The Journal May-July 2021

CONTENTS FEATURES Committee Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 2020 ASPC/AMHR Board of Directors Candidates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Hall of Fame Hoof Wall Separation Disorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Page 6 Ouch! Sore-Foot Horses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Important Registration Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Obituary: Marjorie Vliet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Blast from the Past . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Companion Excellence Parts of the Horse Word Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Program Page 11 DEPARTMENTS From the Home Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Letter from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Official Pages Board of Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Committee Chairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 A/R Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Probations, Suspensions, and Bad Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Spring Board Meeting Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Measurement Clarification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 2021 Show Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Judges and Stewards Roster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Recognized Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 ON THE COVER Breeder/Owner Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Trainer Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Ad Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Woodland Acres Black Jack Owned by Dr Chuck & Mary Sheppard, 7S Miniatures Blackjack is a multiple National Champion Western Pleasure Driving horse. ASPC/AMHR Standing at stud with Mike Wahl Performance Horses Photography by wendypetersonphotos.com Halter designed by Gina Rolland Dupree Equinfancy.com Ad Design by Cat McKenna catmckenna.com The Journal • May thru July 2021 1

The Journal THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF The American Shetland Pony Club and From the Home Office American Miniature Horse Registry 81B E. Queenwood Morton, IL 61550 (309)263-4044 Fax: (309)263-5113 Spring Is Finally Here! http://www.shetlandminiature.com Congratulations to all of the 2020 Hall of ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Officers: Fame inductees! What a great accomplishment! President - Rob Crater Remember to get your photos and information 1st Vice President - Sherri Jolliff to the National Office for the presentation at the 2nd Vice President - Alan Dial 2021 Convention. Stephen Henderson – Past President It is Board of Directors election time. Please make sure your email is on file The Journal is published six times a year, every with the office as the election is electronic. A link will be e-mailed from the other month. Subscription to The Journal is part National Office to each member qualified to vote in the Area V election. of an annual membership fee of $65 for U.S. If you prefer a mailed ballot, please contact the National Office. Area III, residents (or $80 for first class mailing). IV, VII and VIII will not hold an election as there is only one candidate in Membership rates for Canada, Mexico and all each of those areas. other foreign countries are $92 which includes The Journal. Non-member or gift subscriptions Mark your calendars for our National Shows. ASPC Congress will be held to The Journal are available for $30 per year July 25-31, 2021 in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. AMHR Nationals will be for U.S. residents and $45 for all other countries. held September 9-18, 2021 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Class Lists, Entry Forms Please notify ASPC/AMHR at least six weeks in and additional information can be found on the website. advance of change of address. We have a wonderful member that has donated items to the organization to Editorial manuscripts accompanied by high- hold a raffle. 1st place is a new Lutke Harness, 2nd place is new Double K quality photos are most welcome but we do animal clippers, and 3rd place is $350.00 cash. Ticket prices and additional not guarantee publication of any manuscript. information can be found in this issue of The Journal as well as on the Unsolicited manuscripts, photographs and other website. We will be drawing the winners at the 2021 Convention. material becomes the property of The Journal and will not be returned unless accompanied The National Office is very busy processing incoming work. Please by a stamped, self-addressed envelope. No remember that you must send in payment with your work or keep a credit compensation will be made unless agreed upon card on file with the office. We have delayed work in the office that we prior to submission. Opinions expressed by are waiting for additional documents to finalize. If you have received an authors do not necessarily reflect or represent e-mail or phone call from the registration or accounting department, please those of ASPC/AMHR and The Journal. contact them so they can finish the process of your work. Advertising and/or editorial matter is subject We are looking for representatives from each area to submit Area News for to publisher’s approval and will be edited to the Journal. If you are interested, please contact the National Office. conform to ASPC/AMHR policy if necessary. Advertisers are responsible for the accuracy of Send us photos from your shows and farms, we would love to use them in their ads and for obtaining reproduction rights our marketing and social media efforts. to all images used in their ads. ASPC/AMHR We are looking forward to a wonderful 2021! and The Journal are not responsible for the accuracy of statements made in any advertising All payments must be made in U.S. funds only. Jill Gleason and the National Office Staff The Journal (Publication No 023260) (ISSN 10788484) is published bimonthly for the American Shetland Pony Club and American Miniature Horse Registry. Periodicals postage paid at Morton, IL and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to ASPC, 81B E. Queenwood, Morton, IL 61550, (309) 263-4044 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Copyright 2021 by American Shetland Pony Club, Inc. 2 The Journal • May thru July 2021



Letter from the President Hello Members of the ASPC Inc. I am very excited to see that we have our horse shows happening and we have seen good turnout. I know for many of us the last 14 months have been very solitary and boring. I am excited to say, I am fully vaccinated and heading out to my first show next week. It will be great getting to see some of you in the coming months. The Board of Directors had a very successful and efficient spring board meeting. We discussed the issues at hand, some financial items, and just some details for the year ahead. Thank you to everyone for attending that could and working together so well. As May is just around the corner be sure to watch the ASPC website for the forms and class lists for the National Shetland Congress and the AMHR National show. There were some changes, and a few additions for both the Congress and National shows. Don’t forget to always check the website for quarterly financials, important updates, deadlines and more. Jill has done a great job with the branded materials, so make sure you check out the e-store to see if you need a new mug, sweatshirt or jacket. I want to wish everyone a safe and fun time out at the shows, and I hope to see you all at one of them. Sincerely, Rob Crater, Jr. American Shetland Pony Club, Inc. President Area VIII Director Important Reminders The 2021 Official Rulebook • Animals can be brought permanent from is now available from the temporary after they have reached their actual 6th Birthday. National Office. • No Shetland or Miniature Horse foal may be Order yours today! registered out of a dam that has not reached Cost is $5.00. her actual 3rd Birthday. Payment is due at time of order. • All animals are a year older January 1st for show and registration purposes. To order, contact the National Office: 309-263-4044 • Transfers must be completed, signed and or [email protected] dated. Original certificates must accompany transfer application. Complimentary rulebook is • Congress entries must be postmarked on or available online at before June 14, 2021 www.shetlandminiature.com • National entries must be postmarked on or before July 19, 2021 4 The Journal • May thru July 2021



2020 ASPC HALL OF FAME CLASSIC HALTER SHOW PONY HALTER K’S TODAY’S CLASS ACT HS UNIQUELY CREATED 2020 ASPC 157282 2001 SILVER HOF Owned by Sandra Simianer Owned by Duane Stutzman & Shawn Schilling Fresno, OH CLASSIC HALTER Hot Springs, SD CORNERSTONE’S VALIANT MODERN COUNTRY ADDI TUDE RHA CRAZY ON PARADE PLEASURE DRIVING 167223 168824 AGS GOOGLE DOLL Owned by Sherri Jolliff Owned by Robert or Pamela Walsh 166177 or Katelyn E Riley Tuscarora, MD Owned by Cheryl or West Plains, MO FOUNDATION HALTER Carey Hausman, DVM MODERN HALTER Houston, TX RHA UNIQUE OBSESSION CH DON QUIXOTA 168739 ERL CAPITAL GAINS 160798 Owned by Robert or Pamela Walsh 166695 Owned by Julie Kimmey Tuscarora, MD Owned by George or Connie Frenchtown, MT Mccreedy or Linda Heimbach CROSS COUNTRY Clinton, MI CHAMPAGNE & ROSES MODERN COUNTRY 169240 CLASSIC WESTERN PLEASURE Owned by Wayne Davis COUNTRY PLEASURE AGS GOOGLE DOLL 166177 West Haven, UT DRIVING Owned by Cheryl or MODERN PLEASURE HALTER PRICELESS MIRACLES Carey Hausman, DVM WILLOWLAWN’S GRAND MASTER BAD BOY BRODY Houston, TX 161687 163587 Owned by Dinah Peevy Owned by Tommy or Marian Poole Clarkesville, GA or Amy Sloan Celina, TX EXCALIBER’S PICKIN’ HIGH COTTON 162552 Owned by Jeanne Mcclanahan Highlands, TX SOUNDVIEW’S SO SHARP 164937 Owned by Mike or Leslie Herron Adel, IA AGS GOOGLE DOLL 166177 Owned by Cheryl or Carey Hausman, DVM Houston, TX ROLE MODEL 167842 Owned by Amanda Marie Sanders Gardner, IL 6 The Journal • May thru July 2021



