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Protecting A Breed From Change
By Anonymous
Browsing the Internet, I came across an article about the reasons Dog Breeds change over time. It got me wondering about our beloved Gypsy Vanner Breed.
Having been involved in breeding and exhibiting dogs for 30 years, over these years I have seen the breed change towards what is winning in the ring, and it has become the fad to breed towards. The alteration of the dog that should resemble the Original Breed Standard happens slowly over time. The dogs can get heavier, hairier, larger, and be unable to perform the tasks that they could when they resembled the Breed Standard, the Form to Function theory. I then witnessed these dogs start to return towards the Original Standard, and be able to return to the athleticism that they were known for. This is a lesson to be learned.
So, what about the Gypsy Vanner? As we Celebrate over 25 years as a Breed, with a Breed Standard that results in a form to function horse that can perform many different activities, we need to be proud of the Gypsy Vanner Horse and its accomplishments so far.
Although there are horse shows, as in the dog world, the amazing thing about the Gypsy Vanner Horse, is the program that has been put in place by the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society to ensure that Breeders have a tool to keep the Breed Standard on track. The Evaluation Program was put in place for education and enrichment of the breeder to produce the best quality, and a Gypsy Vanner as close to the Breed Standard as they possibly can.
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This “Evaluation Program” is a tool to score horses against the breed standard, and a tool to help eliminate deviations from the breed. This program is used by dedicated breeders whose intent on maintaining Breed Type is rewarded. They know that breeding correct type will make sure that this breed does not change.
Keep up the great work, use the tools that the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society put in place for the Members, Breeders, Exhibitors. Use the Evaluation Program, show off your results of being a conscientious breeder.
Education of the Gypsy Vanner Breeders, Judges, Exhibitors is the key, and one of the most important tools to ensure the Breed Standard is maintained and the vision of the Original Breed Standard of the Gypsy Vanner Horse can be maintained. The future is in our hands……keep this amazing breed moving forward with Breed Standard in mind, and you will be rewarded with amazing animals.
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GVHS Evaluations - SIGN UP TODAY!!!
January 10, 2024 – Jacksonville, FL -prior to the FHC show
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The Gypsy Vanner Horse Evaluation Program has been developed as an educational tool for the horse breeder, to promote thoughtful breeding of Gypsy Vanner Horses of the type as detailed in the breed standard, and for the public to educate them about the breed.
The program’s purpose is to help breeders and owners to educate themselves about the strengths and weaknesses of their horses so they can use this knowledge in making educated breeding and purchasing decisions.
This system should be viewed as an important tool to help preserve the wonderful characteristics of the Gypsy Vanner Horse.
The conformation-movement evaluation is also an integral part of the GVHS Registration process. Horses lacking DNA verification of both sire and dam require a certain minimum conformation-movement evaluation score to move from the GVHS Pre-Studbook into the Regular Studbook.
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The Vanner Advantage Program
The Vanner Advantage Program is a program that provides awards to those who get their Gypsy Vanner out to events to present the breed to the public. The points are accumulated based on individual horse. To be eligible for the Vanner Advantage awards, the horse must be GVHS Registered and the owner must be a GVHS member. Likewise Youth participants must be GVHS Youth members to participate in this program.
This list is not all inclusive but following are examples of some of the types of events that qualify for Vanner Advantage points; open multi-discipline shows (local fairs/ 4H); open discipline specific competitions (dressage, driving, hunter-jumper, eventing, endurance, combined driving etc.), expositions and breed demonstrations, organized trail rides, clinics open to the public, parades. If you are not sure if your event qualifies check with the GVHS office. Breed shows that qualify in the GVHS Points Program, and virtual shows do not count toward Vanner Advantage points.
The top GVHS horses are presented with Vanner Advantage awards. Points are awarded 1 point per day event and 1/2 point per half day event, for qualified events. The owner of the horse must be a GVHS member. If a new member and/or newly registered horse, the horse can accumulate points for events starting at the month of registration/membership.
Likewise the top GVHS Youth members presenting, handling or riding a GVHS registered horse at these events will be awarded youth Vanner Advantage award.
Both the Youth and the horse they are riding or handling can potentially win awards.
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To submit your activities you must use the Vanner Advantage forms, below:
Event year runs Jan 1 through Dec 31st each year.
