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CANADIAN MORAB
WORLD
Spring/Summer Issue 2008
Canadian
Morab World
Canadian Morab Association
Spring/Summer 2008
Contact Information
In this Issue
Assocation:
Canadianmorabs@hotmail.com 613 674 3220
(Contact between 6-8pm EST)
20 Concession 9,
Ste. Anne De Prescott, ON K0B 1M0
On the Cover
- Norris Stables
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New Member Welcome
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Equine Dental
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Liberty Farms
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Rocky Mountain Challenge
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Alberta Morabs
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Classifieds
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Dressage Arena – How to
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News and Events
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Silhouette Stables
Back
Registry:
Canadianmorabs@hotmail.com 613 674 3220
(Contact between 6-8pm EST)
President:
Alison Clarke - Libfarm@aol.com 613 674 3220
(Contact between 6-8pm EST)
Past President:
Catherine McLeod - ermorabs@yahoo.ca 780 939 6665
Vice President:
Linda Bell - chemserv@telusplanet.net 780 387 3303
Treasurer:
Lyn Simpson - chasinadream@sympatico.ca 613 387 2271
British Columbia Director:
Lori Bewza - lori_bewza@hotmail.com 250 679 8247
Alberta Director:
Catherine McLeod - 780 939 6665
ermorabs@yahoo.ca
Canadian Morab Association
has an online store with lots of active wear, mugs and
various accessories with the CMA logo on them.
Check it out at
http://www.cafepress.com/morabs
Proceeds help raise funds for our Association. Have
Manitoba Director:
Prue Critchley - pmcritchley@hotmail.com 204 764 2650
Ontario Director:
Carroll Norris - carrollnorris@yahoo.com 519 669 8028
Quebec Director:
Cynthia Ouellet - maison.rouge@rocler.com 450 456 3188
fun and if you have any suggestions let us know.
Web & Publication:
Catherine McLeod - ermorabs@telus.net - 780 939 6665
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Norris Stables Presents
Nights on Broadway is a beautiful and exciting chestnut Morab stallion. Bred for
performance, he is sired by the fabulous D-R Bravissimo (Arabian), winner of multiple
championships including Scottsdale. His dame, JMF Carousel Showgal was a successful
Morgan halter horse with an impressive, competitive trail and endurance career.
“Rufus” is triple registered – Canadian Morab Association, International Morab Breeders
Association and Canadian Partbred Arabian Registry.
Rufus had a successful breeding season during the summers of 2005 and 2007.
His first colt, CJN Night Chase on Broadway, is Canada’s 100th Morab and will
be standing at stud late summer 2008.
Stud Fee: $500 plus $8/day mare care
Standing at: Carroll Norris Stables
Contact: John & Carroll Norris
Phone: 519-669-8028
Email: jgnorris54@yahoo.com
Nights on
Broadway
CJN Night
Chase on
Broadway
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From the Editor
I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone continued pleasure with their equine
friends. Whether you ride to show or strictly pleasure, please do it safely and with as much fun as
possible.
We are all supporting each other in our dedication to the Morab breed and the enthusiasm will
continue for these fabulous horses.
This year is my first year showing Dressage with my young mare, Excalibur Isle of Skye. I am
so excited to be able to start competing with her. Our debut will be on June 29 and I already
booked my three adult children for that day. I informed them that I would have the batteries
charged in my video and still picture cameras. I said to them that there is no pressure but that they
have to be there so I can get lots of pictures and video. ☺
There are many of you that are out and about and we would dearly love it if you would share
your experiences with us.
Foals are here, breeding season is here and show season has started. Share please ☺
Send in your information, pictures and upcoming events and I will get them posted for you.
Catherine McLeod
9913 – 101 St.
Morinville, AB T8R 1G2
780 939 6665
ermorabs@telus.net
Trivia
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DID YOU KNOW
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That many lameness problems are diagnosed as leg problems when in fact they are a
back or hip problem. Never rule out the possibility that your horse is off or limping because
it is their back that hurts.
That the practice of mounting a horse from the left side began in ancient Greece. Warriors
always carried their weapons on their left side, which made mounting on the right side
impossible.
Women were not allowed in Olympic show jumping until the 1956 games in Stockholm.
SOURCE: Encyclopaedia of the Horse, edited by Elwyn Hartley Edwards
The reason firehouses have circular stairways is from the days of yore when the engines
were pulled by horses. The horses were stabled on the ground floor and figured out how
to walk up straight staircases.
