It was our absolute pleasure to welcome Meg and Pete back to Ardeo Sport Horses for another exciting collaboration. This time, they joined us at Pat and Orla Roche’s stunning venue, Wexford Equestrian, where Meg competed with two of our talented horses—despite having never ridden them before the show! A special shoutout goes to Pete for his incredible videography and support throughout the day—working behind the scenes to capture every moment. The event was part of the DAFM Eventing Autumn Development Series and ran as an arena eventing competition with three phases, offering an exciting challenge for horse and rider.
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Ardeo Sport Horses enjoyed a successful day at the HSI DAFM Autumn Development Eventing Series, thanks to Ralph Conroy’s superb performance at Milchem Equestrian Centre. Two of our talented geldings competed in the league, with one proudly securing second place! The DAFM Autumn Series is a vital part of our annual competition schedule, offering an excellent platform to test our horses’ abilities in real-world conditions. We’re delighted to see our team come together this season, ensuring everything ran smoothly on the yard while providing essential support to both horses and riders. Despite the challenging weather, both geldings remained calm, focused,
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As we come into the winter, towards the end of 2024, the sales season heats up even more. New horses are arriving at the yard, being considered and assessed for Ardeo sales. During our selection of horses, attitude is key; horses that are happy and enjoy their job are our priority. To ensure these newly selected sales horses perform and develop at their best, each horse gets the time they need to settle in comfortably. We focus on correct foot balance, maintaining good gut health using a product called MonoShield Equine, proper dental checks and care, and of course, back
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The Blenheim Horse Trials are always a highlight in the British Eventing calendar, showcasing top talent and incredible equestrian performances. This year was no exception, and it was fantastic to see our Ardeo graduates competing at such a prestigious event. Well done to Ardeo Mandella ridden by Louise Bradley and Ardeo Premier ridden by Alex Bragg. The atmosphere was electric as the riders and their horses navigated the challenging course, demonstrating their impressive skills, precision, and partnership. It was wonderful to see Ardeo horses tackle the demands of Blenheim with such confidence and poise. Stay tuned for more updates on
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We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Roma and her new owner, Laura O’Hanlon, back to Ardeo Sport Horses for an ArdeoAir saddle fitting. Roma, the stunning grey mare, first arrived at Ardeo back in February to be sold. Roma featured in Meg Elphick’s (the equestrian vlogger) video when she came to visit Ardeo Sport Horses in February to do a “day-in-the-life” feature. It has been really fun getting to know Meg Elphick and Pete Crowther of Granite Lens Media, not to mention following Meg on her journey with Ardeo Wilhelmina. Be sure to subscribe to Meg’s YouTube channel to
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Addressing the often-overlooked issue of stressors is crucial for ensuring the well-being and optimal performance of our horses. Here at Ardeo, we like to keep up to date with any emerging products. Recently, we were introduced to Monoshield Equine a revolutionary product, by our Equine Physical Sports Therapist Rachael Rothwell. Rachael shared valuable insights into the product’s transformative impact on horses. This product was developed through meticulous research and tested on racehorses and has now proven a real game-changer for us. Nowadays, there is a strong prevalence of stress-induced GI problems in horses, particularly when introduced to new environments, unfamiliar
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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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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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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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Renowned equestrian vlogger Meg Elphick recently graced Ardeo Sport Horses with her presence, eager to showcase her positive experience with our business. Having previously purchased a horse from us, Meg returned with her partner Pete Crowther of Granite Lens Media to capture a day in the life at Ardeo. Blessed with perfect weather, Meg embarked on her filming journey, riding five of our sales horses and immersing herself in the  atmosphere of our facility. As she explored the intricacies of our operation, Meg discovered the meticulous processes behind our horse matchmaking service. At Ardeo, our commitment extends far beyond making
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