“Give a Horse a Chance” (GAHAC) represents a new opportunity for horses traditionally labeled “unwanted” and that have been rescued from the slaughter pipeline. This event will showcase the talent and build the performance ability of these horses that were given a second chance by equine rescue groups and new owners. The 2011 GAHAC is open to horses adopted or purchased between August 30th 2010 and February 1st 2011. Horses may have been adopted or purchased privately from auction houses for $600 or less.
The IPHDA (International Performance Horse Development Association) is organizing the GAHAC competition and will be using their virtual show format. There will be 3 divisions offered: Open, Amateur and Novice.
The exhibitors will be required to perform 2 events. The first will be a PHD test (visit www.iphda.com to download the pattern). The second test will feature any equestrian competition for which the horse shows an aptitude: jumping a course, riding a dressage test, running a barrel pattern, negotiating a series of trail obstacles, completing a reining pattern, performing a Natural Horsemanship game, etc.
IPHDA is donating the initial $1000 in the purse and will obtain promoting partners to assist in spotlighting the abilities and talents of a group of horses that just need a chance!
Any rescue group, shelter, or sale barn can register with IPHDA at no charge. IPHDA will maintain a list of horses available for adoption from rescue groups and registered auction venues on the IPHDA web site.
All money donated to the GAHAC will be split between the exhibitors and the participating rescue groups and shelters.
The GAHAC entries will be due March 2011, the competition will be judged and winners announced by April 15th 2011. Visit www.IPHDA.com for complete rules.
If you would like to participate and or assist in organizing “Give a Horse a Chance,” you can contact info@iphda.com.
To find out more about IPHDA visit the website at www.iphda.com.
Contact:
IPHDA
2436 FM3164
Gainesville, TX 76240
903-815-4738