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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.
Applications Now Open for US Equestrian Higher Education Scholarship for High School Seniors
Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 2023 Higher Education Equestrian Scholarship. This program provides
Region 8 Membership Renewal
It’s time to renew your membership before the show season starts. You can already be keeping track of your hours for Fun With Pony.
2023 ACPS Junior Scholarship Awardee
Skylan Nelson, TN This is Skylan’s second year being awarded a scholarship! Skylan reports that her previous ACPS scholarship helped her get to the Pony
2022 USEF HOTY
Purebred Connemara Mare in Hand No standings Purebred Connemara Stallion or Gelding No standings Purebred Connemara Hunter 1 Oakfields Jansen Hilary Gerhardt, VA 24 2
2022 USEF Youth Sportsmanship Award winner
Congratulations to our ACPS Junior Member, Ryder Richardson. He is the 2022 USEF Youth Sportsmanship Award winner in recognition of his contributions and achievements. He
USEA Pony Of The Year
Connemara Pony Stallion Coud’Poker Tartifume, ridden and owned by Donna Miller of Georgia, is crowned the 2022 Smartpak USEA Pony of the year and awarded the Theodore
ATT: Owners of young grey Connemaras
If you have a grey purebred Connemara 6 years old or younger, please check your pony over for melanomas. They would be small lumps or
USEA 2021 Awards
Beginner Novice: Purebred Beginner Novice – Halfbred Novice: Purebred Novice Halfbred Training Purebred Training Halfbred Modified: Purebred Modified Halfbred: Preliminary Purebred: Preliminary Halfbred : Intermediate
2021 USEF HOTY
Purebred Connemara Mare in Hand No standings Purebred Connemara Stallion or Gelding No standings Purebred Connemara Hunter Purebred Connemara Jumper No standings Halfbred Connemara Hunter
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