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SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT
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"Anyone who is concerned about his dignity would be well advised to keep away from
horses."
-- Duke of Edinburgh
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An Article from one of our newest members of the CMA
Welcome Birgitta
Spirit Stone Ranch
Long before I realized there was a registered
Morab breed, I would often think about the
cross and think; now that would be the perfect
horse. I had a wonderful Morgan mare as a kid
and, like many young girls, was very starry
eyed about the beautiful Arabian.....
Now as an adult, my dream has come true with
the Morab. My goal at Spirit Stone is to
produce athletic, willing, people loving horses
that are simply one of the most beautiful horses
in the world!
Spring 2007, was so exciting since we
welcomed two beautiful babies out of my
Arabian mares. Both were as perfect gets and
both were black! My stud colt, Santana Kruz,
has never had a geeky day in his first year, and
is simply too perfect to geld. His personality is
exactly what I was hoping for, curious, friendly,
gentle, and willing to please.
His half sister, Spirit Shine On (Sass), was
breathtakingly beautiful, and she has never had
an ugly day in her life as well. She is very bold
and curious, and does not have any problems
leaving the herd, and exploring new
territory......All I can say is WOW.
I am working on my website, and hope to have
it up soon. Please feel free to phone or visit, and
talk Morabs....The most beautiful/versatile
horse in the world. :)
Birgitta Wilkinson
Cochrane, Alberta
403 619-5635
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EQUINE TEETH & DENTISTRY
Horses' teeth grow continuously until some time between the ages of 25 and 30. Grass, their natural food,
contains silica which is an abrasive and which constantly wears down the horse's teeth. The fibers of heavier
grasses require a bit of grinding on the part of the horse. Additionally the horse reaches down to bite off grass
and then raises his head to chew which changes his jaw position constantly. A horse living on natural grass will
be more likely to naturally polish off the surfaces of his molars into a level. Thus the horse's dental apparatus is
pretty well adapted to his natural diet.
In order to efficiently grind their food, horses' upper molars are spaced a
little farther apart than their lower teeth. While important in the wild, this
offset can produce problems in the domestic horse. Horses on alfalfa and
less fibrous feeds tend to chew less and the material which they are eating
is generally less abrasive. Accordingly there will be surfaces which do not
get polished off evenly. Raised edges may appear along the edges of the
molars; typically along the outside of the upper set and the inside of the
lower set. When these "unground surfaces" get large the horse cannot rock
his lower jaw laterally as he chews due to his teeth being locked between
the opposing ridges. Thus the problem self propagates, the ridges slowly
appear larger as they are no longer being worn down, and as the horse
rubs these ridges when chewing, he's actually wearing down the sides of
these ridges into sharp points.
These points can be quite razor-like, actually cutting deep into one's finger when rubbed across them while
inspecting the mouth. These sharp points they often cut into the horse's cheeks when they chew and cause
soreness where a bit or halter pushes the cheek against a sharp tooth. They can also cause slab fractures which
are discussed later in this section.
In some cases a horse may have to chew unnaturally in an attempt to grind up his food. This action can often
result in increased uneven wear on the teeth and in some cases generate significant excess pressure on one or
more tooth which can result in serious complications including causing teeth to literally be worked loose.
In addition, the now restricted jaw movement can result in hooks being formed on the first molars on each side
of the upper jaw. Because of the limitation of chewing movement caused by the ridges, the horse tends to rock
his jaw backwards. This results in the first molars being unevenly worn with the unworn portions hanging down
like stalactites. By this time the horse typically is not grinding his food well and in addition to the discomfort in
his mouth, he is probably lacking in nutritional efficiency.
You can see from the sketch how wolf teeth and the forward hooks on upper molars would definitely cause
some discomfort when the horse is carrying a bit in his mouth.
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EQUINE DENTAL PROBLEMS
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Your horse may be showing signs of burgeoning dental problems. Horses who become harder to keep for
no apparent reason, who salivate excessively when eating, who eat slowly and with effort, who
continuously drop bits of half chewed food and who show unusually coarse manure are prime candidates
for a dental inspection. Other behavioral characteristics suggesting tooth problems may include unusual
fussing with the bit, avoidance of bit contact, irritation when put into a dropped noseband, head tucking or
head tossing, poor self carriage and not wanting to have his face and muzzle handled.