2020 AMHR HALL OF FAME MINIATURE HALTER PHR JESS BLESS YOUR HEART KNIGHT’S STARDUSTING LM HAWKS RARE TREASURE 344638 337887 264043 Owned by Aimee Holliday Owned by Leigh or Jamie Murray and Owned By Kim Swan Chino Hills, CA Jerry or Anna Horn Cushing, OK Stillwater, OK WESTERN STOCK HALTER TEN LS BUCKIN IN THE BUFF S BAR P’S ROCKEM SHOCKEM LITTLE KINGS ATOMIC BOMB 325088 335628 342406 Owned by Steve Doyle Owned by Amy or Gary Price Owned by Susan Hallmark or Brookanna Pickett Anamosa, IA Boerne, TX Crawfordsville, IN PLEASURE DRIVING ROADSTER DRIVING BANDIDOS JACKS 7S NASHVILLES RENEGADE DBD DIAL-A-WILD CAT ARE LUCKY TOO 281982 305554 333596 Owned by Bill or Patty Fingland Owned by Alan or Tammi Dial Owned by Dana West Louisburg, KS Shelley, ID Grimsby, ON LOS ARBOLES IDOLS HIT PARADE VICKERYS MINI V JO’S LEGACY DVM PASO’S UPTOWN FUNK 315035 307062 334502 Owned by Susan Hallmark Owned by Daniel or Carla Crider Owned by Paul Pickworth Boerne, TX Lipan, TX Wellington, OH CLASSIC VIEWS PHANTOM KNITE LYMRICKS HIGH WINS OURFARMS IM OSO LOVELY 326352 309982 335573 Owned by Leigh or Jamie Murray & Owned by Sarah Kuzmic Owned by Mona Hodkiewicz Jerry or Anna Horn Morrison, OK Lake Geneva, WI Stillwater, OK LOS ARBOLES IDOLS HIT PARADE MARYSTOWN MAJOR CHARMER COUNTRY PLEASURE 315035 339612 DRIVING Owned by Susan Hallmark Owned by Alan or Tammi Dial Boerne, TX Shelley, ID LOS ARBOLES IDOLS HIT PARADE 315035 FIREFLY’S BARBIE DOLL RHA WIZARD OF FORT KNOX Owned by Susan Hallmark 329538 339780 Boerne, TX Owned by Diane Schroeder Owned by Cynthia Harris or Debra Waddell Mt Airy, MD AALIN JUST BITE ME Republican City, NE 322570 BANDIDOS PLATINUM EDITION Owned by Camille or Dennis Colle NWR WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT 339919 Medicine Lodge, KS 345694 Owned by Jessica Krawczyk Owned by Lonnie Perdue Schomberg, ON ROYAL CRUSADER Kearney, MO 331419 RHA UNIQUE AUTUMN TRYST Owned by Tommy or Marian Poole WESTERN COUNTRY 342441 or Jessica Tamboe PLEASURE DRIVING Owned by Robert or Pamela Walsh Celena, TX TEN LS UNIQUELY MARVELOUS or Linda Kint 331048 Tuscarora, MD MARYSTOWN CHA CHA CHARMER Owned by Jason or Brenda Prince WA-FULL UNIQUE 332110 Watseka, IL MARC ME FAMOUS Owned by Connie or Tara Goff ERICA’S TROTTERS IKONIC 343188 Waco, TX 335072 Owned by Debbie or Larry Thomas Owned by Jennifer Zonghetti Cleburne, TX PHR GUINNESS STOUT 337180 Sharon, MA MARYSTOWN UNIQUE JAZZY Owned by Aimee Holliday DALMUIR ESTABLO 343259 Chino Hills, CA TELL A STOREY Owned by Debra or Richard Jones 335072 Van, TX Owned by Christina Pheils Stockbridge, MI 8 The Journal • May thru July 2021

S BAR P’S ROCKEM SHOCKEM VERSATILITY DOUBLE SUPERIOR DAM 335628 ERICA’S PHARAOHS WALL STREET ILLUSIONS Owned by Amy or Gary Price PHENOMENON HOT CHILE Anamosa, IA 327285 Owned by Lisa Rains Owned by Amanda Sannes Ponca City, OK SRF HEIRBELLA 336181 Anaheim, CA SUPERIOR DAM Owned by Roger & Kristina Slobody LIBERTY West Brookfield, MA P .C . JETT’S SASSAFRASS GRAHAM’S CLASSIC RHYTHM 320896 OBSTACLE 302960 Owned by Jill Comfert ABRIAS SIGNATURE ANIMATION Owned by Kelly Williams Everton, AR 272409 or John Marshall Owned by Hannah Kruchek Valparaiso, IN Monroe, WA DOUBLE SUPERIOR SIRE JESSIE JAMES EGF B & L’S ROCK E RED ALERT 297077 Owned by Lisa Rains Owned by Cindy or Hannah Borst Ponca City, OK Adel, IA DRM DOUBLE DESTINYS JOKERS WILD 2020 AMHR SILVER HOF 301922 Owned by Sherry Clift MINIATURE HALTER JUMPER South Jordan, UT DOUBLE K’S SHE’S A SASSY KID BUCKEYE WCF RIGHT ON TAR- GREENCREEKMINIS 317082 GET ALL THAT N MORE Owned by Landin Doner 204738 321009 or Kimberly Shooter Owned by Jackie or David Hooks Owned by Brynn Longley Van Wert, OH or Matthew Wilson New London, NC Topping, VA CASINO CLASSICAL MARSMONTROSE HAVEGUN WILLTRAVEL OBSTACLE SPIRITS LISA E DENAL E 303650 BUCKEYE WCF 326222 Owned by Norma Barnes-Euresti RIGHT ON TARGET Owned by Jamie Sweeney or Lori Wilson 204738 Wentworth, MO Augusta, MI Owned by Jackie or David Hooks or Matthew Wilson HUNTER J & S ESTATES SPITFIRE Topping, VA 329831 ERICA’S KNOCK U OUT Owned by Dayle Berger 292001 Halifax, VA WONDER HORSES Owned by Katie Fitzpatrick TOP BANANAS RAMBO or Sara Barnett PLEASURE DRIVING 276787 York, PA Owned by Jackie or David Hooks WHITNEYVILLES or Matthew Wilson S BAR P’S STAR OF ROYALTY DANDY LEGIONAIRE Topping, VA 310322 97672 Owned by Tommy or Marian Poole Owned by Michela Beecher or Jessica Tamboe Camillus, NY Celena, TX 2020 AMHR COUNTRY PLEASURE JUMPER DRIVING GOLD HOF WONDER HORSES WHITNEYVILLES WESTERN COUNTRY ROMEOS ROYAL OF CC DANDY LEGIONAIRE PLEASURE DRIVING 235826 97672 SBS CONFETTI’S WILD CHERRY Owned by D or J Hooks Owned by Michela Beecher 299587 or Matt Wilson or Dale Dean Camillus, NY Owned by Jamee Bornstein Topping, VA East Troy, WI The Journal • May thru July 2021 9



