Stallion
Sky's The Limit
Breeding Fees
Haflinger stallions breeding fees are $750 live cover with $200 booking fee ($300 owed at time of cover). shipped semen is $250 per collection, plus shipping. Mare care is $12 per day, $20/day with foal at mare's side.
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Stallion - Lines
Our History
There are seven major sire lines found in the Haflinger breed, which are identified by the first letter of their founder's name. It is customary for male Haflingers to be given a name that starts with the same letter as their sire, therefore making it easy to identify the sire line of a given stallion. The lines are A, B, M, N, S, St, and W.
According to stud book studies in 1988, of the 1,300 Haflinger stallions worldwide the percentages of each line are as follows:
Anselmo (A) - 304 stallions - 23% Bolzano (B) - 38 stallions - 3% Massimo (M) - 236 stallions - 18% Nibbio (N) - 313 stallions - 23% Stelvio (S) - 37 stallions - 3% Student (St) - 297 stallions - 22% Willi (W) - 114 stallions - 8%
A - Line
The A-line was founded by the stallion Anselmo, who was by Campi II x Napoli by Campi, making him the closest descendent of Folie of all the patriarchs. His line is second only to the N-line in numbers of breeding stallions, and is strongly represented in all countries with Haflinger breeding programs. Many consider this line to be the source of the highest quality breeding animals.
Anselmo himself was considered somewhat coarse, with long ears (a serious fault to Austrian breeders). Nonetheless, four of his sons proved to be successful sires: Atlas, Alex, Attila and Adler. Of these, the line is continued through Artist, a grandson of Adler. Artist, when bred to the mare Jeruse (also by Adler) produced Afghan (1969) - the greatest of modern Haflinger sires. Sadly, Afghan died at the young age of ten of a broken leg.
B - Line
The B-line was founded by Botzano (1915). By 1965, the line was in serious danger of being lost to the breed, and an attempt was made to salvage using Bozen, one of the few B-line sires left. His grandson, Becket (out of a mare by Anselmo), would sire Brutus in 1976. Brutus was considered the first quality stallion bred from that line since its decline. However, when his most promising son Benjo (1980) died after three short breeding seasons, the line was again threatened. Currently attempts are being made to save it using the stallions Bach and Berthol (both sire by a half-brother to Becket). The United States now has one Silver Classified "B" line stallion and there are more being tested to increase this rare line.
M - Line
The M-line was founded with the stallion Massimo (1927). He sired six sons through which most M-line stallions descend. Of these, Nilo was probably the one most responsible for the continued influence of the line. Although Nilo himself was not an attractive horse, he consistently sired foals far superior to himself. Nilo's sons were responsible for adding fineness and nobility, as well as broadening the genetic base of the breed. Most M-line stallions trace back to Nilo through his son Sturmer (who also heavily influenced the A-line through his daughters), with the remainder tracing through the stallions Mordskerl and Meteor.
Some have stated that the M-line was in danger of stagnating. The largest number of M-line horses (most descending through Sturmer) reside in the United States, which does not practice the strict selection process common in Germany and other European countries. Dire predictions have been made concerning the future of this branch if proper selection is not practiced.
Of the remaining two branches, that of Meteor is mostly continued in Italy, and is considered to be of slightly higher quality. But it is the Mordeskeri line that show the most promise through his great-great grandson Midas (1977). Midas caused quite a sensation at the Second International Haflinger Breeders' Show in 1985, where 20 of his daughters and 12 of his sons were displayed.
[Note: Because many M-line stallions were bred in Italy, where stallion of a given year are all named by the same letter, not all have names that begin with M.]
N - Line
The N-Line
The founder of the N-line was a stallion named Nibbio (1920). By the 1940s, the line had split into two branches - that of Naz in Germany and Austria, and Nautilus in Italy. The Naz line was primarily continued through two full brothers, Nastor (1951) and Nerz (1953). Another Naz son, Naxo (1952) would be responsible for introducing the N-line to the United States. Meanwhile, in Italy the Nautilus line would continue primarily through three sons: Genius, Hofrat and Hafling. (Remember that in Italy stallions are named according to the letter designated for the year they were foaled, instead of by the first letter of their sire's name.)
The N-line is one of the most prolific of all the Haflinger lines, represented by over 300 stallions worldwide. Of those stallions, 250 are found in either Germany or Italy.
S - Line
The S-line, begun in 1923 with the stallion Stelvio, has long been considered the weakest of the seven sire lines. It is thought that to bring the line up to an equal level of quality with the other sire lines at this point would require a great deal of time and expense. Those stallions remaining of the S-line are located primarily in Italy and descend through the stallion Santner and his son Sandhofer. In the 1960s, an attempt was made to build up this line in Austria with the purchase of the stallion Saturn (1964). His grandson Silbersee (1972) was considered quite promising, but was sold in 1987 to France where he was used to outcross on non-Haflinger stock. As of 1988, there were no known S-line stallions in the United States. Now there are a few. Socrates (now deceased) was recognized by the world judges as a Silver classified stallion his sire Schonbin Honig produced three strong sons. Samurai of Green Mountains, Socrates and Ski Doo. Currently there is one "s" line stallion who is world recognized imported into Oregon at Wing Spann Farms. (Serpico). He has been gelded but his semen is frozen and available. Sky's the Limit WSF is now standing at our farm and is by the Austrian sire Skorpion.
