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Rules and regulations
NZHS News – January 2019
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Dr Burchard Bade: An Interview
Burchade Bade is one of the most influential men in the world of Warmblood breeding. As the head of the State Stud at Celle, he is largely responsible for the shape of the modern Hanoverian horse through his selection and promotion of the 150 stallions at the stud. Here, he looks at the past, and future of the Hanoverian.
Werner Schade – Hanoverians in the Brave New World …
“On the whole I am happy, despite the structural changes, the good breeders keep on going. Our selection system is also working well, but we again have to concentrate, we have to keep improving all the time.”
NZ Hanoverian News – December 2016
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The Stallion Performance Test
Stallions are licensed only on condition that they pass a stallion performance test at a specially created testing center like the one at Adelheidsdorf, near Celle.
Stallion Licensing
In New Zealand, a stallion may be licensed provided he fulfills the requirements as described in the NZ Hanoverian Society rulebook.
The Mare Performance Test
Here, the basic gaits, jumping talent in free jumping as well as the mare’s rideability are judged.
Mare Classification
Requirements and preparation for mare classifications.
Pre Studbook and S Studbook
Pre Studbook and S Studbook give breeders two further options to breed a Registered Hanoverian foal.