PAIN AND BEHAVIOR
An uneven matching of the molars can put a strain on the temporal mandibular joint, which can be very
painful. In humans "TMJ" problems can cause headaches. In horses it can cause them to go off feed or
colic. Oftentimes mysterious colics which have no apparent cause can be traced back to dental problems.
Hooks on the far back of the molars can prevent the horse's jaw from relaxing and moving forward when
the rider asks him to round up, especially if he's wearing a tight dropped noseband and can't open his mouth
to relieve the pressure. This situation can also be painful and result in the horse displaying unusual head
movements or being unable to sustain a comfortable frame.
Additionally, young horses will often experience discomfort when shedding their deciduous (baby) teeth.
Lumps will often appear under the jawbones while the new teeth are trying to erupt and sometimes the
horse can benefit from some human assistance in removing the old baby tooth "caps".
POST DENTAL CARE ISSUES
Horses who have had significant dental malalignment can become very sore in the jaw after floating. The
temporal mandibular joint, ligaments and support muscles will have adjusted to perhaps years of operating
in an unnatural position. When the bite is corrected, the joint should return to a normal position in its socket
which can temporarily cause a strain and pain to modified tissues. The horse may have difficulty chewing
and grinding his food, in which case appropriate doses of pain medication may be administered and the
horse supplemented with ground feed until the joint stabilizes and the pain subsides.
This discomfort is not usually indicative of improper dental work and should subside in a few days and the
horse should benefit from improved dental (chewing) function.
THE POWER OF PREVENTION
Most equine dentistry involves prevention. If your horse's teeth are regularly cared for, the maintenance
process will not be overwhelming and you should be able to avoid most dental or health complications.
Depending on your horse's diet, hardness of teeth and jaw alignment, he may need floating on an annual
basis or perhaps he could last years between floating. By keeping an eye on your horse's teeth, you can
determine how quickly your horse's dental surfaces are changing and get them cared for before
complications arise.
Part of prevention is; knowing whom to call when you need equine dental care. Some veterinary teaching
hospitals do not teach tooth floating and your particular veterinarian may or may not be schooled and
experienced in this process or in the art of realigning a mal-occluded mouth. If not, you may need to locate
an equine dentist in your area.
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THE MORAB HORSE…
EXPERIENCE THE SPLENDOUR
EXCALIBUR SPLENDOUR (Beams Black Panther x Jewell)
15 H Breeding Stock Approved, Multi National Title Holder, Proven Sire
Standing at: Liberty Farm Morabs, Ontario 613-674-3220
www.geocities.com/lfmorabs/horses libfarm@aol.com
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Morab and Part Bred - Splendours offspring are outstanding.
Sephora 2nd Gen Morab filly
Ultimate Splendour Part Morab
Libertys Belle Part Morab
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TRAIL IN THE SCENIC FOOTHILLS OF THE ROCKIES NEAR SUNDRE, ALBERTA.
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CALDRA, TRAC, ERA
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CLASSIFIEDS
MWS Baywind Dallas (MWS Dakota Bay X Pengover
Britany), is a 2 year old bay reg. Morab colt. Well bred, good
conformation, and easy to work with. Should mature 15H.H.
$2000.00.
For more information contact Jen at 519 392 8174
rh@wightman.ca
16h Morgan filly for sale, yearling, chestnut, large boned,
Hunter Jumper prospect, $3000. Sire: TL Silver Knight. Dam:
Gold Temptress. Morgan stud colt, Buckskin $2000. Sire: TL
Royal Amigo. Dam: TL Midnight Liaison. Contact Shari for
prices or pictures. Top bloodlines. Papers available.
780 576 2130 shari2@telus.net
Morab colt, yearling, personality plus, very gentle, pastures
with mares and geldings. Easy to work with. No vices. Big heart
with brains to spare. Sire: Snowdancers Dreamsong. Dam:
Sera Gay Miyah.
Morab Filly. Amazing temperment fearless and quick learner.