Forms must be received in the GVHS office by December 31st each year.
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Annual Meeting
It's time to start planning now for the GVHS Annual Meeting!
Location:
Doubletree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront
3050 N. Rocky Point Drive West, Tampa, FL 3360
Event Dates:
February 23-25, 2023
Deadline to book your room at the hotel at the discount is January 1st
BOOK YOUR ROOM AT THE HOTEL
Schedule of Events:
Friday February 23rd -
8 AM – Board Meeting and Committee Meetings
1 PM - Business Seminar (Legal/CPA/Insurance)
Breed Partners
6 PM – 10 PM Reception
Saturday February 24th -
8 AM – 11 AM – Membership Meeting
1 AM - Clinics (Driving, Showing in Hand, Ranch, Western, English, Dressage)
6 PM – 10 PM - Dinner and Awards Presentation
Sunday February 25th –
8 AM – 9:30 Youth Contests Click HERE for information to enter
9:30 - Breeders Clinic
Health Clinic
Deadline to register with the GVHS to attend is February 1st. Click the button below to register to attend now.
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January 11th - 12th - Florida Feathered Horse Classic 1 - Jacksonville, FL
GVHS Points Qualified Show Judges: Colleen Martin, Susan Bragg
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January 13th - 14th - Florida Feathered Horse Classic 2 - Jacksonville, FL
GVHS Points Qualified Show Judges: Karen Iversen, Nancy Swarm
Don't forget GVHS Evaluations on January 10th! Make sure you are registered!
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PSSM/EPSM CLINIC WITH DR. BETH VALENTINE
November 18, 2023 at 1PM EST
During this online clinic, Dr. Beth Valentine will discuss PSSM/EPSM, its symptoms, and best-known treatment practices, chat about conflicting PSSM/EPSM opinions, share her research findings, and answer all our questions throughout the program.
Mark your calendar to attend!
A link for the event will be provided to GVHS members.
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Avertise In The Vanner Banner
It's easy to advertise in the Vanner Banner. These weekly advertising spots allow GVHS members to advertise and connect with members of their own community without having to fight the social media algorithms. This ensures your content will be seen by the people who will have the most interest in your program and services, and is a great way to make new connections and friends.
· Step 1: Purchase your Vanner Banner Advertisement for $25
· Step 2: Gather your material. Your submission should include a photo relevant to what you are advertising, one or two lines of written content describing your offering, and a direct URL link to your website page the content and information will appear.
· Step 3: Submit your advertisement to Heidi Schlenker at stallionflyers@gmail.com by the weekly deadlines.
Weekly Submission Deadlines for The Vanner Banner Advertising
Advertising in The Vanner Banner will be available upon a weekly basis, for weeks 1-3. Advertising spots will not be available during week 4 due to the content-heavy nature of that week’s newletter.
November 9th, 2023 - Material for week two advertising due by 5pm EST. (Breeder and Stallion Service Advertisements).
November 16th, 2023 - Material for week three advertising due by 5pm EST (GVHS Horses For Sale Advertisements).
November 30th, 2023 - Material for week one advertising due by 5PM EST (Training & Other GVHS Related Services Advertisements).
Photos, URL links, and information should be submitted by 5 PM Eastern Standard Time on the Thursday of the week prior to that you wish to advertise to stallionflyers@gmail.com
You can purchase a Vanner Banner ad for $25 by visiting clicking the button below.
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The Beauty in Balance
Balance is one of those things you have to have if you want athleticism in your horse. Read further to hone your skills in identifying balance in structure and elevate your program!
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Welcome New GVHS Members from October! | |
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Michelle Valvoda
Pine City, MN
Shelley Mercia
Fort Morgan, CO
Felicia Hartley
Starr, SC
Tamarra Kay White
Fort White, FL
Cheryl McNamee
Paw Paw, IL
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Sarah Maller
Wakarusa, IN
Courtney Smith
Fort Plain, NY
Blake Wahl
Hockessin, DE
Tyler and Kristin Heely
Kanab, UT
Bonnie Kent
Marsing, ID
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Rhonda Kessling
Grand Rapids, MI
Ryan and Marque Renshaw
West Plains, MO
Brittany Reigler
Earleville, MD
Karen Wolford
Reno, NV
Raetta Young
Springville, AL
Sonya DeWitte
Milan, IL
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