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40 Miniature Horse World The Official Publication Of The American Miniature Horse Association Miniature Horse World Editor: Melissa Powell Graphic Designer: Rebekah Petty-Little Printer: Four Color Press Executive Committee: President: Joe Kahre Vice President: Jason Warrenfeltz Treasurer: Laura Mullen Secretary: Sid Hutchcraft Director At Large: Al Bulgawicz Directors Region 1: Bobbie Briggs Region 2: Jason Warrenfeltz Region 3: Laura Mullen Region 4: Sid Hutchcraft Region 5: H. Joe Kahre Region 6: Al Bulgawicz, Allison Rosauer Region 7: Clair Severson Region 8: Joanne Ross Region 9: Sami Scheuring Region 10: Heather Ward Region 11: Gene Baynham Region 12: Leigh Murray Region 13: Lisa Hawkins MINIATURE HORSE WORLD (USPS 0021-571), Official publication of the American Miniature Horse Association, published quarterly by the AMHA, 5601 S. Interstate 35W Alvarado, TX 76009. Periodical postage paid at Alvarado, TX 76009 and additional mailing offices. Printed in USA. Address changes must be sent four weeks prior to publication date for next issue to be delivered to new address. Miniature Horse World reserves the right to refuse any advertising or copy not judged to be in the best in- terest of AMHA membership. Photos and manuscripts are welcomed but no responsibility is assumed for such material while in transit. Miniature Horse World assumes no responsibility for the truth or accuracy of advertising claims or the editorial content. Reproduction or use of any part of this issue without express written permission of the publisher is prohibited. See www.amha.org for fees and advertising rates. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to: Miniature Horse World 24 29 Features The Association 24  How to Make 2 Editor’s Notes 6 President’s Message 10 Association News 15 Call for Directors Nomination Form 16 Judges Speak 20 Youth World Show Schedule 36 AMHA Show Schedule, It’s Horse Showing Fun Again Before you step into the ring, learn to program yourself for showing success and enjoyment. 29 International Member Profile The fairy tale of Farm Little Creek in Belgium has not been without highs and lows for its owners, Kevin Lathouwers and Tanja Cremers. Learn how these two positive people have found their niche in combining Miniatures and troubled souls to produce happy endings! Showtime! 46 In Memoriam – Shari Washburn The Miniature Horse 22 Mini Scoop 38 Good Horsekeeping Tips 48 Irresistible Miniature 44  Top Joggers Take Top Honors in Showmanship Moments Present your horse in style and precision without over-exaggerated body positions. 48 About the cover: First Knights Billy Idol 30” Stallion AMHA Leading Futurity Sire- 2014 World Champion Get of Sire Multi World Grand Champion Sire A new beginning… The Billy Idol syndicate and the Country Club members are excited to announce Billy Idol and T.G. Ima Country Boy (2014 AMHA World Supreme Halter Horse) will soon be moving to their new home in western Pennsylvania to reside at Diva Valley Miniature Horse Farm, owned by Nicole Pearsall, DVM and her husband, Boomer Pearsall.  Dr. Pearsall will serve as breeding manager for both syndicates. We couldn’t be more pleased to have Nicole on board, bringing her love of all animals, her expertise as a veterinarian, and her enthusiasm as a Miniature horse owner, breeder, and exhibitor.  We are looking forward with anticipation to the future for these two incredible stallions! 5601 S. Interstate 35W, Alvarado, TX 76009 Subscription inquires: (817) 783-5600 – www.amha.org S U M M E R 2017 Miniature Horse World 1