Make either of these your CHAMPION. Sire: Snowdancers
Golden Fox. Dam: Sera Gay Miyah. $2000 CDN each . Call
Shari 780 576 2130 or email: shari@telus.net
LM Red Flare, 2nd generation Morab mare eligible for CMA
registration. (LM Black Powder x LM Arc One Shawna. Foaled
16/14/99. 50/50 Morab. 14.3hh. Reserve Grand Champion
Morab & 1st Morab Mare (+other wins) at the Canadian
National Morab Show 2007. Asking $4500 US. Half Moon
Farm, Jim & Ronna Messier, Franklin, Vermont, Ph: 802 285
2202. Email for more info: hmfarm@franklinvt.net
Freedoms Independence Spark ( Indy ) Morab Gelding
Foaled 7/31/02 Washita Spitfire x Two "C" Steel Magnolia
75% Morgan , 25% Arabian
Indy has begun his show career this season bringing home
ribbons from each show. He loves the show environment and
the ring. He is broke to walk /trot/canter and learning to leg
yield and collect. He has been riden on the road with BIG trucks
going by with no problem and on trails.He's is a very good boy
standing 14.3 , dark bay. $3500.00
Half Moon Farm, Jim & Ronna Messier, Franklin, Vermont.
Ph: 802 285 2202. Email for more info:
hmfarm@franklinvt.net
Morab colt born June 2006. He is bay at the moment, but
turning grey! This pretty boy is by Incredibly Irish (Morgan)
Beamington on the top line. His dam is Taken To Xtreme by
Syringa Fadhilal. (Egyptian). Asking $1500. For sale: Taken
To Xtreme She is grey, stands 14.2hh, very quiet, green broke
(done some 20/25 mile rides) and is an excellent mother. She is
for sale for $2000. For more pics - follow the link from the
opening page of www.bartongate.com
Contact: Laurie Zaporzan, Dauphin, Manitoba.
Phone: 204 638 4145
E-Mail: laurie@ritzmachine.com
Beautiful well bred 5 year old Chestnut Sabino Registered
Morgan mare. She has a fantastic personality, has been lightly
started under saddle, free style lunges (no rope or lung line on
her). Stands quietly for vet, farier and de-worming. Is UTD on
everything! In foal for a June/July baby from imported
Registered Arabian Stallion Prime Time SCA by Allience and
Aladdinn (Bask) and Gai Prada lines. The foal should be a top
stallion Morab prospect with a gentle, willing disposition with
trainability and tractability. For sale as a package deal for
$7,000 and or willing to trade for a 14/14.1 pony mare. Pony
mare must be well started under saddle and trailer well. Kim
Luceno Mazinawvalleymorgans@gmail.com
Excalibur Spectre - 2004 Dun Gelding - CMA # 1093
(Kodiak Gold Spirit Walker x Sera Gay Miyah)
He is a very promising young gelding. This young gelding
needs a home. I do not have enough time for him and I would
dearly love to see him go to a home that will appreciate him. I
have two horses and they are in different locations. I am
spending all my time off with my mare as we train for Dressage
and Spectre is being left out. He is only Halter broke and I am
open to accepting almost any offer for him. See him at
http://ermorabs.tripod.com ermorabs@telus.net 780 939 6665
Forever Sunset – Arabian – Chestnut Mare (Forever Night x PK Black Satin) Foaled 5/31/98. Trained English, loves
to trail ride doing Very well in the round pen.$3,000 Half Moon Farm, Jim & Ronna Messier, Franklin, Vermont. Ph: 802 285
2202. Email for more info: hmfarm@franklinvt.net
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The following horses are for sale from
Alberta Morabs
Janice Pitman, Alberta Morabs, Colinton, AB. Ph: 780 675 5251. Mashmead@telus.net
Prices are negotiable
Alberta Mint, 1998 Morab mare, CMA 1019 Approved.
Platinum, Chestnut, 15 H.H. This lovely mare is the daughter of
Justemere LadyDi, Alberta Champion Western Pleasure Mare.
