The Classic Shetland Stallion Sweepstakes is gearing up for its next stallion auction. Nominations for stallions are now being accepted through November 1.  The program is open to registered ASPC Classic Shetland stallions and the enrollment fee is $200 per stud.  The auction auction itself will run online and will open January 1, 2013.  Services being auctioned are for the 2013 breeding season with resulting foals eligible for a special sweepstakes competition that summer.

More details on the auction will be available.  Or, check for more information on the website for ASPC’s Classic Stallion Sweepstake at www.classicsweepstakes.com.  Rules and regulations for the program are online on this site.  Stallion owners may download the stallion nomination form from this website. All Classic Stallion enrollments for the 2013 auction will be due by Nov. 1.

To learn more, visit www.classicsweepstakes.com

The Modern American Shetland is a graceful and athletic pony. Moderns are characterized by refinement, animation and carriage.

Photo by Terri Washburn - courtesy of Roberts Family Ponies

Today’s, Modern Shetland Ponies combine the beauty and hardiness of the more traditional Shetland with the excitement and animation of a Hackney pony. The result is simply elegance in motion. This sophisticated pony with its extreme action, superb carriage and spirited personality is truly at home in the show ring. Modern Shetland Ponies excel in performance classes including roadster, fine harness and pleasure driving.

Thrilling, animated Moderns offer something for anyone moved by society ponies.

These final two American Shetland divisions represent the history, tradition and beauty of the American Shetland Saga.

Photo by Terri Washburn

Foundation American Shetland Ponies have a name that actually defines them; they represent the foundation from which today’s American Shetland Ponies sprang.  These are beautiful yet hardy animals that most closely resemble the Shetlands of the mid-20th century.  Foundation Shetlands may be somewhat more refined than their imported ancestors, but they are still the most conservative of the American Shetland divisions. A Foundation Shetland should have a well-balanced, strong, sturdy body in a compact package with an excellent topline, high tail-set and well-sprung ribs.