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Eeltsje F. decends from Stam 50.  Not only does Eeltsje have the prestigious full papers, Ster Preferent, Ster Preferent, Model Preferent, Model Preferent, Ster Preferent, Model Preferent, Model Preferent, but he is out of the Mother of the Famous FPS Approved Breeding Stallion, Anton 343, who is known for his mane that almost touches the ground. Eeltsje is sired by Fabe 348, who is also Sire of the Previous World Champion, Sape 381.  These 3 FPS Approved Breeding Stallions represent some of the most highly desired Sires in the Friesian Studbook. Not only is each Sire known for his excellent movements and sport ability, but they, also, pass these positive traits on to their offspring! 

Eeltsje’s line of Mothers consists of some of the most outstanding Friesian Mares in history.  The Mare that began this line, Marianne Model Preferent, was owned by one of the people who helped this Ancient Breed to survive the crisis of the sixties, and saved the breed from extinction. This line of Marianne’s Daughters, preceding Eeltsje, are exceptional!  Namk Model Preferent, was 1^st Premium at the Central Mare Show, no fewer than 7 years, and once was Champion over all!  She was, also, the Grandmother of the FPS Approved Stallion, Barteld 292, who was the Sire of Wander 352.  Namk’s Daughter, Namke Model Preferent, received 1^st Premiums at 3 Central Mare Shows and was Champion of the 3 year old mares at the Breeding Day.  Namke was, also, the Mother of the FPS Approved Stallion, Walter 282.

Eeltsje passed the semen and x-ray requirements for breeding approval with the FPS Dutch Friesian Registry.  In 2004, Eeltsje became a Ster Stallion and began his Dressage Career. In Holland, Eeltsje showed such talent that he by-passed the Dutch Training Level competition and went directly to showing Dutch L level, which is equal to the US 1st level. Eeltsje placed 1st in almost every competition, even against Warmbloods, and quickly earned the necessary points to compete in Dutch M Level, which is equal to the US 2^nd Level. As a 4 year old, Eeltsje competed in a group of 145  4 and 5 year old Friesians, in a Dressage Show attached to a large Friesian Keuring. Eeltsje finished the day on top with the title, Best Riding Horse, and he is pictured in the August 2005 issue of the FPS Registry’s “Phryso” Magazine.

Now, here in the US, Eeltsje has continued his incredible accomplishments. With an undefeated record, even against Warmbloods, he was one of only 20 young Dressage Horses in the entire US to be invited to the FEI Young Horse Championships in Kentucky. Eeltsje emerged to finish 10th in the entire US, and then became the Champion in Hand at Dressage at Devon!  Then at the 2006 IFSHA Grand Nationals, Eeltsje was Champion Young Stallion in Hand!