The member survey shows that the breeding values are appreciated, but that many breeders have questions about how the breeding values come about and the application of the genetic profile. KWPN Breeding specialist Daniëlle Arts answers frequently asked questions about…
KWPN breeding goal for harness horses is clear: we want to breed harness horses that can perform at the highest level in show sports.
The highest level, that is what breeding is all about. But of all the foals born in a year, only a small amount will perform at the top. Character, attitude, health, a functional conformation, environmental factors and the right package…
As before, Liz van Woerden has been traveling all over North America to investigate and report on the Gelders bloodlines in North America. Click here for her article featured in the KWPN Magazine. She has written 3 articles so far. …
Olivier (Idocus x Porter) Liesbeth (Liz) van Woerden The Gelders horse has always been a very versatile type of Dutch Warmblood, suitable for everyone and all disciplines. They have originally been bred to be durable and versatile: beginning long ago…