the world!
Jul 14, 2010, 16:56
Mini & Pony
AMHA Meetings & Events 2010
July 22-25, 2010
Western Championship Show
Reno Livestock Center
Reno, Nevada
Close of entries: June 15, 2010 (postmark)
August 5-8, 2010
Central Championship Show
Kansas Coliseum
Valley Center, Kansas
Close of entries: June 29, 2010 (postmark)
August 12-15, 2010
Eastern Championship Show
Champions Center
Springfield, Ohio
Close of entries: July 6, 2010 (postmark)
Jun 21, 2010, 12:53
Mini & Pony
Small Equines Represented in a Big Way at the Kentucky Equine Youth Festival
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| The American Shetland Pony Club, the American Show Pony Registry and The American Miniature Horse Registry are non-profit organizations established to preserve and refine the bloodlines of these small equines and promote the enjoyment of small equines. Recognized as the oldest and most versatile registry in the United States, the American Shetland Pony Club offer a variety of programs for Shetland Pony and Miniature Horse enthusiasts of all ages. (Photo courtesy of The American Shetland Pony Club) Visit their website at www.shetlandminiature.com or 81-B East Queenwood Road, Morton, IL 61550. |
The American Shetland Pony Club and The American Miniature Horse Registry (ASPC/AMHR) attended the Kentucky Equine Youth Festival at the Kentucky Horse Park this past month to introduce their small equine to Kentucky youth.
Over 4,000 kids and their 4-H leaders flocked to Lexington from all over the state for an introduction to the eight equestrian disciplines that will be featured at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games™ this fall.
Apr 6, 2010, 12:32
Mini & Pony
American Miniature Horses Shine At Dressage Under the Stars Finale
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| The Wee Reds, a team of American Miniature Horses owned by Linda Kern of Caribbean Dreams Miniature Horses in Loxahatchee, Florida, performed at the Players Club Dressage Under the Stars finale in Wellington. Chester Weber, eight-time U.S. National Four-in-Hand Champion, drove the team in a cones course demonstration. (Photograph courtesy of Linda Kern, Caribbean Dreams Miniature Horses) |
A four-in-hand team of perfectly matched American Miniature Horses put on a dazzling show at the finale of the Dressage Under the Stars competition at the Players Club & Restaurant in Wellington, proving that big things do come in small packages. The Wee Reds, owned by Linda Kern of Caribbean Dreams Miniature Horses in Loxahatchee, Florida, and boasting 10 National Championship and Reserve Championship titles, were the opening act of the finale at the star-studded event.
Apr 6, 2010, 12:25
Mini & Pony
National Bridle Shop Joins American Shetland Pony and Miniature Horse Registry As National Sponsor
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| The National Bridle Shop, a tack shop known for providing “everything” for the horse and rider since 1947, has joined the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry (ASPC/AMHR) as a national sponsor. (Photo courtesy of Getitia Matheny, Buckeye Walnut Creek Farm) |
The National Bridle Shop, a tack shop known for providing “everything” for the horse and rider since 1947, has joined the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry (ASPC/AMHR) as a national sponsor. National Bridle offers an exclusive line of saddles, pads, blankets, halters, headstalls, bits and more for Shetland ponies and minis, and is dedicated to providing small equines with all of their equestrian needs.
“National Bridle is very excited to be sponsoring the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry. We are looking forward to introducing the ASPC/AMHR members to our quality products designed especially for Shetland ponies and minis,” said Kris Burgio, Director of Marketing for the National Bridle Shop. “In fact, National Bridle is offering ASPC/AMHR members $10 off any $75 order through the end of February.”
Feb 9, 2010, 08:26
Mini & Pony
Farnam’s Platform® Feed Continues National Sponsorship with American Shetland Pony Club & American Miniature Horse Registry for 2010
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| Farnam's Platform Feed will continue their national sponsorship of the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry (ASPC/AMHR) during 2010. Zona Schneider, right, ASPC/AMHR Director of Operations, thanks Chris Jacobi, senior vice president of Farnam Equine Products, for supporting the small equine industry. |
Small equine owners are in for a big treat during 2010, as Farnam Companies, Inc. is continuing their sponsorship of the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry (ASPC/AMHR). As makers of Farnam’s Platform® Miniature Horse and Pony Feed, Farnam Companies has supported the ASPC/AMHR since 2006.
Farnam’s Platform Miniature Horse and Pony Feed is specially formulated for the more efficient digestive systems of the miniature horse and pony to help reduce nutritionally-related problems such as obesity. “The feed has been well received by the small equine market and small equine owners across the country have come to rely on Farnam as a leader in the small equine industry,” said Johnny Robb, Director of Marketing for the ASPC/AMHR. “I use Farnam’s Platform Miniature Horse and Pony Feed and am extremely pleased with the results.”
