Ardeo Horses Winning around the World out Eventing

Over the past few weeks, our Ardeo horses have been achieving some incredible successes in eventing around the world. Here’s a look at their recent accomplishments: IRELAND: – **Ardeo Gamira Gold** with Isabella Gogan: They kicked off their partnership with a win in the 100(J) division, scoring an impressive 25 in dressage. A promising start for this new partnership! – **Ardeo Copperton Kryptonite** (6yo) with Isabella Gogan: Made a solid debut in the 110 division with a steady double clear and a score of 29.5. USA: – **Ardeo Dance Monkey** with Ella Hubert: Back to back victories at The Event
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Saying goodbye to Teddy

Teddy, a four-year-old dun Connemara, was sourced from Jenny Kavanagh, a renowned Wicklow-based breeder with a stellar reputation for nurturing young equine talent. Upon meeting Teddy, we anticipated Meg Elphick’s enthusiasm during her February trip to Ireland, given Teddy’s striking resemblance to her Connemara, Bear. Teddy’s exposure on Meg’s social media channels and YouTube videos generated immense interest, leading to his swift adoption by an eager buyer from Australia. We continued Teddy’s training for a few months until his new owner, Olivia, arrived to meet him. Teddy’s remarkable adaptability saw him transition smoothly from a breaker to a ridden horse
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Saddle Fitting Mastery: A Week at WOW Saddles HQ

Melanie, an experienced saddle fitter, recently completed an intensive saddle fitting course at WOW Saddles HQ in Kent, Canterbury. The week-long course, organized by Maggie and David Kempsall, offered invaluable insights into saddle production and fitting techniques. During the course, Melanie had the opportunity to collaborate with fellow fitters, who had flown in for the course from Canada, America and Scotland, and test various dressage and jump saddles alongside riders like Hattie Dinnis, who rode the talented 8-year-old grey horse, Ardeo Bumble Bounce. The practical sessions provided by WOW Saddles highlighted the innovative features of their products, including adjustability, flexible
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