20 - 23 November 2008
EQUITANA Precinct at Melbourne Showgrounds
Melbourne, Australia
 
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Breeders Village


Breeders Village

EQUITANA Asia Pacific is proud to present a
new concept at the 2008 event,
‘Breeders Village’

The ‘Breeders Village’ is a unique opportunity for Breeders, Stud Books and Breed Associations to have a direct interface with the public and showcase their stallions and off spring to promote the breed. Stud books and Breed Associations will be invited to participate in breed displays and a daily parade, which we anticipated to be a highlight during the event.

This featured area offers the public the opportunity to learn about particular breeds and talk to experts about all the aspects of breeding and raising young horses.

“Breeders Village” – Benefits

  • Exposure to over 60,000 people over four days
  • Strategic positioning of breeders and their stock
  • Potential to build breed awareness
  • Ability to present a visual demonstration of their breed
  • Opportunity to build relationships with potential buyers or breeders
  • Interact with supporting breeders or associations within the village

“Breeders Village” Exhibitors

As an exhibitor in the ‘Breeders Village’ your stand will include; 2 stalls (3.6m x 3.6m)

  • 1 stall will be set up as a enclosed stable to house a horse
  • 1 stall will be set up as a presentation stand including a power source

This is a unique opportunity for Breeders, Stud Books and Breed Associations to exhibit in an exclusive area. As it is an introductory offer for this year, this offer is of great value for those who want to enter into the exhibitor world of EQUITANA. In a normal situation, stud advertising alone would cost more!

Everyone is going to be at EQUITANA, will you be?

For more information and a booking form please click here.

Breed Associations that will be exhibiting at EQUITANA:

 

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Andalusian Horse

The Spanish horse, Andalusian, or a Pura Raza Espanola (PRE) is pure artistry in motion.

They are of balanced conformation, compact, rounded and well-proportioned, with a straight or sub-convex profile. The Andalusian horse is a late maturer sometimes even 8-10 years of age and range in height from 15hh to 16.2hh.

More information on the Andalusian Horse

 

quarter_pony_head_shot.jpgAustralian Quarter Pony

The Quarter Pony is perfectly suited for riders, who are too small to handle, or who simply don't wish to handle a big 15hh or 16hh horse. Quarter ponies are often the first choice for a child's mount due to their calm dispositions and even temperaments combined with their compact size. Quarter ponies excel in many fields including reigning, cutting, bulldogging, steer wrestling, pony club and novelties.

More information on Australian Quarter Pony

 

stock_horses.jpgAustralian Stock Horse

This, possibly the world's most versatile horse, is often referred to as 'The breed for every need'. The Australian Stock Horse is a fine working and performance animal, renowned for its toughness, endurance, resilience and strength. It also has cat-like speed and agility, giving the horse a cosmopolitan blend of attributes which have produced the world's best at work and play.

More information on the Australian Stock Horse

 

gramayre_fresian_studFriesian Horse

As one of the world's oldest equine breeds, the Friesian is native to a northern province in The Netherlands called Friesland, where it is deemed a national treasure. The Friesian cattle were also bred in this area by the same people.

More information on the Friesian Horse

 

tom.jpgGypsy Cob

For nearly 100 years, the Gypsies have bred and used colourful cob horses to pull their ornately decorated carts and living wagons through the country lanes of England and Ireland. The horses they used were heavy boned and feathered horses, which were strong, sensible, docile, and incredibly hard working.

More information on Gypsy Cobs

 

Highland PonyHighland Pony

The Highland Pony is a strong and hardy Native breed of Scotland and is found on the mainland and in western isles. Ranging from 13-14.2hh. It is one of the most versatile of the British breeds. They are hardy and of sound constitution and their winter coat consisting of a layer of strong badger like hair over a soft dense undercoat, enables them to live out in all weather.

More information on Highland Pony

 

morgan_horseMorgan Horse

Morgan horses are known for their intelligence, courage, good sense and winning attitude. Stylish horses, their proud carriage is enhanced by an upright, graceful neck. Noted for their agility and grace, they are strong with plenty of stamina, only too willing to do what is requested of them. 

More information on Morgan Horse

 

casinoPeruvian Horse

The Peruvian Horse came to Canada in the 1970’s. They are used for pleasure riding, showing, parades, competitive trail and increasingly, ranch work. The ultra-smooth gait is completely natural and transmitted to every purebred foal. The quality of Peruvian Horses in Canada is high and horses from Canada are very competitive across North America.

More information on Peruvian Horse

 

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Suffolk Horse

The Suffolk is an English breed of Heavy Horse dating back to the early 1500s. Today there are only 300 left and are listed as Category One – Critically Endangered.The Suffolk is reknown for its great temperament combined with enormous strength, soundness, early maturity, longevity and easy management.

More information on The Suffolk Horse

 

noddy_paddock.jpgThe Shire Horse

The Shire horse is the largest of the Heavy Horse breeds. Some Shire stallion’s stand 18 hands or more (about 180 cm). Their weight is frequently in the region of a short ton. One trait which the breed is renowned for is its very gentle and docile nature. They have truly earned the title "the Gentlest of the Gentle Giants."

More information on The Shire Horse

 

Welsh PonyWelsh Mountain Pony 

The Welsh Mountain Pony (Section A) is known for its beauty, kind temperament and athletic ability and when properly trained will carry the youngest rider in style.  They also make excellent harness ponies and can be seen competing at shows and in combined driving events throughout Australia.

More information on Welsh Pony

 
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