LadyDi has always produced horses with exceptional beauty
and carriage, which perform at the top of their class in both
English and Western disciplines. Mint is sired by Leyzam,
whose offspring are winners in jumping, dressage, reining,
endurance, and working cow-horse. Leyzam produces horses
with exceptional eye appeal, Starburst Eclipse (sired by
Leyzam), when shown in Los Angles in dressage, by Steven
Spielberg’s movie horse trainer, received standing ovations
from thousands. It is with regret that we offer Mint for sale.Sire:
Leyzam, CAHR-0138831- Crabbet Arabian (Naseem,
Skowronek, Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa) Dam: Justemere
LadyDi, CMHA 3948 (Northwinds Quizman, top and bottom,
Shawalla Jean Ann) 3800.00
Alberta Nugget, 2006 Morgan colt, will register CMHA,
Buckskin. Clean, classy colt, with a lovely temperament, will
not be too big and will make a child’s mount of exceptional
quality. Sire: Two J El Tivio, CMHA 13732 (Foundation
Morgan Bloodlines, Show’s Royal Diamond, and KRP Cocoa
(from the Amish breeding program, these horses are bred to use)
Dam: Two J Midnight Fox. CMHA - (Jubilee King). 2000.00
Alberta Zulu, 2005 Part-bred Morgan filly, will register partbred Morgan, Buckskin. Correct, balanced, quiet, and confident,
this filly is top quality. In training for basic ground work and
will be rode by very light rider to start under saddle. Sire: Two J
El Tivio, CMHA-13732- (Foundation Morgan Bloodlines,
Show’s Royal Diamond, and KRP Cocoa - from the Amish
breeding program, these horses are bred to use) Dam: Alberta
Spirit, Morab (Abu Farwa, Abu Alla, Quizking, Swawalla
Buck, Shawalla Mary Ann, Speedramp Walker, Julie Bird,
Jericos Mr. Majesty, Moro Hill Magnum, Aris Black Diamond,
Farrazon) 4000.00.
Kodiak Coalfield, 1992 Morgan mare, CMHA 8387. Black
Chestnut, 15hh Produced champion morabs Alberta Warrior
(2001, Canadian Morab Champion three year old), and Alberta
Dream Catcher ( 2001, Canadian Morab Reserve Grand
Champion, and she was only two, you should see her now).
.Coalfield is gentle and consistently produces top quality,
Morabs and Morgans. Sire: Timberline Coal, CMHA 2521
(Northwindsn Quizman, Barbarian Sweetheart, Summits
Barbarian) Dam: Speeds Romance, US-77636-(Fleetfeild top
and bottom) 3600.00.
Alberta Dark Knight, 2003 Morab gelding, registering with
Canadian Morab Association, Black Bay, 15 hh. Elegant, bold,
excellent bone and structure, a definite endurance prospect.
Knight is a full brother to Alberta Warrior. Sire: Leyzam,
CAHR-0138831- Crabbet Arabian (Naseem,
Skowronek,Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa) Dam: Kodiak
Coalfield, CMHA 8387 (Timberline Coal, Barbarian
Sweetheart, Speedfield) 2500.00
Alberta Flyer, 1999 Morab mare, CMA 1027. Red Bay,
14.3hh. Flyer has all her basics on the ground and under saddle,
she is an excellent mover and very light in hand. This lovely
mare is the daughter of Justemere LadyDi, Alberta Champion
Western Pleasure Mare. LadyDihas always produced horses
with exceptional beauty and carriage, which perform at the top
of their class in both English and Western disciplines. Flyer is
sired by Leyzam, whose offspring win in jumping, dressage,
reining, endurance, and working cow-horse. Leyzam produces
horses with exceptional eye appeal, Starburst Eclipse (sired by
Leyzam), when shown in Los Angles in dressage, by Steven
Spielberg’s movie horse trainer, received standing ovations
from thousands. It is with regret that we offer Flyer for sale.
Sire: Leyzam, CAHR 0138831- Crabbet Arabian (Naseem,
Skowronek, Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa) Dam: Justemere
LadyDi, CMHA-3948-(Northwinds Quizman, top and bottom,
Shawalla Jean Ann). 6000.00.
Ginger, 2000 Morab mare, registering with Canadian Morab
Association, Dark Bay, 15 H.H. Tough, powerful, athletic,
potential for endurance, reining, dressage, all around show
horse. Ginger is friendly and easy to ride, used on the ranch and
in the mountains, good lead horse. Sire: Chingadaro, CMHA(Traces six times to Flyhawk) Dam: Arabian (Bint Sahara)
7500.00.
Alberta Wrangle, 1997 Anglo Arab gelding, can register partbred Arabian, Blaze Faced Sorrel, 15.2 H.H. Long striding,
powerful, this big gelding is athletic, clean- boned and beautiful.
Wrangle loves people and has been used extensively in the
mountains to ride and pack. Turned out for several years and
will need to be worked, has all his ground and ring basics and is
a pleasure to work, he can set down on his but and turn around
smooth as you please. Sire: Leyzam, CAHR 013883. Crabbet
Arabian (Naseem, Skowronek, Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa)
Dam: Star, Thoroughbred (Man O War ) 3800.00
Alberta Sundown, 2005 Morgan gelding - will register CMHA.
