For those that are familiar with the Friesian breed, they may be familiar with the Keuring process of the stud book. For any Friesian to be in the stud book, they need to be assessed based on conformation and movement, and down the track if used for breeding, their progeny will be assessed to see if they’re passing on desirable qualities. If not, this may affect their eligibility in the stud book!
Keuring doesn’t happen every often in Australia (less than once a year). It is occurring this month! You can find out details on the Australian and New Zealand Friesian Horse Society website. As it states on the website, Keuring is occuring (pardon the pun) around Australia and is open to the public!
“All keuring locations are open to the public and are the central location for Friesian Horse inspections in that state or island.
- 17 March – keuring WA – State Equestrian Centre, Brigadoon
- 19 March – keuring SA – Mallala Equestrian Centre, Mallala
- 21 March – keuring Tasmania – Wallbrook Friesian Stud, North Motton
- 23-24 March – keuring Victoria, Juravon Equestrian Centre, Melton
- 26 March – keuring New Zealand South Island, Motukarara Racecourse, Canterbury
- 27 March – keuring New Zealand North Island, Cambridge Thoroughbred Lodge, Hamilton
- 30-31 March – keuring Queensland, State Equestrian Centre, Caboolture
- 2 April – keuring NSW, Sydney Polo Club, Richmond
The KFPS jury team is Louise Hompe, KFPS inspector and Luciel Ellens, judge. General keuring inquiries can be directed to Wendy Fisher, ANZFHS secretary.”
For those in the Victoria vicinity that have this weekend free, perhaps you may like to check out the event at JurAvon Park. Remember, any horse event is an opportunity to learn and network!
“A Horse, A Horse, My Kingdom for a horse.”
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