Congratulations to the World's Best!

While only the best Appaloosas are invited to participate in the World Show, an even smaller group of horses can compete for the title of World's Best Appaloosa. In order to compete for this title, a horse must enter and compete in a minimum of three of five categories to be eligible.

We would like to congrautlate Shys Blue Boy, who was named the World's Best Appaloosa at the 2010 World Championship Appaloosa Show held in Fort Worth, Texas! During the week, Shys Blue Boy earned 20 points overall, competing in Hunter in Hand, Four & Older Geldings, Keyhole Race, Senior Western Riding, Senior Trail, Senior Hunter Under Saddle and Saddle Seat Pleasure.

The gelding is owned by Abby Bruno of Moreno Valley, California. Shys Blue Boy and Abby Bruno were awarded an aluminum horse trailer for one year's use compliments of Featherlite Manufacturing, a trophy saddle made by KO Trading, a custom sterling silver show halter from Kathy's Show Equipment, gift certificates from Dale Chavez Company and Smart Pak Equine Supplements, a check for $1,500, and a trophy from the Appaloosa Horse Club.

The 2010 Nutrena Iron Horse

The Nutrena Iron Horse award can be earned by any horse 2 years of age or older. To be eligible, a horse must enter and compete in four of five categories (Halter, English, Western, Games and Cattle) and must place in the top ten in three of these categories.

Congratulations to Shys Blue Boy for winning this prestigious award! He earned 49 total points competing in Hunter in Hand, Four & Older Geldings, Keyhole Race, Non-Pro Western Pleasure, Non-Pro Western Riding, Non-Pro Trail, Senior Western Riding, Senior Trail, Senior Western Pleasure, Senior Hunter Under Saddle, Saddle Seat Pleasure and Non-Pro Hunter in Hand, Geldings. Shys Blue Boy and Abby Bruno received $10,000 from Nutrena, the industry leader in advanced equine nutrition and the Official Feed of the Appaloosa Horse Club. They also took home a custom designed bronze sculpture entitled "Forged From Fire" created by Wally Shoop.

Check out the World Show Photo Gallery for great gift ideas!

Visit appaloosa.smugmug.com to view and purchase images and merchandise from the 2010 World Show. Also find images from other Appaloosa events. Pictures speak a thousand words—items are priced very reasonably and will make great holiday gifts!

Don't forget to thank your help!

Show off your accomplishments and thank all who helped you with a World Show Top 10 Showcase ad in the January issue of Appaloosa Journal! Prices are low as a way for us to say "Congratulations!"

Full page: $780
Half page: $500
Deadline: November 20, 2010

Contact: (208) 882-5578 ext. 256 or 258, advertising@appaloosajournal.com
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Appy Holidays!

Before you go out and start your holiday shopping, be sure to take a look at the Holiday Gift Guide in the December issue of Appaloosa Journal! In the meantime, please visit the websites of our advertisers who will be appearing in the gift guide:

• Sunburst - Custom saddle pads - (471) 466-4004
• Show Off Designs - Custom show outfits - (817) 597-6623, www.showoffdesigns.com
• Moon Rein - (903) 872-8380, www.moonrein.com
• Luskey's/Ryon's - 1 (800) 725-RYON, www.luskeys.com
• Appaloosa Photo Gallery - www.appaloosa.smugmug.com
• Appaloosa Museum - www.appaloosamuseum.org

Get Appaloosa Journal Xpress for only $10/year!

Do you currently receive the hard copy of Appaloosa Journal? Have you ever been on the go and thought that it sure would be nice to be able to view it online while you're gone? Now you can for ONLY $10! This offer will soon be online for you to purchase, but in the meantime, if you're interested please contact the circulation department at (208) 882-5578 ext. 258, or subscriptions@appaloosajournal.com.
Click here to view Appaloosa Journal Xpress.

Buy a Journal subscription, get one FREE!

Now through the holidays, every Appaloosa Journal hard copy subscription bought will receive a FREE copy of our online version, Appaloosa Journal Xpress! The free subscription would make a great gift for a loved one!
Contact the subscriptions department today to get your FREE copy of AJX at (208) 882-5578 ext. 258, or subscriptions@appaloosajournal.com.

International Appaloosa Directory

The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) announces the new ApHC International Appaloosa Directory. This directory is an innovative way to expand your Appaloosa market.The ApHC will distribute the directory at international equestrian events throughout 2011. This publication includes breed information, explanations of ApHC events and programs, as well as the benefits of ApHC registration and membership translated into multiple languages.

If you are looking for a new and exciting way to market your stallion, breeding program or services, this is an excellent way to be seen. In fact, over 26% of total registrations are international, with the top three countries being Italy, Canada, and France.

There will be full page color and black and white business card opportunities available for $500 and $100 respectively. With new technology available to ship semen and import/export horses, don't be left in the dust and miss out on an opportunity that could make your stable or farm known worldwide.

Contact: marketing@appaloosa.com

AYA Board of Directors Election

Timeline:

• November 15—Date Final ballots will be mailed
• December 13—Returned ballots must be received in the ApHC Office
• January 5—Election results will be available

For 2011 we are holding elections for territories II, IV & VI zone B, and territories I, III & V zones A & C. To read statements of qualification and purpose from our candidates, and for more information please visit the AYA website.

