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Hoof Wall Separation Disease (HWSD) FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions What is Hoof Wall Separation Disease (HWSD)? Hoof Wall Separation Disease (HWSD) is a genetic defect characterized by a hoof wall that
Inspections FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions How do I get my Connemara inspected? Complete the Inspection Nomination Form and send it along with photographs and fees to the address
Transfer of Ownership FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions I am the owner and am selling my Connemara. Do I hand the registration certificate to the buyer? No. Please do not.
Governance FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions How can I get more involved with the national organization of the ACPS? The best way: attend an annual meeting. You can
Awards FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions What documentation is required for achievement awards? The pony must be registered with the ACPS. The owner or rider must be a
Membership FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions How do I register as a member? We encourage you to register online, but you may also register by completing and mailing
Fun with Pony Award
The Fun with Pony Award was added to the Achievement Award Program in order to broaden the types of activities that are recognized and valued by the Society.
Jill McNicol
Jill McNicol and her family currently have approximately 20 horses, with 12 being Connemaras and the balance Irish Draught, Irish Draught Sport Horse, and Thoroughbreds.
An Tostal Performance Archive
2024 W.H Topgun, 14.3h buckskin stallion (*Gunsmoke x Ballywhim Candace) bred by Annie Barkdal and owned by Elliott Timmons. 2023 Kynynmont Cooper O’Grady, 14.3h buckskin
Hall of Fame Broodmare Archive
2024 *Glenormiston Roscrea, 14 h 1990 buckskin mare, (Oxenholm Gideon x Millsfield Seaspray), bred by Sue Clarke, owned by Kathleen Kempf Tostanowski, NY 2023 Skyview’s
Famous Connemara Feats
In 1935 at the International Horse Show in Olympia London, the 22-year-old, 15 hand Connemara gelding, The Nugget, cleared a 7’2” jump and subsequently won
About Connemaras
The Connemara Breed Standard Download the Connemara Brochure Temperament Mannerly and manageable, kind, responsive, possessing good sense and basic intelligence. Type Rugged and sturdy; body
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