The American Hanoverian Society Podcast

In this episode, we discuss combining Hanoverian and Dutch genetics with Dr. Ludwig Christmann. Dr. Christmann is the former director of international affairs, development, and education of the Hanoverian Verband. He is widely recognized as the  leading expert on the Hanoverian breed. We begin our conversation of the two studbooks by discussing how the different origins and breeding aims have deve...

In 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/Sales Over 30 yea...

In 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: EtalonDx The American Hanoverian Society The American Hanoverian Society Foundation

“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 uniq...

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 Ca...

In 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 question...

International 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/vianne Vianne as a...

Join 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 t...

Emily 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 old Daily Show as a 6 ye...

In 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...

For 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...

Thanks 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.  H...

Anna 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 Du...

In 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 dress...

In 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 a...

In 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 discu...

Welcome 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 Br...

In this episode, we sit down with dressage rider and stallion owner, Kasey Cannon.  Kasey is an adult amateur dressage rider, who owns and rides her stallion Diesel CF (Dressage Royal X Ritual).  Diesel is a full brother to the German Hanoverian stallion, Damsey FRH.  In October, Kasey took leave from her job as an avocado farmer at her beautiful Carronada Farms in Moorpark, California to travel t...

Join us as we continue our coverage of the North American Stallion Sport Test East. Access to the testing location at Hilltop Farm were restricted due to COVID, so AHS Education Committee member Laura St Clair interviewed stallion owners by phone. The episode begins with Samantha Bielawski, who owns the stallion Coconut Macaroon aka Calisto (Cancara  - James) along with Susan Martin. Christina Par...

In this episode, AHS Education Committee member Candice Klingbeil talks with more stallion owners from the North American Stallion Sport Test East by phone.  Due to Covid restrictions, Hilltop Farm was unable to accommodate additional visitors, so these conversations were conducted by phone.  The episode begins with a conversation with Alice Tarjan about her stallion, Maximus (Ibiza X Apache).  An...

In this episode, AHS Education Committee member Candice Klingbeil talks with stallion owners and riders of newly licensed Hanoverian stallions from the NASST East by phone.  Due to Covid restrictions, Hilltop Farm was unable to accommodate additional visitors, so these conversations were conducted by phone.  The episode begins with a conversation with Theresa Schnell and Dr. Robert Jackson DVM abo...

The Three Day Sport Test is a joint activity of the American Hanoverian Society, German Oldenburg Verband, and the Hannoveraner Verband to provide a selection tool for stallions based on their performance under saddle.  The test is modeled after principles established by the Equestrian Federation to ensure reciprocity between the registries.  The test is normally open to 4, 5, and 6 year old stall...

We’re super excited about our upcoming launch on January 22 and just wanted to introduce our podcast to you!  Our first episodes cover the North American Stallion Sport Test.  Please enjoy these sound bites and subscribe for more episodes!  Special thanks to the AHS Board and Office for their support of this project.  And also to the AHS Education Committee for their vision on this podcast.