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Online Stallion Directory

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The Connemara Pony Breeders’ Society is compiling a free online approved stallion directory for publication in the autumn of this year.  The directory will be a comprehensive source of Connemara stallions available for service in Ireland (arranged by county) and abroad.  It will contain pedigree information, a linear profile (where applicable), a photograph of each stallion, stallion performance records where available and owner/keeper contact information. There is no charge for inclusion of stallions in the directory and it is an opportunity to advertise your stallion to a very wide audience.   The...

Inspections/Covid-19

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Concerning the ongoing implications and gradual lifting of restrictions with regard to the coronavirus pandemic, the viability of holding inspections will continue to be monitored. The Council is hopeful that inspections will be held in the Autumn, subject to restrictions being further eased and that it is possible to put suitable procedures and precautions in place given the pandemic. The Council regrets it is not in a position to make any firm decision regarding dates and venues at present....

Spring Festival Postponed

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The Connemara Pony Breeders’ Society are closely monitoring the coronavirus outbreak and the advice of the HSE . The link to the HSE website for the most up to date information and advice can be found HERE The CPBS has taken the decision to postpone the Spring Festival events which includes Launch of An Capaillin Table Quiz Bartley O’Sullivan lecture International discussion group Stallion parade A decision will be made in the coming days regarding the colt inspections We apologise for any inconvenience cause, however the decision is taken in the best interests of our breeders, members, council...

Spring Colt Inspections

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POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Dates & Venues: Friday 27th March 2020, Creagh Equestrian Centre, Ballinalsoe, Co Galway Saturday 28th March 2020, The Showgrounds, Clifden, Co Galway POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE PLEASE NOTE: Following the restrictions being put in place to stop the spread of the COVID-19  virus and in compliance with recommendations from the government, the CPBS have decided to postpone the colt inspections/classifications due to take place 26th, 27th & 28th March 2020. The situation will be reviewed on the 28th March 2020 and an update given then....

Spring Festival 2020: POSTPONED

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POSTPONED 27th, 28th, 29th March. [download id="21561"] C.P.B.S. Spring Festival 2020 - Details: Schedule of Events: Date: Friday, March 27th Event: Colt Inspections 2020 Time: 10am Venue: Creagh Equestrian Centre, Ballinasloe Event: Table Quiz in Aid of Connemara Therapeutic Riding Time: 9pm Venue: Station House Hotel, Clifden   Date: Saturday, March 28th Event: International Committee Meeting Time: 10am Venue: CPBS Office, Clifden Event: Colt Inspections 2020 Time: 12pm Venue: CPBS Showgrounds, Clifden Event: Launch of “An Capaillín” 2020 Time: 7pm Followed by: The Bartley O’Sullivan Lecture on “The Lives & Times of Jack and Bobby Bolger and William Roe” by Mr. Kevin Bolger Venue: Station House Hotel Theatre, Clifden   Date:...

Press Release from AGM – 2019

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The Annual General Meeting of the Connemara Pony Breeder’s Society took place on Saturday, 7th December, 2020 in the Shearwater Hotel, Ballinasloe. A quorum was reached and the meeting commenced at 1pm. Company secretary Ann Marie Conroy presided as chairman. At the meeting the results of the 2019 election were announced as follows:   Connacht:  Kevin Bolger - 3 year term Martin Coyne - 1 year casual vacancy Priscilla Diamond - 3 year term Patrick Flanagan - 3 year term Daragh Kevin O Tuairisg - 3 year term   Leinster: Claire Oakes - 3...

CPBS Council Election

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The CPBS Council Election count that took place this morning at the Galway Bay Hotel, Salthill, Galway has now been concluded. The following five candidates have been elected for Connacht Mr. Kevin Bolger - Seat C9 - 3 year term Mr. Daragh Kevin Ó Tuairisg - Seat C10 - 3 year term Ms. Priscilla Diamond - Seat C11 - 3 year term Mr. Patrick Flanagan - Seat C12 - 3 year term Mr. Martin Coyne - Seat C5 - 1 year term (casual vacancy)   The following candidate's have also been elected Mrs. Ulla Dorothy Connolly (Munster - Seat...

HWSD and purchasing a pony

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HWSD (Hoof Wall Separation Disease), a genetically inherited disorder of the hoof wall which has been diagnosed in a very small percentage of Connemara ponies* is of concern to purchasers and breeders alike, as it affects the welfare of any pony that inherits two copies of this mutated gene and is thereby affected (HWSD/HWSD). By inference if that pony remains in the herd it also affects the overall quality of the herd. When purchasing a Connemara pony always check the Lifetime Document/Passport to make sure you know the HWSD status of...

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