Companion Excellence Program Radio Flyer by Virginia M. Erickson I have gone on to receive his HOF in Although I had a Shetland pony when I was 10 years old in the late 60’s, it’s nothing like the ponies Pleasure Driving of now days. I got back into the pony scene in 2005 and working on a purchasing two just so I could smell horses again, and HOF in Carriage. to have a couple of pets. But after a couple of years, We also enter the I got the show bug again and wondered what can I All-Breed Show do with a pony. My friend Pamela Bailey with MSM series where he won Shetlands taught me how to harness and drive these the Pony Driving beautiful animals and I started showing them in the in 2019 and in breed ring. 2020 he co-won the Pony Driving again I went on the search for a dependable driving pony, and also the Open my ad read something like this. “Looking for a well- Driving against all trained driving pony must have ring experience and breeds. preferably points in driving. Must be calm as I have a bad arm that goes numb so I need one that won’t We also have the Tattle-Tail Scent dogs (These are bolt”. It wasn’t long and I received a message from people with T1 Diabetes and their service dogs) visit Georgetta Miears out of Tuttle Oklahoma, she said quite regularly and love to visit and play with Flyer. I have the perfect pony for you. His name is Radio Friends also will visit with their ponies and we drive Flyer, he has an HOF in Country Pleasure Driving, all over the property on a path that my husband Ron and he’s close to his HOF in Pleasure Driving. He also Erickson built around the ponds and gully’s and just has points in Halter, jumping, Liberty and Versatility. have a fun filled day of driving. He’s a real good boy. Radio Flyer he’s my beautiful boy, my companion, my friend and my buddy. He insists that his nose be Hearing the TRUST in her voice, I knew I had found the perfect pony for me and made plans to get him to touched every morning and night at feeding. I love you Utah. Flyer arrived on a cold February day in 2015, boy and thank you Georgetta for trusting me with this I was so excited to harness and drive him. What a beautiful soul. wonderful boy he is and everything I had dreamed of. The Journal • May thru July 2021 11



Companion Excellence Program by Hal & Deb Bryant It’s not always easy—but it’s always fun. We managed to get in a few events we usually participate in before friends in the St. Louis Carriage Society, celebrating the Covid Pandemic cancelled so many. and remembering the first families of St. Louis society. Local parades included time with our wonderful Just for a laugh and a giggle, we took our Go-Pro Grand kids. Of course, all they have to say is, along and filmed a “Buggy Ride” from our house to “Grandpa, could we—” and the fun begins. Our Show town. We pointed out all the local attractions a small Wagon turned into the Jolly Roger Ship with them as town has to offer, drove right down main steet and Tinkler Bell and Peter Pan, our hay wagon became a then posted it on Face Book for our “horsey” friends to circus tent for “The Greatest Showman” with Faith as enjoy. the High Wire act, Isaiah as the Ringmaster and Hal The same horses you see in the Show Ring, you see as a Clown, and all of us counting our blessings with a in these photos. They make us very proud, handling Thanksgiving float. the noise, crowds, bands and costumes at a parade just The Kentucky Derby Pegasus Parade is always as well as they handle the long days and stress of the an honor to be invited to with all its tradition and Show Ring. celebration. This year our numerous visits to Nursing We hope this year will bring even more events and Homes and Assisted Living Facilities became drive- memories and invite everyone to come join the fun— by parades. And, with social distancing, we attended outside the Show Ring! the Annual Belle Fountaine Cemetery Drive with our The Journal • May thru July 2021 13

Committee Updates Carriage Committee Submitted by Karen Shaw, Committee Chair Hello Carriage Drivers: November brought us cooler weather and got everyone thinking of Thanksgiving and fall picnics. Did I say picnic? Contest continued…July was rather quiet in the carriage Sure did—that was the theme for our November Carriage driving world. Not many contests were being held both Contest. A Carriage Picnic class. We had around 20 in our breed ring and outside at carriage driving venues entries and our guest judge was Ms. Sherri Lower of across the US, but here came August. The ASPC/ASPR Hats Off Boutique. Her comments: “Oh what beautiful Shetland Congress was cancelled but there was a show held picnic settings everyone did. Was hard to pick just one!” called the American Shetland Pony Celebration under the Champion went to Ms. Chery McLaughlin Richards management of Mr. Duane Stutzman. The show did offer and Ms. Sharon Bulla with their carriage picnic setup at carriage driving classes and the lucky over-all High Point the arbor. They won a beautiful piece of crystal. Reserve Carriage Driver award went to Ms. Hannah Borst. She Champion went to Ms. Bronagh Floyd with her picnic setup won a beautiful crystal vase for her accomplishments in the using an antique quilt, picnic basket, carriage, and open show ring. parasol with lots of yummy food too. She won a silver Paul September brought another fun contest, the Carriage Revere Bowl. Honorable Mention went to Ms. Patti Wolf Pet class, (not just for Carriage Dogs)…play off of the with her fun Halloween Picnic class picture, and she won a traditional Carriage Dog class. This contest was to allow crystal and sterling candy dish. the drivers to use their carriages and have their pictures November also brought us a very special feature driver, made with their pet, could be any type pet that they one of our youth carriage drivers, Ms. Sierra Timmerman wanted to use. The contest had 21 entries. Our guest judge from Area VI, Lincoln, Nebraska. Sierra was twelve years was Ms. Kathleen Haak of the Carriage Association of old last year when she was chosen as driver of the month. America. Here were her comments: “Oh what fun and Sierra has been showing since the age of three, and loves enjoyed seeing the different pets that were so well mannered her 30\" gelding, Watch Me Strut. Sierra has been mentored in the carts and carriages. I had a hard time picking a winner by Ms. Kim McGinnis Janousek and loves carriage driving. ’cause they all were winners!” Champion went to Ms. Kim She works hard at practicing every day that she can, and McGinnis Janousek with her Welsh Corgi, Reno. Kim enjoys competing in the carriage classes and a show near won a beautiful crystal and sterling pedestal trifle bowl, her. Thank You Sierra for your support and showing our Reserve Champion went to Ms. Angela Bonewitz with her ASPC/AMHR Youth that they too can come drive with us. Border Collie, Mazie. Angela was awarded a silver Paul Revere Bowl. There was a tie for Honorable Mention, December was knocking on the door, carriage drivers were Ms. Rachel Peterson with her Havanse dog, Cricket, and winding down for the year, and the Carriage Committee Ms. Suzette Hutchins with her Min Pin dog, Vincent. This wanted to say Thank You to all of our Facebook followers, was Vincent’s very first time to be a carriage dog and ASPC/AMHR carriage drivers, and youth drivers for Suzette was so proud of him. Each winner received a sterling participating in our many contest during 2020, and for and crystal candy bowl. allowing us to continue with our many educational tidbits and discussions. So we offered one final contest, and it October is always a fun month with Halloween looming was for a beautiful black and white carriage hat that was just around the corner, so our next fun carriage contest was donated to the Committee. We had 68 name entries that a Halloween theme. This let the drivers be kids again and went in for the drawing. Our lucky winner of the hat let their imaginations run wild. We had 23 entries and our was Ms. Kimberly Bratton from Belle Haven, Virginia. guest judge was Mr. Michael Greathouse. Mike said he Congrats Kimberly! enjoyed getting to judge this bunch of creative drivers…. Champion went to Ms. Cheryl McLaughlin Richards, and Christmas was rather quiet with so many families not being her Cinderella and her Coachman, won a beautiful piece of able to gather together as was New Year’s…but wait—a crystal. Reserve Champion went to Ms. Renee Zimmerman new show season was just around the corner! Jackwood with her Grand Piano, and she received a silver Till Next Time…Happy Driving Paul Revere Bowl, Honorable Mention went to Ms. Martha Duchnowski with Wednesday and Cousin It. She received a crystal and silver candy dish. We also had a Super Honorable Mention who had several creative entries and that went to Ms. Sharon Bulla. 14 The Journal • May thru July 2021