Jan 29, 2010, 12:03
Mini & Pony
American Shetland Pony Represents the United States Equestrian Federation at National FFA Convention
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| An American Shetland Pony named Cornerstone’s Valiant Man, owned by Sherri Jolliff, attended the FFA National Convention. The Shetland represented both the American Shetland Pony Club and the United States Equestrian Federation and introduced FFA members to the small equine breed. (Photo courtesy of Lori Nelson) |
He may have been small, but that didn’t keep an American Shetland Pony named Cornerstone’s Valiant Man from making a big impact when he attended the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. The Shetland Pony, owned by Sherri Jolliff, represented the American Shetland Pony Club (ASPC) and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and was a big hit with the horse enthusiasts attending the convention.
“We were proud to have the opportunity to support the FFA and share our small equines with them at their national convention, through our partnership with the USEF,” said Johnny Robb, Director of Marketing for the ASPC. “Our small equines are ideal for FFA projects.”
Nov 19, 2009, 11:25
Mini & Pony
Yearling Filly Wins Vetrolin Grooming Award From Farnam at American Miniature Horse Registry National Championships
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| Chasta Harrison and her Miniature Horse Curry’s Saturday Night Special won a year’s supply of Vetrolin® grooming products, provided by Farnam, when they captured the Vetrolin® Grooming Award for being the ‘Best Groomed” horse at the 2009 American Miniature Horse Registry National Championship Show. (Photo courtesy of Jay Harrison) |
Chasta Harrison and her Miniature Horse Curry’s Saturday Night Special proved they were special at the 2009 American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) National Championship Show when Harrison’s filly won the Vetrolin Grooming Award, sponsored by Farnam. Winning the title of “Best Groomed” horse at the show earned Curry’s Saturday Night Special and Harrison a year’s supply of Vetrolin® Grooming Products provided by Farnam.
“My mom and I do all our own grooming so it is really exciting to win the Vetrolin Grooming Award,” Harrison said. “We are perfectionists when it comes to grooming. We are strict on color; we want the white to be white.”
Nov 19, 2009, 10:22
Mini & Pony
It's Not Large...
...it's Mini.... Mini Event that is!
Get your heel over your horse and hooves in the air!
May 16-17, 2009
is the FCTA's first Mini Event of the year!
Open Dressage Tests on Saturday and Schooling Jumps Sunday
What else could you ask for? A BBQ Saturday night, Ok, DONE! Famous Dave's will Cater.
The Fee Schedule & Information Sheet, Registration Form and Liability Waiver Form is updated and on the website.
May 13, 2009, 14:31
Mini & Pony
American Shetland Ponies Featured As “Breed Of the Week” on USEF’s Club Equestrian Website
American Shetland Ponies are getting their well-deserved time in the spotlight, starring as the Breed of the Week on the USEF’s Club Equestrian website. The American Shetland Pony Club (ASPC) is a USEF recognized breed association and has enjoyed a long and fruitful relationship with the USEF.
The “Breed of the Week” spotlight details the breed’s history as well as the fact that the small but mighty equines are a favorite of children and adults. Many of today’s top horsemen got their start on a Shetland Pony.
May 13, 2009, 11:30
Mini & Pony
American Shetland Ponies Donated To Hong Kong Are Loved By Many
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| Donated ponies PC Caramel Kid and FMF Imagination enjoying their new home in Hong Kong. Photo credit: Photo courtesy of Lo Wu Saddle Club. |
Thanks to the vision of the American Shetland Pony Club (ASPC), children in Hong Kong are enjoying the love and companionship of two very special Shetland Ponies. The ponies, FMF Imagination and PC Karmel Kid, were donated in the summer of 2008 as a way to salute Hong Kong’s efforts in hosting the 2008 Equestrian Olympics.
“Karmel Kid is doing really well. He has been given the stable name of Bear and is loved by all. He has been fabulous with the lead rein kids and has also enjoyed a little jumping and dressage work with the other more advanced kids,” reports Nicky Loiterton of the Clearwater Bay Equestrian Center.
Jan 13, 2009, 09:19
Mini & Pony
Miniature Horses Delight Crowds While Marching In Chicago’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
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| Miniature horses from Bertrand’s Miniature Horse Ranch take part annually in Chicago’s biggest holiday tradition, the McDonald’s Thanksgiving Parade. (Photos courtesy of Bertrand’s Miniature Horse Ranch) |
A group of fuzzy and adorable miniature horses became instant fan favorites when they marched in the 75th Annual McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day parade in downtown Chicago on Thanksgiving Day. Lennie Bertrand, of Bertrand’s Miniature Horse Ranch, brought 21 miniature horses to march in the parade much to the delight of the 400,000 plus spectators who came out to enjoy Chicago’s favorite tradition.