Blaze-faced Flaming Chestnut. Sensitive, sensible, long striding,
excellent bone and structure, this is a beautiful gelding.
Sundown is in ground training and will be started by a very
light rider. Sire: Two J El Tivio, CMHA-13732- (Foundation
Morgan Bloodlines, Show’s Royal Diamond, and KRP Cocoa from the Amish breeding program, bred to use) Dam: Duchess,
CMHA 9263 (Foundation Morgan Bloodlines, Glori-Del Sr.
John, Tina Zelpha, Jubilee King) 2500.00.
Alberta Gold, 2005 Morgan gelding, will register CMHA,
Bright Gold Palimino. Style, carriage, performance, outstanding
conformation and bone, magnificence beyond comparison, Gold
inspires admiration with his beauty,gentleness and his loving
spirit. Gold is in ground training and will be started. Sire: Two J
El Tivio, CMHA-13732- (Foundation Morgan Bloodlines,
Show’s Royal Diamond, and KRP Cocoa (from the Amish
breeding program, these horses are bred to use)) Dam:Justemere
LadyDi, CMHA-3948-(Northwinds Quizman, top and bottom,
Shawalla Jean Ann) 5000.00
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Alberta Timber, 1998 Morab gelding, CMA -1030. Dark Bay.
14.3 H.H. Smooth, fast, incredible athlete, smart and easy to
train, would excel in reining, jumping, dressage or working
cows. Timber has all his basics on the ground and under saddle.
Canadian Morab Show, 3rd in halter, 2000 and 2001.
Sire: Leyzam, CAHR-0138831- Crabbet Arabian (Naseem,
Skowronek, Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa) Dam: Whoops -ADaisy, CMHA-7528 (Quizking, Shawalla Jean Ann) 3500.00
Alberta Warrior, 1998 Morab gelding, CMA 1032. Dark Bay.
15.2 H. H. Bold and handsome, exceptional endurance,
excellent bone and hoof structure. Warrior has all his basics on
the ground and in the saddle, rode on the ranch .Turned out for
two years, rode for two weeks last fall and went good. Canadian
Morab Show, 1st in halter, 2001.Warriors full sister Alberta
Dream Catcher was Canadian Reserve Champion this same
year. Sire: Leyzam, CAHR-0138831- Crabbet Arabian
(Naseem, Skowronek, Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa)
Dam:Kodiak Coalfeild, CMHA-8387- (Timberline Coal,
Barbarian Sweetheart, Speedfield) 3000.00.
Alberta Rustler, 2006 Morgan colt, will register CMHA, Liver
Chestnut. Bold, correct, will be a top notch show or ranch horse.
Sire: Two J El Tivio, CMHA-13732- (Foundation Morgan
Bloodlines, Show’s Royal Diamond, and KRP Cocoa (from the
Amish breeding program, thesehorses are bred
to use)) Dam:Kodiak Coalfield, CMHA-8387- (Timberline
Coal, Barbarian
Sweetheart, Speedfield). 1200.00.
Alberta Buck, 2003 Part-bred Morab gelding, registering with
CMA. Dark Chestnut,15 H.H. Floating, powerful, easy
movement, it's lovely to watch this pretty, gentle, gelding in
motion. With his smooth athletic ability, and quietness Buck
will excel in reining, dressage or pleasure, presently in training.
Buck is bred top and bottom from Jerichos Mr. Majesty, who
had a gentle intelligence beyond any horse I have known, and an
incredibly powerful, floating ride. Sire: Jericos Mr. Majesty,
CMA 1018 Approved. Gold (Moro Hill Magnum, Aris Black
Diamond, Farrazon) Dam: Alberta Bayberry,registering partbred Morab with Canadian Morab Association (Jericos Mr.
Majesty, Moro Hill Magnum, Aris Black Diamond, Farrazon,
Man O War (thoroughbred)) :4200.00.
