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tunity It has resulted in an animal that has become wideits even temperament, hardiness and bravery. This al horse for equine disciplines such as eventing and e its great intelligence sees it being equally suited and in the dressage, as well as show jumping arenas. It is g and pleasure horse and it makes a reliable compannd old. d was formally registered and internationally recogin 1973. A registered Boerperd carries a “B” brand on distinction that is achieved after a rigorous inspection ures a high breed standard. At 30 months of age, the stered SA Boerperd parents is inspected by a panel apouncil of the SA Boerperd Society to establish whethforms to the breed standard. In order to qualify for the ed, stallions must achieve at least 75%, mares 70% %. Records of all the animals are kept by SA Studbook. yal Show, the public will be treated to Showing, Dressage and Driving events on Monday, May 30 and 1. All spectators are welcome and the SA Boerperd y will be available at their information centre. events, please see the Royal Show’s timeline at http:// /timeline/ Eat Play Shop 2016