Stewards Committee Submitted by Kim Seipp, Committee Chair The 2021 Stewards Committee has been very busy these We will be continuing the Measurement study into 2021 past few months. and 2022. All horses that will be showing in the AMHR division that are measured at a show will be measured at We have submitted several proposals for consideration at the two locations. The last hair of the mane and the top of the 2021 Convention: We are looking to define our Committee withers. Please be patient and allow this process to flow. It and BOG and our role in educating the Stewards. As well is giving us valuable information and will help resolve many as proposals that we hope will help with implementation of of the measurement issues we have with our miniatures. rules and protocols. To date, we have issued two clarifications to our Stewards Due to COVID and not being able to have Stewards and one Directive from the Board of Directors, with Clinics in 2020, we requested, and were granted, a one- another clarification coming out most likely before this time requirement for all licensed Stewards to attend a clinic shows up in the Journal. in 2021 to cover many issues. With the ability to hold some of these clinics virtually, we were able to disseminate the There are several areas that the Committee is looking at large number of rule changes that are going into effect enhancing our rulebook. There is a small group working in 2021, and bring everyone up to date on the ongoing on rewriting and clarifying our Drug Rules with the goal of Measurement Study. making them clearer and more enforceable. Thirty-five of our forty-six licensed Stewards have been to Mike and I have a goal of keeping the Stewards abreast of the virtual clinics held in March. The initial feedback on any issues, clarifications, and directives that come down the clinic has been very positive. The ZOOM format made from the Board of Directors. We hope this will empower all the process fairly easy and cost-effective. Having the ability Stewards to be the best Steward they can be and help keep to meet with everyone prior to show season has been huge. all our shows running smoothly and efficiently. And, Mike and I are hoping to be able to continue keeping We are looking forward to participating in many, many our Stewards up to date on all information and rule changes shows this year and hope everyone has a great year in each year using this and other formats. whatever their endeavors with their small equine are. Amateur Committee Submitted by Mark Cronin, Committee Chair Greetings all. What a year 2020 turned out to be, so many normal routines. Remember everyone is entitled to their plans and aspirations vanished before our eyes. Much of opinion and practices they might feel necessary for their this has carried over to this year and folks are struggling to safety and precautions. restart their routines. It will be important to have patience Good luck to all and have FUN!! within all areas as shows have begun again. Everyone will need to get themselves adjusted to the show atmosphere. The Amateur committee has begun the process of pre- Registry Queen paring for a complete slate of shows. Remember to sign Hi everyone! It’s Allie Payne, your 2020–2021 Registry up for the high point awards and be looking forward to Queen checking in after a challenging year for all. I was Congress and Nationals as the major events of 2021. It is asked and am honored to serve as the Registry Queen certain that there will be some changes to the previous for a second year due to the majority of shows and events sponsored Ammy events due to lingering effects of Covid. being canceled in 2020. Even though there weren’t many However, there are some fun additions being discussed that shows, it was great to see familiar faces at the ones that we should be entertaining for all. We are looking forward to did have! The start of every show season brings with it an a very exciting year, with an exceptional group of animals anticipation and excitement, but I think we probably all feel that will be presented by the Amateurs. that more than ever this year… I know I do! I want to wish each of you the best of luck this year. Stay safe, have fun, We will all need to work together to make this year a and make great memories with your small equine and your success for exhibitors, show staff, judges and family horse show family after an unprecedented year! members. Be kind and work together to resume our The Journal • May thru July 2021 15

2021 Board of Director Candidates ASPC/AMHR as well informed, edu- nate enough to own and exhibit Shet- cated, and knowledgeable adults. land, Welsh and Hackney ponies for I feel that the Board has made great over 50 years. I am also an “R” senior improvements in the past few years. I judge for the Shetland organization would like to continue to be a part of and have been given the opportunity this growth. There must be account- to judge the AMHR Nationals, the ability to the members for our finan- Shetland Congress, shows through- cial status as well as our actions as a out the world in such places as New board. We as directors, can’t make de- Zealand and Belgium, as well as many cisions based on our personal feelings. local shows. I have served previously We must consider first our area and as a board member and am a past Donna Phillips, Area III then the entire organization to arrive president of the Shetland Club. All of Thank you to the members of Area at the best vote for the whole. these experiences not only qualify me to serve as a director but also give me III for allowing me to serve as your I believe that communication is essen- a unique insight into the rules of the open seat representative. It has been tial to the success and growth of any organization and into the different an amazing learning experience. I organization. I will always be acces- points of view of its membership. am again running for this position sible to all members, not just my area and would greatly appreciate your members, by phone, email or text and As a director, I plan on using my vote. When I was first elected to this of course in person, if I’m re-elected. experience and leadership skills to position, I will admit that I really had I ask for your vote and support in my work with Rob Crater and the other no idea what I was getting in to. Espe- attempt to be re-elected as your Area board members to accomplish cer- cially looking back now I realize how III open seat representative. I will tain goals. I think it is crucial that little I really knew about how the orga- be straightforward and honest in my we promote the youth and amateurs. nization worked. I feel like I’ve come a representation of Area III. I will strive They are the future and the backbone long way and learned a whole lot. to serve all members of ASPC/AMHR of this organization, so programs need to continue to be initiated to incentiv- I would like to introduce myself a little equally with honesty and integrity if ize and encourage the growth in this bit. I live in Harrodsburg, KY with I’m re-elected. area. We need to listen to the concerns my husband of 32 years. We have one Cell phone and text number: and voices of these people because the son, Billy II, who is married to Callie. 859-265-1196 membership is the club. I think it is They have blessed us with two beauti- Email: [email protected] important to have a balanced budget. ful granddaughters, Briley and Baylin. [email protected] As president, I accomplished this goal, I’ve had horses/ponies the biggest and I know with the new leadership part of my life, starting at the age of Thank You, in place, this is an attainable goal. two. Since becoming interested in the Donna Phillips The prosperity and continued growth miniatures we have gone from our first of the Shetland Pony Club should be 29.5\" mini (yes Ellie Wheeler it is all of prime importance to everyone in your fault) to the bigger AMHR horses leadership roles. and are now branching out into the Shetland ponies. Our primary focus is I have missed serving on the board on our driving minis and ponies. the last couple of years and I want to give back to the industry. I believe my I have actively supported ASPC/ experience serves me well in this task, AMHR since becoming a member and I appreciate your support. Thank when we bought our first two minis You! at the Bluegrass Sale in 2005. I have actively shown as an amateur and in the open classes in both ASPC and AMHR since that time. My son was Patrick Sanders, Area IV also very active as a youth member. Hello, my name is Patrick Sanders, I will always support our Youth and and I am running for Area IV Di- Amateurs to my fullest, because with- rector. As a longtime member of the out them we are NOTHING!!! We American Shetland Pony Club, I find need to make sure the programs are it is important to give back and serve in place and successful for our youth an organization that promotes a breed so they continue as members and one that has done so many things for my day will step into leadership roles of family and friends. I have been fortu- 16 The Journal • May thru July 2021





