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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.
Windy Isles Get Smart
Windy Isles Get Smart is a superior Connemara breeding stallion, which has excelled in multiple show rings including up to Preliminary Eventing, 1.15 Show Jumping,
2025 ACPS Achievement Awards
2025 ACPS Achievement Award Winners 2025 Competitive Awards Dressage Dressage Bronze –Wildwych O’Farrell (Glenormiston Flurry Knox x Tower Hills Fiona) O: Deb ClinchLoughrea’s Aine Noon
Goliath
The USEF Seldom Seen Award for 2025 goes to Goliath and his rider/owner, Christiane Noelting
Brambleridge Ponder the Truth
The USEF McKenna Trophy for 2025 goes to Brambleridge Ponder the Truth (TBS Declan x Brambleridge Truth or Dare) . The McKenna Trophy goes to
Castle on the Hill
The 2025 USEF Clifden Award for the highest placing Connemara hunter pony in the USEF goes to Castle on the Hill. He is by Rattle ‘N Snap
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