American Competitive Trail Horse Association

ACTHA sanctions Competitive Trail Challenges all across the USA - easy going six miles, six judged obstacles and unlimited fun! If you trail ride, you can compete in ACTHACTC's! Enjoy spending time with your horse and friends in a casual atmosphere. Imagine the fun of riding out through natural terrain with your friends and family and stopping to cheer each other on at an obstacle.

ACTHA currently has Competitive Trail Challenges (CTC's) scheduled across the nation and would like to invite you to join us! Don't see a ride scheduled in your area? Become an Affiliate and host a ride! ACTHA provides unparalleled support and being an affiliate gives you the opportunity to earn money for your favorite charity (or yourself). Let's show everyone how awesome our trail horses really are! Go to www.actha.us for more information on joining or hosting a ride near you today! Great trails, new friends, good times, giddy up!

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Tulsa—Here We Come!

The National Championship & Youth World Championship Shows will be held in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 2011 & 2012. The Tulsa Convention & Visitors Bureau has offered a financial incentive package to assist the ApHC with costs associated with producing the show in this venue. In order to sustain their level of financial support, we must certify the number of hotel rooms used in the city during the show. To do this, we have established a Housing Bureau that will be staffed by the Tulsa CVB to help show attendees select hotels and book rooms during the show. This way we can track hotel room useage in order to sustain the financial support offered by the Tulsa CVB.
Please check the ApHC website often. Information on how to book rooms online will be added to the National Show page within the next 2–3 weeks. A variety of properties, amenities and price points will be available.
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Incentive money offered by the host city helps the ApHC pay show-related costs, and helps avoid passing some of those costs on to exhibitors. Please assist us in maintaining that financial support by booking rooms through the Housing Bureau. We appreciate your support!

Stallion Service Auction continues until January

Miss bidding on your favorite stallion at the World Show? Stallion services that weren't auctioned at the show are available online at www.appaloosa.com until January 31, 2011! Many first-class stallions are still available. Get your bid in today to win a breeding for the upcoming season.
Contact marketing@appaloosa.com for more information.

Members' Rewards

New and renewing ApHC members who purchase a membership by Dec. 1, 2010 will receive their January 2011 issue of Appaloosa Journal and will qualify for a chance to win in the Members' Rewards Drawing.
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Three-year members will enjoy all the benefits as one-year members, including the Appaloosa Member Advantage Program, Appaloosa Journal, monthly e-newsletter, voting privileges, discounted rates for ApHC services, opportunity to participate in exclusive activities, free Appaloosa e-mail service and much more!

FEE CHANGES—Effective January 1, 2011

The ApHC understands that during these difficult economic times, nobody wants to see an increase in fees. However, some registration fees have not been increased for more than 30 years! In an effort to make the registration process for the following work equitable, the included fee changes will become effective January 1, 2011, and will be printed in the 2011 Official Handbook of the ApHC.

Performance Permit:

The Performance Permit fees remain the same, however to allow for development of color or characteristics prior to enacting the higher fee, the ApHC has changed the application dates for Performance Permits as follows:
Foal date to 24th month foal date:
Appaloosa x Appaloosa: $150, $215
Appaloosa x approved breed: $250, $315
25th month and thereafter:
Appaloosa x Appaloosa: $300, $365
Appaloosa x approved breed: $500, $565

Stallion Breeding Reports:

Members: $25 + $5 per mare
Non-members: $90 + $18 per mare

10 Day Rush Fees:

Members: $50
Non-members: $115

48 Hour Rush Fees:

Members: $100
Non-members: $165

Lease Filing:

Members and non-members $20

DNA Waiver:

Members and non-members $20

Approved Breed Listing:

Members: $50
Non-members: $115

HYPP Test:

Members and non-members $50

HYPP and DNA Test:

Members and non-members $100

HYPP on Stored Sample:

Members and non-members $50

Blood Typing:

Members and non-members $125

Tattoo:

Members and non-members $65

Parentage Exclusion Analysis Fee:

Members and non-members $25/hour (Estimates provided prior to use)

ApHC Transfer Sale—ENDS DEC. 31st!

The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) is offering members a chance to catch up on those transfers of ownership that may be sitting with your Appaloosa's Certificate of Registration.

For a limited time, an Appaloosa can be transferred multiple times for a one-time fee of only $25 per horse. Normally, there is a $15 ApHC member fee every time the horse has changed hands—$80 for non-members. Complete and signed transfer forms for each previous owner are still needed, but with this limited-time offer it's an easy one-time $25 fee for ApHC members. Non-members can take advantage of the $25 transfer sale by joining ApHC for $55.

Don't miss out on your chance to save your hard-earned dollars and get your paper work in order! Send us as many transfers as you have, and for only $25 per horse, all transfers will be completed and the certificate will be sent back to the most current owner.

Please contact the Registration Department at (208) 882-5578 ext. 300 or www.appaloosa.com for additional information and forms.