2021 Board of Director Candidates active breeder with over 20 foals every year, Minis and Shetlands. I know first hand the needs of breeders. My intent to re-run for director is to continue to bring to ASPC/AMHR an open mind to the facets of our regis- try. As your director I will continue to represent the members’ opinions, bring forth concerns for the future of the registry, and to equally represent Belinda Bagby, Area V Shetland Pony and Miniature Horse Karen Shaw, Area V Dear ASPC/AMHR Area V Members, owners. Being involved in both breeds Greetings ASPC/AMHR Area V breeding and showing, I feel I am First, I would like to say thank you for in touch with the needs, concerns, Members: allowing me the opportunity to serve and wishes of all members. My goal My name is Karen Shaw and I am as your Area V director for the last is to encourage continued growth of running for the ASPC/AMHR Direc- three years! ASPC/AMHR and encourage the tor Open Seat for Area V. I have been I have been an active member of promotion of the Shetlands, Minia- a member of the ASPC/AMHR since ASPC/AMHR since 1987 and very tures, Moderns, and ASPRs. May 1996 and became involved with active with ASPC/AMHR long before We must continue to encourage the registry when our daughter Kelli that. I was responsible for bringing the ASPC/AMHR to recognize the was given a registered AMHR “B” AMHR National Show held in Little importance of recognition programs Miniature mare as a gift. With that Rock, AR in 1990 and 1991 to Area for amateurs and youth. Plus the many gift we as a family embarked on a new V. We took the entries from a 50 horse members who do not show and breed, adventure. My background came from National show to well over 200 horses. but promote ASPC/AMHR in other the big horse world. When I was in Having attended the ASPC/AMHR ways, such as educating and show- high school I was on the first all-wom- conventions every year since 1999, I casing our wonderful little equine in en’s drill team on horseback called the have been an active member owning, parades, nursing homes, schools, and Texas Ranger Belles. We performed all showing, and breeding Miniature community events. As these members over Texas and Oklahoma at rodeos, Horses and Shetland Ponies. I am cur- also generate public awareness of our doing our drill, setting the pivots at ro- rently serving as the Area V Director ponies and minis. deos, did numerous parades during the in the Open seat. Also, I am an I do make it a point to be available to year including the Fort Worth Stock ASPC/AMHR approved judge. I have any person that has questions, con- show parade. We even performed our judged local ASPC/AMHR shows cerns, or ideas that they feel are of drill during the 1976 Stock Show. My across the United States and several importance to them and the Associ- husband Jim came from a ranching National Area Shows, I have had the ation. I will continue to be a director background so horses were work ani- pleasure of judging the New Zealand that keeps the members informed of mals in his family. Our family—I have Miniature Horse National Show and current issues, future planning, and been married for forty-three wonderful was also one of the judges for the first promotions of ASPC/AMHR. My years to my husband Jim. Our oldest, European National AMHR Sanc- goal as director is to be YOUR direc- a son Jason Shaw did show briefly with tioned show along with the Classic tor representing YOU, the members of us in the beginning but as a young Shetlands…I am actively involved in Area V. man he told me his horses were under showing, training, and breeding both the hood, you see he drove a 1965 Ford Shetlands and Miniatures with many Thank you for your time in this request, Mustang. Our daughter Kelli has been National and Congress Champions. I Belinda Bagby – Member 202114 our right hand in all aspects of our am at shows every weekend, so I know 6630 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR. family farm and helps make decisions first hand what we as exhibitors are 501-525-2736 regarding Fiddlestix ponies. Both of needing. On the other side, I am an our children are married and their spouses also help in our program when needed. In my professional life I have been a licensed Property and Casualty Independent Insurance Agent since 1985 and still work part-time selling insurance. Continues on next page The Journal • May thru July 2021 19

2021 Board of Director Candidates Karen Shaw, Area V working with the youth scholarships. also drove in the Carriage Division. I Continued from previous page In 1998 Kelli represented the AMHR am proud to say the Carriage Com- Our humble beginnings started us out as Queen at the AMHR National mittee has worked hard at getting in the AMHR breed ring. We came up Show. Then in 2000 Kelli was asked educational material out to drivers and with our farm name of Fiddlestix Pony to submit her 2001 application for the judges and talking with stewards. We Farm because Kelli also played the registry wide (representing all divi- currently have three Facebook pages, fiddle. We showed Miniatures up ’till sions) queen competition. She was the the ASPC/AMHR/ASPR Carriage 1999 when I bought my first Shetland, first queen to represent the registry Diving, the Small Pony-VSE Members P.P.S. OOOOHZ N AHHZ from twice. 2001 was a whirlwind year for of the ASPC/AMHR, and the All Larry Parnell. In 2002 I purchased Kelli and she traveled all over the US Things Carriage Buy-Sell-Trade-Give our first Shetland herd sire, Pan’s Sil- representing our registry at various away page. ver Image, and a pretty little Shetland venues, including the Ohio World Fair, As a member of the ASPC/AMHR Michigan mare, Michigan’s Rock ET, handing out ribbons to several breeds. I have been an active member in our and two more Michigan mares and a In 2002, then-President Larry Par- registry and have attended every half Rock E mare. With those as our nell called me and asked if I would convention since 1998 (with the excep- breeding stock we raised Classics and put together an amateur committee tion of 2020 due to the Covid virus), Foundation ponies that went on and and work on presenting an amateur I have tried to attend as many of the earned many HOF, All Stars, pro- program at the 2003 spring board spring board meetings that I could duced a 2x Pony of the Year, a Double meeting. He paired me up with Ms. and have sat in on many of the board Superior Sire and the registry’s first 5x Natalie Roberts, and we both worked meetings while at convention. I want Superior Dam in Michigan’s Rock ET. hard during the winter months putting to be an informed member and want Early 1996 we joined the ASPC/ together the amateur section of the to be a board member that can bring AMHR Club of North Texas. The rule book and getting a committee fresh ideas and problem solving to our very first show we attended with the of amateurs who competed in the registry and to the members of Area AMHR mare by the name of Qui- amateur division. I served as amateur V. I hope to continue to bring the in- etta’s Snappy Dresser was the 1996 chair ’till after convention 2016. The tegrity of the registry up to date in the Halloween Spooktacular Show. We amateur program had grown tremen- technology world and continue to do had a blast attending the show, getting dously during that time and am proud my part in breed promotion, and want to meet lots of Miniature owners and of the accomplishments that had been you as a member to feel free to contact learning how to show. We met a won- made. It still shows that today. me with your thoughts and concerns. derful lady by the name of Sharron In 2011 I was asked to be on the first I will do my best to be available when Hinkle who took interest in us as a ADS Committee by then-chair Diane possible by phone or email. family and Kelli as a student. She Zmolek. My part of the ADS Com- Thank you for allowing me the oppor- taught Kelli how to fit, clip, and show mittee was working on our Amateur tunity to talk a bit about myself, my our horses for the show ring. Sharron program that was outside of the show family, and my involvement with the became a lifelong friend and mentor. ring. As part of the Amateur Program American Shetland Pony Registry. I We as a family have been members of we had the Amateur Companion appreciate your support and vote in the club of North Texas for 25 years. Program, which included carriage the upcoming election. My email is: I have been handling the club shows driving and recognizing our mem- [email protected] or you can con- since 1999 and am the current club bers who performed in that arena. tact me via Facebook Messenger. president. Rules were slowly put together and In 1998 Kelli was selected to represent updating the carriage rules that had the AMHR National Show as the been in our rule book pre 2000. At AMHR National Queen for the reg- the convention of 2017 there was istry. That November Kelli and I flew much debate on the ADS program to our first ASPC/AMHR Convention and most of the members wanted to in Seattle, Washington. This is where see a name change in the division. So I learned a lot about our breed, the at the request of the membership, the workings of our registry and becoming ADS name was changed back to the involved. I was asked to serve on the Carriage Division. In February 2018 ASPC/AMHR Youth Committee and I received a phone call from President did so for four years. My part of the Stephen Henderson asking if I would Youth Committee was to help put the take over the Carriage Committee. youth teams together and handling I accepted the position and selected of the awards for the youth including eight members of the committee who 20 The Journal • May thru July 2021

