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The American Hanoverian Society PodcastEquine Genetics Part II: From Fragile Foal Syndrome to Equine Metabolic RiskIn the competitive world of equine breeding, making informed decisions is crucial—especially during years when breeders are becoming more selective about which mares to breed. Genetic testing has emerged as a powerful tool that can guide these decisions, helping breeders avoid potential health issues while potentially enhancing performance traits.Hilltop Farm - Breeding/Training/SalesOver 30 years of experience providing top breeding stallions to North American sport horse breeders.The American Hanoverian SocietyThe American Hanoverian Society was established to support owners of Hanoverian & Rhineland horses.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate li...2025-04-0936 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastGenetics Part I: Decoding Equine DNA as a Predictor for Health & PerformanceIn our latest episode of the American Hanoverian Society Podcast, host Laura St. Clair sits down with Christa Lafayette from EtalonDx. Together they delve into the exciting developments and innovations in genetics for improved equine health and performance. Episode Links:EtalonDxThe American Hanoverian SocietyThe American Hanoverian Society Foundation2024-09-1843 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastBloodlines are Key: Insights from Cynthia Hallman on Why Breeding Matters for Top Hunter Performance“You don’t ride the papers”…. or do you?In this episode of the American Hanoverian Society podcast, your host, Laura St Clair, delves into the fascinating world of equestrian breeding and its significant impact on horse performance and training. Joining us is Cynthia Hallman, a top amateur competitor in the hunter ring and the Founder and CEO of Fig Street Marketing Group. Cynthia shares her unique insights on the value of breeding information, encouraging a more informed approach to horse selection and training. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how informed breeding choices can enhance...2024-07-1324 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastHannoveraner International: Daughter Societies, Breeding Clubs and More!The Hannoveraner Verband was founded in 1922 and since that time it has been organized into regional societies, like Hanover or North Rhine-Westphalia. Hannoveraner International is one of these regional societies and represents the interests of Hanoverian breeders all over the world. It includes daughter societies in the U. S., Great Britain, Australia and New Zealand. And breeding clubs in Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, Russia, Sweden, and South Africa. All together, these clubs and societies make up Hannoveraner International and are integrated into the Verband with full voting rights. In this podcast, Candice Klingbeil speaks to Maren Schle...2024-04-1235 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastA Deep Dive into Equine Insurance: Insights from the ExpertsIn the complex world of equine ownership, breeding and management, insurance stands as a vital but often misunderstood aspect. Understanding the intricacies can be daunting, and that's why we turned to leading industry experts, Cristin Bertolino of HorseWorks Insurance Specialists and Bill Harris from Harbin Equine and Farm, to demystify the topic of equine insurance.Have additional questions? Reach out to our guests:Cristin BertolinoHorseWorks Insurance Specialists, LLCCell: 978-760-1296Office: 877-636-8114Email: cristin@horseworksinsurance.comArthur “Bill” W. Harris, Jr.Risk AdvisorHarbin Equi...2023-12-1550 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastCatherine Haddad Staller: Her Breeding Philosophy and Success with VianneInternational rider, trainer and breeder, Catherine Haddad Staller, joins us on the American Hanoverian Society Podcast to discuss her home-bred Hanoverian mare, Vianne’s path to the WBFSH Dressage World Breeding Championships for Young Horses. For more information on Catherine: www.Catherine Haddad Staller.com.Vianne’s Pedigree: https://horsetelex.com/horses/pedigree/2503402/vianneVianne as a 4 year old: https://vimeo.com/388372765Vianne as a 5 year old: https://fb.watch/nnUC8mm44K/Eurodressage Article on Vienne: https://eurodressage.com/2023/09/12/cathrine-dufour-takes-over-vianne-hope-beerlingFrankie’s Pedigree: https://www.horsetelex.com/ho...2023-09-3034 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastNew Changes to the Breeding Rules with Natalie DiBerardinis and Rick ToeringJoin host Candice Klingbeil for an informative discussion with AHS President Natalie DiBerardinis and AHS Executive Vice President Rick Toering on exciting new changes to the breeding rules. Highlighted in this discussion are changes to the Hanoverian Premium Mare Title, the eligibility of dilute and pinto horses for registry, a new star program to honor mares in the Jumper Breeding Program and the use of outside stallions to produce Hanoverian-registered foals. If you own a mare or are planning on attending an inspection, you won't want to miss this podcast!For more information on the breeding rules, ple...2023-07-2039 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastEvaluating Movement with Emily Miles and Jana WagnerEmily Miles returns to the podcast with mom, Jana Wagner, of Wally Woo Farm in Lacygne, Kansas. Host Laura St. Clair leads the discussion on what Emily and Jana look for, and what they don’t. Two Hanoverian stallions feature prominently in the discussion, Daily Show and Sole Mio. Click on the names for links to each stallions pedigree. Video Links: Daily Show as a 3 year oldDaily Show as a 6 year oldDaily Show