Bertrand said it was his 11th year to bring his miniature horses to the parade, and he had friends from as far away as California, Georgia and Ohio call him to say they saw his small equines marching down Chicago’s State Street. The parade, which is televised in over 75 million homes, gives viewers all across the country the chance to enjoy the miniature horses as well as Ronald McDonald, Santa Claus, marching bands, giant inflatable helium balloons and a cast of thousands that take part in the annual event.
Dec 16, 2008, 12:19
Mini & Pony
Two Miniature Horses Awarded to Youth Essay Contest Winners at the American Miniature Horse Registry Nationals
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| Youth Essay Contest winners flank The AMHR National’s Princess, Kaylee Caldwell. Katherine Richey (L) holds her precious new weanling, Cross Country’s Born on the Bayou, and Allison Payne takes charge of her beautiful trained driving horse, COH Baccarra Grand Prix |
The American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) National Championship Show announced the two winning young authors of the Youth Essay Contest in Tulsa, Oklahoma this month. The 2008 winners were Katherine Richey and Allison Payne, each of who was awarded a miniature horse for their efforts. The Youth Essay Contest was open to all current Junior Members of the AMHR.
Oct 29, 2008, 13:24
Mini & Pony
Two Vetrolin Grooming Award Winners
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| One of the Vetrolin Grooming Award winners, Lisa Davis, was a real hit at the American Miniature Horse Registry National Championships with her perfectly turned out driving horse. (Washburn Photography) |
Each Receive a One Year Supply of Vetrolin® Products
Judges at this year’s American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) National Championships, held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, were challenged to choose the best groomed miniature horse in each of the two divisions to receive the Vetrolin Grooming Award.
Lisa Davis and Bob Wagner were selected as this year’s winners of the Vetrolin Grooming Award. Davis accepted the award for Magic Man's Grand Slam, her “A” sized miniature horse and Wagner for his “B” sized miniature, SMHC’s Freedom’s Totally Fabulous, who was groomed by daughter Katy Wagner. Davis and Wagner will each receive a one year supply of Vetrolin® grooming products from Farnam Horse Products.
Oct 22, 2008, 15:18
Mini & Pony
Nothing Small about this Miniature Show! Over 5,000 Entries Anticipated for the 2008 American Miniature Horse Registry National Championship Show in Tulsa
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| Catch the excitement as the 2008 AMHR National Champions are crowned this month in Tulsa Oklahoma. (Washburn Photo) |
The annual American Miniature Horse Registry (AMHR) National Championship Show is scheduled for September 4th-13th at the Expo Square Arena in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The AMHR National Championship Show is highlight of the year determining the Nation’s the top Miniature Horses.
As in previous years, the show committee is expecting more than 5000 entries. The AMHR National Championship Show is gearing runs a full slate of classes throughout the day and evening. Admission is free and spectators are welcome throughout the week and a half long event.
Sep 19, 2008, 14:35
Mini & Pony
American Shetland Pony Club Reveals Commemorative 120th Anniversary Trophy at 2008 National Congress
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| American Shetland Pony Club's 120th Anniversary commemorative trophy in honor of top Shetland Pony stallion, Frisco Pete. (Washburn Photo) |
In honor of their 120th Anniversary, the American Shetland Pony Club (ASPC) designed a special commemorative trophy for top winners at the 2008 American Shetland Pony Congress competition this year. The ASPC is a USEF recognized breed with a prestigious tradition. Founded in 1888, the ASPC has expanded to ensure the longevity of the small equine and now includes four registries; the Classic American Shetland Pony and Modern American Shetland Pony, the American Miniature Horse Registry, the American Show Pony Registry and the National Show Pony.
Sep 19, 2008, 10:26
Mini & Pony
Two Lucky Youths Win Ponies at American Shetland Pony Congress
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| Lucky Kasey Waxler accepts her new Champion pony, Cross Country’s Mr. Banker from donor, Belinda Bagby. Photos: (courtesyof Washburn Photography) |
Two Lucky Youths won big with a small equine prize. At the American Shetland Shetland Pony Congress this month, two American Shetland Ponies were awarded to winners of two youth essay contests. Youths from around the country exercised their writing skills for the chance to win one of these amazing Shetland Ponies. Entries were numbered and judged anonymously. Kimberly Cotter was the lucky winner of E’s Sir Nite and Kasey Waxler of Pennsylvania was awarded Cross Country’s Mr. Banker.
Sep 18, 2008, 11:35
Mini & Pony
Shetland Congress Vetrolin® Grooming Award Winner
Carole Ann Ford will soon be receiving a year’s supply of Vetrolin® brand grooming products from Vetrolin® manufacturer Farnam. Judges at this year’s American Shetland Pony Congress, held in early August in Cloverdale, Indiana, were asked to choose the Shetland Pony that outshined all the rest. The decision of the three judges was unanimous and Ford’s Wauk-A-Way Daphne was declared the winner of the 2008 Vetrolin® Grooming Award.
Sep 15, 2008, 10:16
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