2021 Board of Director Candidates As your director, I will vote on the side to spend the organizations finances wisely, being responsible and account- able for our costs and expenditures. I will openly listen without bias to your concerns, and be a voice during meet- ings bringing issues to the attention of the Board. We as members have the voice to fight Alan Dial, Area VIII for the organization that we want. It I would like to express my intent to should be a place where we are able continue as an ASPC/AMHR board Eric Tani, Area VII to show and promote these amazing of director for Area VIII. We are upon another election to de- equines that we all love, in a fair and In the time I have been on the BOD cide who will represent you and your safe environment. I feel as if many things have been im- area for the ASPC. Together as a team, our members and proved for the club as whole. I feel as I am running on the same platform the Board of Directors can work to if the BOD have been more united in from the beginning, fairness and have the ASPC be everything that we dealing with and making some tough equality for every member of area VII want it to be. decisions. This past year has brought and the entire ASPC. I wish you all the best in 2021 and the many challenges and I personally feel The past year has been difficult for years to come, and hope to serve you that I represented my area members everyone, we have all dealt with a well in the coming years. with my opinions and voting on differ- lot. Some of us suffered losses to our Thank you for your support. ent decisions. families, our jobs, and our way of life. I would like to look toward the future I am not telling you I understand what with optimism. I would like to con- you have dealt with but I am letting tinue to reach out to my area members you know that I will do my best to do and get their feedback on the direction what is right. they would like this industry to go in. Thank you, Alan



Hoof Wall Separation Disorder Miniature Horse owners and breeders: do you have a horse The first 15 samples which are submitted from potentially- with brittle hooves that break and crack easily? affected horses (along with pedigree and print-quality photos of the hooves) will receive HWSD genetic testing Generatio GmbH—Center for Animal Genetics has at no charge. All horse data and pedigrees will be kept recently confirmed the mutation for Hoof Wall Separation confidential. Photos of the hooves may be used in a future Disorder (HWSD) in the American Miniature Horse breed, scientific publication. and we are recruiting samples from other potentially- affected Miniature Horses. (Below you will see pictures If you think your Miniature Horse may be affected, of the hooves of an HWSD-affected Connemara pony for please email information and pictures to info@ comparison.) centerforanimalgenetics.de. Ouch! Foot-Sore Horses By Kentucky Equine Research Staff an immune response to the bacteria, resulting in the formation of pus. Because the pus cannot escape, pressure Most horse owners have heard the phrase “tender-footed,” from this fluid-filled space causes pain and results in meaning foot soreness, and the same number have probably lameness. With foot soreness, there is no bacterial com- dealt with the problem in one way or another, but what ponent,” Petroski-Rose explained. causes the problem and what can you do to avoid it? The causes of soreness can be divided into three broad “Foot soreness is characterized by sensitivity when pressure categories: environmental, farriery, and genetics. is applied to the foot,” said Laura Petroski-Rose, B.V.M.S., a veterinarian with Kentucky Equine Research. “Horses Environment. Weather-related changes, especially periods with foot soreness can appear more painful when walking of rain followed by periods of drought or vice versa, fre- on hard surfaces, like asphalt or packed clay, than when quently bring about foot problems in horses. Wet-dry cycles walking on more forgiving terrain, such as grass or arena not only affect the texture of the ground but can also make footing. hooves too brittle or soft and easily damaged. Owners should try to keep feet as dry and clean as possible during Foot soreness differs from an abscess, which is a compro- these weather changes. mise in the hoof structure due to bacterial infiltration. Continues on next page “With an abscess, as with any infection, the body builds The Journal • May thru July 2021 23