Alberta Legend, CMA part bred recordation eligible. 1995
gelding, PMHA – X 842 – Black Bay 15.2 H.H. Incredible
carriage, exceptional beauty, very smooth, pleasure and show
potential, used in the mountains as a saddle and pack horse, and
with cows. Legend has all his basics on the ground and under
saddle. Has been turned out for one year, will need to be
worked. Sire: Leyzam, CAHR 0138831- Crabbet Arabian
(Naseem, Skowronek, Raffles, Raseyn, Abu Farwa) Dam:
Cottonwood Runner, PMHA-225 (Abu Farwa, Abu Alla,
Quizking, Shawalla Buck, Shawalla Mary Ann) 2700.00.
NEWS & EVENTS
Morab Show Eastern 2008
August 23rd 2008- Rain date August 24th 2008
Hosted by Carroll Norris Stables
435 Sandy Hills Drive
Almira, Ontario
Contact: Carroll Norris Phone: 519-669-8028
Judge: Louise Letson
Classes will include Morab Halter, Sporthorse In
Hand, In Hand Trail, Western Pleasure & Equitation &
Fun Classes for Morabs and OPEN classes for all
breeds.
There will NOT be a
National Morab Show
this year which was to be held in the West.
We are hoping to have a show in the West for next
year but this will depend upon interest.
If you want a show for the Morabs in the West next
year contact Catherine McLeod at:
780-939-6665 ermorabs@telus.net
CMA Now accepts
Canadian National Championships
Endurance, Competitive Trail and Ride & Tie,
will be held in Alberta on July 31st - August 4th, 2008.
Check their website (currently under construction) for
more info:
www.canadiannationals.org
The Canadian Morab Association has become an
Affiliate of Equine Canada www.equinecanada.ca
Affiliation enables our members to receive tangible
services and benefits.
- Breeds & Industry Division Annual Delegate
Assembly
- Equine Canada Members First
- Export Market Development for Canadian-bred
Horses
- Equine Canada Breeders Initiative Fund
- Equine Canada Breeds & Industry Guide to Horses
and Ponies for Sale in Canada (free - Log in to add
your sales prospect)
- HorseLife, the official publication of Equine Canada
(paid subscription - email jcull@equinecanada.ca )
- Equine Canada E-Newsletter (free - email
jcull@equinecanada.ca )
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How to Stake out a Dressage Arena
by Kay Whitlock
Show season is just around the corner and it's time for my annual "how to" on measuring out a dressage
arena. If you can find 100 meter tapes you are really lucky. Otherwise, 300 foot tapes are nice. When all
else fails get a couple of 100 foot tapes.
Okay....here goes. You need 8 stakes per arena, 1 hammer, 2 tapes, 2 warm bodies (other than your own)
capable of standing perfectly still and moving only when told (if you do the job all by yourself, I guarantee
you won't need aerobics that night!). Almost always you will have something you need to line the ring up with
- whether it be the long side or a short side. So that is where you start. If you need to put a ring inside an
existing ring - get the overall measurements of the existing ring first so you can figure out how far from the
existing edge you can be.
Put your first stake in and measure 20m/65.7ft to your second stake. Then check the distance from those 2
stakes and the existing fence or straight line. Once you are happy with that you put one body with the zero
end of a tape at each of those stakes. You take the 2 tapes, hammer, stakes and walk back 20m/65.7ft from
the first stake. At the point where the diagonal tape reads 28.3m/92.10ft and the tape on the straight line is
20m/65.7ft you cross the 2 tapes and put in a stake. Then you walk across to the other side with the tapes
and the other tape becomes your diagonal 28.3m/92.10ft and the tape on the long side is 20m/65.7ft. Where
they cross you put a stake. You then motion the two warm bodies to move up the side to those two new
stakes and you walk back 20m/65.7ft and repeat the process of crossing the diagonal tape at 28.3m/92.10ft
and the long side tape at 20m/65.7ft. Then, across to the other side and re-measure. Now move everybody
up and measure the third square. Run string around the outside of the entire arena to help facilitate keeping
the chain or boards straight.
That's all there is. In essence you have measured 3, 20 meter squares to create a 20 x 60 meter arena. This
is also an excellent way to plan your geometry when riding a test. A 3 loop serpentine is a lot easier to ride
when you think of it as 3 20 meter half circles! Letters are set 6 meters (19.8 feet) in from each corner, and
then the rest are 12 meters (39.4 feet) from each other. "A" and "C" are set dead center 10 meters (33 feet).
They should be set about .5m/20" back from the arena fence. "A" should be set further back to allow a horse
to make a straight entry. The fence itself should be about 18" high. The judge should be 5 meters or 16 ft
back from the letter C.
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