I1 FreestyleSole Mio as a 3 year oldSole Mio as a 6 year ol...2023-04-0635 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastThe North American Stallion Sport Test 2022 - EastIn this second of two episodes, we focus on stallions that are new to the test this year on the East Coast at Hilltop Farm. Host Candice Klingbeil had the opportunity to speak to riders and stallion owners who were presenting their stallions for the first time. The episode begins with comments from Marne Martin-Tucker on her stallion Galaxy Coeur (Grand Galaxy Win X Royal Coeur). And is followed by a conversation with rider Michael Bragdell of Hilltop Farm about his stallions, Louisville HTF (Lord Leatherdale X Negro) and Sir Real (Sir Donnerahll I X Furst Heinrich). Next, Emmanuelle Lor...2023-01-2640 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastThe North American Stallion Sport Test 2022 - WestFor a warmblood stallion to become a fully approved breeding stallion with many of the major registries, a stallion is required to be licensed and proven in sport. The North American Stallion Sport Test is a path to achieve the sport requirement for many registries. It is a rigorous test where a panel of judges and test riders, approved by the German Equestrian Federation, observe and test ride the stallions over the course of three days. To complete the sport test, a stallion must attend on two separate years. In this first of two episodes, we focus on s...2023-01-1935 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastDressage Bloodlines with Dr. Ludwig ChristmannThanks to everyone who replied to our podcast on the D Line! We heard your request for more podcasts on bloodlines! In this episode, we listen to a recording of one of Dr. Christmann's bloodlines lectures at our recent breed orientation course at Dressage at Devon. Dr. Ludwig Christmann is the former Director of International Affairs, Development and Education of the Hanoverian Verband. He is widely recognized as the world's leading expert on the Hanoverian breed. At Devon, we took a deep dive into the dressage lines, starting with the classical Hanoverian lines and also lines...2022-10-3132 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastAn Insider’s Guide to the Verden AuctionsAnna Baden from the Hannoveraner Verband gives listeners tips on purchasing horses at the auctions in Verden. Anna is a customer advisor for dressage, auction manager for the riding horses and participates in the selection process for both dressage and jumping horses. For additional information, feel free to reach out to Anna at abaden@hannoveraner.com, or +49 171 7 23 68 36.Thanks also to Tim Dutta of the Dutta Corporation for providing insights into the importation process. Contact Tim through www.timdutta.com to discuss a booking.We are grateful to our podcast sponsors, Hilltop Farm and Carronada Farms...2022-09-2036 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastTalking Bloodlines with Dr. Ludwig Christmann - The D LineIn this episode, Candice Klingbeil speaks to Dr. Ludwig Christmann, the former director of international affairs, development and education of the Hanoverian Verband about the D line. Dr. Christmann is widely recognized as one of the world's leading experts on the Hanoverian breed. This podcast covers the importance of the D line in the past - it’s versatile history in producing both dressage horses and jumpers to the characteristics of the major D line stallions of today, and D line stallions in North America. For more information on the podcast, please message us on our Fa...2022-08-1741 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastWhy Everyone’s Talking about Para DressageIn this episode, Laura St Clair of the Education Committee for the American Hanoverian Society interviews para riders Roxie Trunnell and Ellie Brimmer; Lisa Hellmer, the new Para Dressage Development Coach for the U.S. Para Dressage Program; and Karin Flint, the owner of the Hanoverian superstar, Dolton.Links to additional information:Roxanne Trunnell’s ride for a second gold medal in Tokyo is an absolute masterclass in the walk: https://youtu.be/Y9OkkVJ6930Dolton’s Pedigree https://www.horsetelex.com/horses/pedigree/1683551/doltonSolitaer 40’s Pedigree https://www.horsetelex.com/horse...2022-07-2131 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastA Conversation with Sabine Schut-KeryIn this episode, Candice Klingbeil speaks to Olympian Sabine Schut-Kery. Sabine and Alice Womble’s Hanoverian stallion Sanceo (San Remo x Ramiro's Son II) were part of the Silver Medal winning team at the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Candice talks to Sabine about how she selected Sanceo, the “feel“ she wants from her horses, and how the stars aligned for her at the Olympics. They also discuss Sanceo‘s stable mate Gorgeous Latino (Glock's Toto Jr. x Rubiquil). Gorgeous Latino is a talented Hanoverian-approved KWPN stallion owned by Sandy Mancini that is showing a lot of promise. The America...2022-06-0352 minThe American Hanoverian Society PodcastYoung Horse Training with Michael Bragdell and Emily MilesWelcome to the American Hanoverian Society Podcast. In this episode, Laura St Clair from the AHS Education Committee, talks to Michael Bragdell and Emily Miles about starting young horses - we’ll cover training philosophies, managing owner expectations, what your youngster needs to know before starting undersaddle training, and we’ll ask - who are the young horse trainers of the future?Michael Bragdell is the training director at Hilltop Farm in Maryland. Originally from Sweden, Michael joined the Hilltop team in 1995. He is well-known for his success with young horses and has twice won the USEF Four...2022-04-2349 min