Congratulations
Anton 343 Sport, Preferent and his stewards Scott and Shelley Kelnhofer on achieving the Preferent title.
How does one become Preferent?
Preferential Stallions – Preferential status may be awarded to stallions either living or dead, that have shown consistency and quality in passing on their genetic qualities. The oldest offspring must be at least 10 years old and there must be sufficient numbers to judge sport performance and growth of older offspring. The stallion should have one or more sons approved on offspring. Criteria for the stallion and his offspring are listed in order of importance:
- Exterior – Comparison of the stallion’s percentage of Star, Model, Approved Stallion, Preferential, and not approved offspring against overall averages for all stallions during the general time period.
- Performance – As shown in various sport associations, IBOP, ABFP, performance tests of stallions, and national and regional competitions.
- Fertility – 50% average over the entire breeding period
- Hereditary defects and growth – Information about possible hereditary defects acquired after the offspring judging and growth of horses after they have been approved for the studbook.
- Color and markings – Distinguish between allowed (head) and non-allowed (legs and body) white markings. Also distinguish with regard to the average.
- Size – What are the average sizes of offspring, taking into consideration the sizes of the dams, and how this compares to the ideal size shown in the breeding policy
- Character
This is wonderful news for a great ambassador of the Friesian breed.
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