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and calm nature of the Quarter Horse that enable horse and rider to work as a team under pressure. Eventing riders appreciate the fact that Quarter Horses pay attention to the footing and seldom get themselves into difficulty at the most complicated obstacles. Even when the rider makes an error, a Quarter Horse can usually power its way up, over, or out of a situation that could overwhelm other breeds. Here in South Africa the Quarter Horse has not been fully recognized for its ability to successfully compete against Thoroughbreds and Warmbloods in the English disciplines. The South African Quarter Horse Association (SAQHA), the AQHA International Affiliate for Southern Africa, is working to promote the Quarter Horse in all disciplines and as the perfect horse for Youth competing in Interschool competitions. SAQHA members Colette Erasmus, President of the SAEF Affiliate Western Performance and Reining, and Laura Lee Farrand, Treasurer of the organization, are supporting the SAQHA by using their imported stallions to demonstrate the versatility of the breed. CT Gunner, a registered American Quarter Horse/
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American Paint, is the foundation sire at Sundancer Stud. CT is a champion Reining horse that competes and wins in Hunter under Saddle at AQHA/SAQHA shows. Copy Cat Rascal, Colette’s Reining stallion, routinely wins Hunter under Saddle classes and attracts the attention of spectators with his signature victory spins. Both horses perform Reining demonstrations at major events and are outstanding ambassadors for the Quarter Horse breed. SAQHA breeders and members ride their Quarter Horses in Polo Cross, Extreme Equestrian Trail and Obstacle, Showing, Interschool’s, Western Mounted Games, Jumping, Western Dressage, and Reining. These individuals are always willing to talk to people about the Quarter Horse and enjoy introducing newcomers to the breed. The SAQHA web site, www.saqha.co.za, and the Secretary, secretary@saqha. co.za cell number 071 471 3684, provide the public with information about the Quarter Horse and Quarter Horses for sale. If you are looking for a horse that will take you to the top of your preferred discipline or just an outstanding companion and working partner, consider an American Quarter Horse, the breed for all reasons!
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