The Welsh Pony & Cob Society of America is pleased to welcome its first part bred Welsh Pony into its registry.  Doll House Sadie, a 16 year old chestnut pony mare, was bred and is owned by Cynthia and Jim Doll of Doll House Farm in Oakland, Maryland.  Sadie’s pedigree includes ponies that have excelled in both the breeding shed and in the show ring.  Her grandsire, Salvandi Calidog, was a purebred registered Section B stallion that stood for many years at Cynthia’s farm and sired such famous hunter ponies as Braveheart and Untouchable.  Her granddam was champion at Madison Square Garden in the pony hunters with Sandra Lobel.  Not to be outdone, Doll House Sadie has had much success in both arenas as well, with an outstanding show record from leadline through children’s hunter pony.

The WPCSA made its historic announcement earlier this year, opening up its registry to qualified part bred Welsh.  Dr. Ruth Wilburn, WPCSA President, states, “We believe that welcoming part bred Welsh into our organization will mutually benefit the Society as well as the breeders and owners of animals with part bred Welsh lineage.  Although we hope to welcome new owners and breeders, I’m delighted that the first part bred applicant is Cynthia who has been a long-standing and outstanding member of our Society.

As with all WPCSA registrations, registry fees are based on the animal’s age at the time of application.  As an introductory promotion, the fee for registering a part bred Welsh will be capped at a maximum of $125 through August 31, 2012.  As of September 1, 2012, regular registration fees will apply.  If you would like to see if your animal qualifies for part bred Welsh registration, please visit www.welshpony.org or call the WPCSA office at (540) 868-PONY (7669).

For more information about Welsh ponies and cobs, please visit the Welsh Pony and Cob Society of America at www.welshpony.org.