Ouch! Foot-Sore Horses Continued from previous page Additionally, insect populations swell in warm weather, Long-term solutions revolve around preventing the becoming bothersome to horses. Continuous stomping onset of foot soreness, namely regular, meticulous hoof to shoo away insects can be traumatic to hooves and can care. Owners should find a farrier they have respect for cause internal damage, not to mention increased wear and and rapport with and who works in combination with a incidence of hoof cracks. veterinarian to produce a well-balanced foot. Routine farrier visits are important to catch any abnormalities Uneven ground and changing work surfaces are also risk or potential problems before damage or trauma occurs. factors for injury to hooves and other structures. Lastly, Many horses handle a typical five- to six-week shoeing or continuous concussive forces from jumping or other types trimming interval well, but others might need fewer weeks of exercise can lead to trauma-induced injuries. between appointments. Horses should not be foot sore after Farriery. Improper trimming and shoeing can be the a routine trim. source of foot pain. Shoes are used to compensate for “Any new horse should be fully vetted, i.e., undergo a pre- conformational issues, to protect the hoof from wear and purchase examination with radiographs, which will provide tear, and to enhance soundness and performance, but only the horse’s health-care team with a baseline for comparison experienced, conscientious farriers should be employed. as ownership changes and consequent radiographs are Farriers should identify a propensity for thin soles so that taken throughout its life,” said Petroski-Rose. “This kind pads can be used to provide sole support and protection of historical data can be important if a lameness crops up from environmental factors or trauma. in the future.” “While poor farrier work could contribute to lameness, Finally, nutrition is important. Horses should consume a lack of appropriate hoof care is also a cause of lameness,” well-balanced diet, which focuses not only on energy but noted Petroski-Rose. Conformational issues, such as an also fulfills the daily requirements for protein, vitamins, unbalanced hoof, may develop from lack of proper or and minerals. For many horses with poor-quality hooves, timely trimming and might lead to unsoundness. A long biotin supplementation provides the nutritional support toe can result in a low heel, which predisposes that heel and necessary to support hoof growth, including the develop- toe, and other soft tissue structures, to damage, she said. ment of a strong hoof wall. Genetics. Some horses are naturally born with poor Research focusing on biotin supplementation has revealed conformation and may be predisposed to developing that 20 mg of biotin daily produces optimal results for certain issues like soft or thin soles. Horses with flat feet horses that respond to it. Giving more than 20 mg per day tend to damage their soles more readily as the soles have has yielded no additional benefits. Bio-Bloom PS (Bio- more contact with ground surface. Horses with long Bloom in Australia) provides 20 mg of biotin per day as pasterns tend to develop long toes and low heels, which well as several other nutrients required for optimal health can make a farrier’s job to correct that problem all the of hooves and hair, including methionine, zinc, and iodine. more difficult. Are you unsure if you’re giving your horse a hoof-friendly Finding relief for a sore-footed horse may require short- diet? Ask a nutrition expert at Kentucky Equine Research and long-term management changes. today! Short-term assistance might include appropriate shoeing for terrain or conformation challenges and stalling when the weather is too hot or too wet or when the insect population seems to be especially irksome. Some horses are more tolerant of insects than others, so strategies to minimize exposure (face masks, fly sheets, fans, repellant, etc.) may be different for each horse. The Journal • May thru July 2021 25



Important Registration Guidelines Important Registration Guidelines When Submitting Photos: When submitting registration work, you must include the If you choose to use photographs on your registration original certificate, not a photocopy. The only exception work, please make sure they meet the following criteria: is if you have lost the certificate and are requesting a Photos should be no smaller than 3\" x 5\" and no larger duplicate. than 4\" x 6\". Please write the horse's name on the back When submitting an AMHR certificate for permanent of the photo . status, you must include the height of the horse measured The animal may have a halter on and should be groomed/ from the last hair on the mane. Please do not send work clean so that the color and markings show correctly. in for permanent status until the horse has reached its actual sixth birthday. For example: If an animal was born Left AND Right Side: full standing profile from ears to July 7, 2015, we cannot update to permanent status until hooves and nose to tail—if the ears, muzzle, tail or hooves July 7, 2021 . cannot be seen in the photo, the photo is unacceptable and will not be used. In either the left or right-side photo, the When submitting a certificate for transfer, please animal’s head should be turned toward the photographer make sure that the seller has signed and dated the to show the full face and the forelock should be off to one application and the buyer’s information has been side so any facial markings can be observed. completed. Front View: Animal should be facing photographer squarely; full front view must include front legs; forelock should be off to one side . Rear View: Photographer should be squarely behind the animal; full rear view must include rear legs. Tail should be straight down. If the tail is hiding markings, it may be pulled off to one side . Once the animal has received a certificate with photos, new photos may be sent with future registry work, however, they are not required unless there are color or marking changes or the owner desires a photo update. When you are submitting additional paperwork for something pending at the home office, please make sure to include a note that your work is already there and what you are submitting is needed to complete the work already at the office. This will make things much easier for our registrars and get your work back to you more quickly. Correct side view “Name of Horse” (on back of photo) Unacceptable front view Correct front view Please write the name of the horse on the back of each photo. The Journal • May thru July 2021 27



Obituary Marjorie Mae Vliet August 27, 1923–December 13, 2020 Marjorie Osterman Vliet was and later manx cats. After the pony farm, she began born in Lodi, California on raising championship purebred Arabians, Pony of the August 27, 1923. She grew up Americas, miniature mules and then transitioned into on the family ranch in Calaveras raising champion miniature horses for 30 years. Her County with her parents, Henry beloved stallion, Deerhaven Dazzler twice won the and Myra Osterman and her sister, Dorothy Osterman National Championship Stallion class held at the Amer- Mehrten. ican Miniature Horse Association annual show. She was a founding member of the Valley Sierra Miniature Horse As a third generation California native, she was descended Club and served as President for many years. from pioneers who gold mined in the Calaveras area and also some that came by covered wagon to settle and She truly lived nine lives after surviving multiple injuries ranch in Clements. She early on displayed the pioneering from animal and farm related incidents. She was tough as spirit becoming what her family fondly referred to as nails but she was happiest and most relaxed surrounded the “original cowgirl”. Growing up she nurtured all by her animals, family and friends. Raising a plethora of sick animals back to health and became an excellent different kinds of animals and showing them at county fairs horsewoman in showmanship, training and even served and horse shows was the love of her life. as her own farrier. Marjorie will be missed not only by her surviving family, She graduated from Calaveras High School in 1941 and but also by the many friends she made during her lifetime. married a fellow student, Clinton Knighton, and started She is survived by her son, Dr. Loren Knighton of Glencoe, a family. During these years she continued to raise and CA; daughter, Carolyn Carroll of Sequim, Washington; show Quarter horses and became a charter member of daughter, Linda Newland of Port Hadlock, Washington; the Clements Buckaroos and led many parades as flag granddaughters, Clarice Sanderson of Avery, CA, Nicole bearer mounted on one of her cherished horses. After a Chaisson of The Dalles, Oregon; grandson, Aaron Seibel, divorce, she later married Carl Vliet in 1954 and they of Pioneer, CA; great grandchildren, Honore, Alaric and bred the largest herd of Shetland ponies in San Joaquin Soren Chaisson and Gitaine Reis of Stockton; niece, Joan County at that time. She also began raising dachshunds Van of Palo Alto; and many cousins. The Journal • May thru July 2021 29

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Youth Journal Writing Contest JU DGE S C L I N I C November 7, 2021 The Journal is accepting essays for a special writing contest. 8AM The rules are: • Essay by a youth. STEWARDS CLINIC • Youth must be a Junior Member of ASPC. November 6, 2021 Include member #. 2PM • Essay to be no more than 350 words. • Essay must be typed. Call 636-946-5544 • The topic should be: “Why My Shetland Pony or Embassy Suites - St. Charles, MO Miniature Horse is special.” 2 Convention Center Blvd (Animal should be registered with ASPC/AMHR.) St. Charles, MO 63303 • Include name and registration number. • One photo of the youth with his/her pony/horse. Register in advance! Two winners will be selected, one featuring a Minia- ture and one featuring a pony. Winning entries will be printed in the Journal and on the website. Visit www.shetlandminiature.com Winners will receive $100.00 gift card for Registration Forms & updates or call 309-263-4044 All essays must be post-marked by June 30, 2021 and sent to the National Office.







