Calum

Padi's Copper Key

"Calum"

Calum is for sale. He's going to make someone very happy. :)

New inspection system

Just rereading the 2010 HSI Inspection Results

http://www.horsesportireland.ie/breeding/hsi-stallions-inspections-2010.6928.html

They are as horrifying as I predicted. IMO all of the Irish Draught preservationists participated in the largest massacre of the Irish draught breed since thousands of them were sent to slaughter. These once lovely animals are being 'improved' out of existence. It's the old rule, be careful what you wish for because it just might come true.

Appalling, absolutely appalling

Banner

Folks have been wondering what Banner looks like now and how gray she is. I need to really get some photos taken but meanwhile here's one to tide you over. :)

Padi's Classic Banner by Silver Granite out of Loguestown Classic by Annaghdown Star

More Mountain Pearl offspring success

Catalpa Corner Charity Horse Trial July 31-August 1

Mountain Blues
By Mountain Pearl out of Pennmeryl's Groovy Blues by Touch of the Blues out of a Diamond King mare
Placed 7th in Open Preliminary. Ridden by Andria Pooley. Mountain Blue is owned by Mary Hansen. He was bred by Liz Freeman of Flying Harp Farm

This is the only photo I could find. If I find a newer ones I'll add it later.