WHATAFRECKLYNXKENT

07/11/2025

29/10/2025

29/10/2025

Winston.....heals DOWN!!!

29/10/2025

Tänk om denna trenden kunde komma tillbaka!!

29/10/2025

Equine Genetics 101: Sunshine (SUN) ☀️🐴

In 2019, Etalon Genetics identified the Sunshine (SUN) mutation in a TWH x Standardbred stallion named Captain Sunshine. This recessive mutation adds to our understanding of the SLC45A2 gene, the same dilution gene behind Cream (CR), Pearl (PRL), and Snowdrop (SNO).

What does Sunshine (SUN) do? The mutation affects pigment deposition in the coat, skin, and eyes, creating lighter or unusual color variations. Similar to Pearl (PRL), the Sunshine (SUN) mutation will appear “invisible” on its own, but when paired with another dilute mutation on the SLC45A2 gene such as Cream (CR), it gives the effect of a double dilute (i.e. cremello, perlino)! Sunshine (SUN) can mimic the appearance of other dilutions, making genetic testing the only way to confirm if a horse carries the mutation.

While the full effects of Sunshine (SUN) are still being studied, so far there are no health concerns associated with this mutation. The Sunshine (SUN) mutation has only been found in a small number of horses related to Captain Sunshine at this time. The mutation could be generations old or newer, since Cream (CR) that helped this variant shine isn't a variant typically found in Standardbreds, it could have hidden for quite a long time! Research is ongoing, and owners of horses with unusual dilute appearances are encouraged to test and join the study.

Curious if your horse carries Sunshine (SUN)? Etalon’s genetic testing will help you know for sure!

🧬 Shop testing here: https://etalondx.com/horse-dna-tests/
🔬 Learn more about Sunshine here: https://etalondx.com/news-media/sunshine-mutation
📖 Read the official paper here: https://doi.org/10.1111/age.12790

11/08/2025

11/08/2025

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First, you go with the horse
Then, the horse goes with you
Then, you go together
-Ray Hunt

10/08/2025

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This is something I find many riders (myself included) struggle with and it’s completely natural!

Most of us are taught from the start to steer with the reins. It becomes instinct to pull right, go right. But horses are incredibly attuned to our body. They feel a subtle shift in our seat, the tension in our legs, even the energy behind our breath.

And yet, when something goes wrong, our first reaction is often to grab at the reins. More pressure. More pulling. More confusion…

But reins should be a whisper, not a command. A final piece of communication, not the first.

When we start riding from our seat, core, and intention, things begin to change. Transitions become smoother. Bends feel natural. The horse begins to listen rather than just react.

💡 Next time you ride, ask yourself:

— Can I prepare this movement with my seat and posture before even using my reins?
— Are my hips following and guiding, or am I trying to steer from the front?

Your horse is listening not just to your hands, but to your whole body 💃🏼

27/07/2025

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26/07/2025

Once you see an American Sugarbush Harlequin Draft, you won’t forget it 😍

Truly eye catching, this draft breed has a presence—and it’s not just size. Their gentle natures, kind dispositions and colorful coat are unmatched. And yes, that’s exactly what beloved racetrack pony Harley is!

An original American breed, the Sugarbush Harlequin Draft is a composite breed hailing from both the Appaloosa and the Percheron.

Learn more about the American Sugarbush Harlequin Draft here: tinyurl.com/2mj7kzjh

| American Sugarbush Harlequin Draft Association

26/07/2025

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🇪🇺 𝟮𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 – 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗼𝘄?

Did you ever show at Euro Paint? Then you’re part of our story – 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙔𝙊𝙐! 🖼️✨
In honor of the 25th edition of our European Championship, we’re sharing 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 from past shows.
We want to see the faces that shaped 25 years of Paint Horse passion in Europe!

🎞️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗻 & 𝗡𝗼𝘄 – 𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀
𝘽𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙡 𝙪𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮.

👉 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗱:
📸 One photo of you at Euro Paint
✍️ 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝘀𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝟯 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:
• When did you show?
• What’s your favorite Euro Paint memory?
• Where are you now and what are you doing?

📬 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘁 & 𝘁𝗮𝗴 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗠 – 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 & 𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆!
Let’s celebrate the paint people behind the show. 🌍

🇪🇺 𝟮𝟱 𝗝𝗮𝗵𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 – 𝗪𝗼 𝗯𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝘂 𝗵𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗲?

Du warst mal auf der Euro Paint am Start? Dann bist Du Teil unserer Geschichte – 𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙧 𝙬𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙘𝙝 𝙛𝙚𝙞𝙚𝙧𝙣! 🖼️✨

Zur 25. Ausgabe unserer Europameisterschaft teilen wir Erinnerungen von früheren Teilnehmern.
Wir wollen die Gesichter zeigen, die 25 Jahre Paint Horse-Leidenschaft in Europa geprägt haben!

🎞️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗻 & 𝗡𝗼𝘄 – 𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀
Erzähl uns Deine Geschichte – und sei Teil unserer Jubiläumsserie.
👉 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝘂𝗻𝘀:
📸 Ein Foto von Dir auf der Euro Paint
✍️ 𝗨𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝟯 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗻:
• Wann warst Du dabei?
• Was war Dein schönster Euro Paint Moment?
• Wo bist Du heute und was machst Du?

📬 Einfach posten & taggen oder per DM senden – ganz easy!
Lasst uns die Paint People feiern, die dieses Event so besonders machen. 🌍