Rule Change Proposals Process and the Importance of Attending Annual Convention If the Rule Change Proposal passes, the rule goes into effect Jan 1st of the following next year— approximately 13 months later. (i.e., Rule Change passes at 2021 Board of Directors meeting in November, will go into effect on January 1st of 2023). The Journal • May thru July 2021 45

Board of Directors AREA I AREA V Joel Rosenstern—Shetland Seat, expires 2023 Belinda Bagby—Open Seat, expires 2021 724-777-2406 501-276-2736 245 Larimer Trail, Apollo, PA 15613 6630 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, AR 71913 [email protected] [email protected] William Eperthener—Open Seat, expires 2022 Glen Russell—Shetland Seat, expires 2023 717-528-8936 903-473-4584 208 Latimore Creek Road, PO Box 176, Emory, TX 75440 York Springs, PA 17372-9753 [email protected] OFFICIAL PAGES OF THE ASPC/AMHR [email protected] AREA VI AREA II Tracey Slagle—Open Seat, expires 2023 John Rimmer Jr.—Shetland Seat, expires 2023 308-624-0212 937-548-7561 2793 16th Road, Central City, NE 68826-8051 3697 Hi Wind Road, Greenville, OH 45331 [email protected] [email protected] Phyllis Hopwood—Shetland Seat, expires 2022 Mike Mounts—Open Seat, expires 2022 308-940-2447 614-706-8707 2764 11th Road, Palmer, NE 68864-2227 3116 Kropp Road, Grove City, OH 43123 [email protected] [email protected] AREA VII AREA III Jim Curry—Shetland Seat, expires 2022 Stephen Henderson (Past President) 209-310-5457 Shetland Seat, expires 2023 PO Box 435, Acampo, CA 95220 859-625-8887 [email protected] 150 Virginia Drive, Richmond, KY 40475 S. Eric Tani—Open Seat, expires 2021 [email protected] 310-704-3833 Donna Phillips—Open Seat, expires 2021 18825 Roberts Road, Riverside, CA 92508 859-265-1196 [email protected] 2953 Mackville Road, Harrodsburg, KY 40330 [email protected] AREA VIII Rob Crater, Jr. (President) AREA IV Shetland Seat, expires 2023 Jason Prince—Shetland Seat, expires 2021 253-929-9772 815-258-4745 1425 Lincoln Avenue NE, Renton, WA 98056 1850 E. 1780 N. Road, Watseka, IL 60970 [email protected] [email protected] Alan Dial (2nd Vice President) Sherri Jolliff (1st Vice President) Open Seat, expires 2021 Open Seat, expires 2022 208-569-7856 417-274-7518 121 E. Base Line, Shelley, ID 83274 12030 SR JJ, West Plains, MO 65775 [email protected] [email protected] Our Areas Area I— Lower Eastern Ontario, Quebec, Area III— Alabama, Florida, Mississippi, Area VII—Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Georgia, Kentucky, North Hawaii, Nevada Maryland, Massachusetts, New Carolina, South Carolina, Area VIII—British Columbia, Hampshire, New Jersey, New Tennessee Alberta, Saskatchewan, York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Area IV— I llinois, Missouri, Wisconsin Oregon, Washington, Utah, Island, Vermont, Virginia, Idaho, Montana, Alaska Washington D.C., West Virginia Area V— Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas Area II— Central Ontario, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio Area VI— Manitoba, Northern & Western Ontario, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming 46 The Journal • May thru July 2021

Committee Chairs Amateur – Mark Cronin – (507) 215-1350 Modern/Modern Pleasure Pony [email protected] Mike Heron – (515) 491-8597 [email protected] AMHR – Donna Phillips – (859) 265-1196 [email protected] Mike Rosauer – (901) 832-1370 [email protected] ASPR – Glen Russell – (903) 473-4584 [email protected] National Area Shows – Donna Phillips Jason Bluer – (903) 235-4902 (859) 265-1196 [email protected] [email protected] NSPPR – Shari Seddon-Harders – (641) 872-3691 [email protected] Carriage - Karen Shaw – (817) 426-0262 [email protected] Royalty – Brenda Prince – (815) 343-5548 [email protected] Classic/Foundation – Joel Rosenstern (724) 777-2406 - [email protected] Rules – Kelly Lynch – (605) 212-8915 [email protected] Committee for Committees – Sherri Jolliff (417) 274-7518 – [email protected] Alan Dial – (208) 604-0649 [email protected] COOL – Greg Palas – (515) 450-9434 [email protected] Stewards – Kim Seipp – (303) 907-2701 [email protected] Creativity – Merry Wicke – (815) 573-8007 Mike Mounts – (614) 679-4169 [email protected] [email protected] Gelding Promotion – TBD Trainers – Belinda Bagby – (501) 276-2736 International – Lorraine Bailer [email protected] (780) 352-7917 – [email protected] USEF – Sandy Croote – (518) 875-624 OFFICIAL PAGES OF THE ASPC/AMHR Judges – Amber Kildow – (765) 686-2255 [email protected] [email protected] Youth – Aimee Holliday – (951) 218-5185 Pat Sanders – (815) 474-9513 [email protected] [email protected] Joanie Tamboe (813) 215-1599 [email protected] 2021 National Area Shows National Area I Show — July 9–11 — Horsehead, NY National Area II Show — May 28–30 — Centerville, MI National Area III Show — June 11–13 — Ocala, FL National Area IV Show — June 18–20 — Gifford, IL National Area V Show — June 11–13, Glen Rose, TX National Area VI Show — May 21–23 — Cedar Rapids, IA National Area VII Show — April 16–18 — Rancho Murieta, CA National Area VIII Show — June 18–20 — Spanaway, WA The Journal • May thru July 2021 47

Accounts Receivable Policy Effective April 1, 2019 • All work orders must be aAccompanied by payment in the form of check, money order, Paypal or credit card. For your convenience, a credit card number may be put on file. If no payment is enclosed and no credit card authorization is on file, a $20.00 fee will be assessed and full payment, including the fee, must be received prior to the work being processed. • In the event that a check is returned to the office as “non-sufficient funds”, a fee of $35.00 will OFFICIAL PAGES OF THE ASPC/AMHR be assessed and no further business will be conducted until restitution is made. This applies to all transactions including but is not limited to registrations, transfers, etc. • Credit Cards that are declined while being processed will be assessed a fee of $35.00 and no further business will be conducted until restitution is made. This applies to all transactions including but is not limited to registrations, transfers, etc. • The billing cycle ends on the last day of every month. If for any reason your account has a balance not paid by the last day of the month following notification from the office, it becomes “Past Due 30-Days” and a $10 fee or 1½% monthly finance charge, whichever is larger, will be applied. • If your account is “Past Due 60-Days” final notification will be sent via registered mail that you are “not-in-good-standing.” If payment is not received within 15 days of the date on the letter, it will be turned over for collection and notification will be posted in The Journal. If this action becomes necessary, you will be responsible for all collection fees incurred. Be aware, that if referred to a collection agency for collection, this may affect your credit for up to 7 years or until the account balance and collections fees are paid in full. Updated 3/9/2019 Probations, Suspensions, and Bad Standing Suspension – Austin Van Wyck – Phoenix, AZ Bad Standing – Michaele Starrett – Whitesboro, TX Bad Standing– Viviane Vandeweghe – Wingene, Belgium Bad Standing – Volker Schumann – Hattingen, Germany Bad Standing – Melissa Borgfield – Inez, Texas Bad Standing – Rick Peters – Elfrida, AZ Bad Standing – Chatcelle Matte – St. George de Windsor, Quebec 48 The Journal • May thru July 2021