ST - Line
The St-line was founded by the highly regarded stallion Student (1927). Student was considered extremely typey and a proponent sire. His line is close to the Anselmo and Nibbio lines in terms of number and influence.
Most of the St-line stallions descend through the Student son Stromer. Stromer was Austrian-born, but was eventually sold to Italy and there his line was allowed to die out. Stromer's grandsons Starost and Sturm have continued the line in Switzerland, while Star is responsible for most of the St-line stallions in the United States. In fact, the United States currently has the most St-line stallions of any country, with one of the large American farms (Temple Farms - no dispersed) specializing in this line. Sons of Star that influenced American breeding programs include Easter Sunday and his sons Stardraft (1975) and Strahan (1974), Starwonder and his sons Stogey (1973) and State (1975) and also his grandson Stanley (by Spirit of 76).
In Austria, the line continued through Stromer grandson Sturmer. Although Sturmer died relatively young at eight years of age, three of his sons were kept as breeding stallions. Another line descends from Strom (1949 - a son of Stromer).
The United States has some excellent ST stallions. Stars N Stripes TOF (stands at Tudor Oaks Farm) Standard of Excellence and his son Stelaka PHHF, and Stellar TVR son of Straden. Stately LF son of Stubben NTF
W - Line
The W-Line
The final Haflinger sire line was established by the stallion Willi (1921). Unfortunately, Willi produced far more daughters than sons - 23 versus 196. Of his sons, four were kept for breeding. Of these four, one died after only two breeding seasons, while a second was placed in a breeding region with low quality mares and a third - Willi I - was exported to Syria. his line was continued briefly by Wilfried through his son Wieland. Although Wieland was considered an exceptionally beautiful stallion, his dam was unpedigreed and this caused many breeders to avoid him.
Willi's fourth son was Wardein, and he had the exception maternal pedigree that Wieland lacked. Although his breeding career got off to a late start (in 1958, when he was already 20 years old!), he become known for producing energetic animals with extremely correct movement.
Wardein's sons and grandsons would spread the line to other countries. His son Winchester (1957) went to Germany, where he produced several promising sons. Austria kept sons Wilton and Wirbel. Wilton would bring the line to Italy through his grandson Sigrid did Faltering, as well as having a great deal of positive influence on the line in Austria. His descendent Wagering (1980) is considered an excellent example of this sire line.
Another strain tracing back to Willi is that of his grandson Welcome. Welcome is a popular breeding stallion in the Netherlands, although he is considered too coarse by many Austrian breeders. Many of the W-line stallions in the United States and Canada trace to Welkom through his son Wandor (1973). More recently, an American breeder imported a son of Winterstein, (Walzertakt) a popular Austrian stallion that traces back to Willi through the Wardein branch. The influence of Walzertakt in the US lead to 3 recognized classified sons who help make the W line strong. One of these stallions is World Class who stands here at Top of the Line Farms.
Breeding Contract
Stallion Contracts
TOP OF THE LINE FARMS 7087 CERES CT REDDING, CA 96002
Holly Singleton owner
530-221-3198 fax text/cell 530-510-5000
http://www.topolinefarm.com topofthelinefarm.com@gmail.com
BREEDING CONTRACT 2022
Name of Mare:_______________________________
Registration Number__________________ (IF applicable)
Stallion SKY’S THE LIMIT WSF
Registration information : Sky's the Limit WSF, (Skorpion X Fascara) AHR#31825-11, LIC # 2147-14,
1. Breeding Privilege: Mare Owner does hereby agree to breed the mare identified above (“Mare”) to the stallion identified above (“Stallion”) for the 2021 breeding season. The Stallion service fee of $500 for Haflinger stallions. Mare Owner agrees that upon signing this contract that it becomes a binding contract, subject to the terms and conditions herein.
2. Breeding Season: Top of the Line Farms has reserved a breeding for the above listed mare during the 2022 breeding season. Breeding Season begins February 1st and ends July 15th.
3. Live cover: The Mare may be transported to Top of the Line Farms for live cover at the owners expense. Mare care fees are $18 per day for a mare and $25 per day for a mare and foal. All veterinarian fees are paid by mare owner and will include the following: Breeding soundness exam (optional), palpations and ultra sounds to verify readiness for breeding and check for status of pregnancy. The veterinarian on call is Dr.Meghan Hillyard 530-356-0031 If mare owner wishes another vet to check their mare they must let us know prior to mare’s arrival. All fees are due before mare can leave the ranch.
3.b. Collection for AI. Top of the Line Farms uses Flying H Ranch for all collection activities. Semen will be collected, examined and shipped with all the fees paid for by Mare owner. Typical fees run $300-400 above breeding fee making total breeding fee+ expenses around $800 - 900
4. Conditions: Mare Owner whose signature appears below warrants that he/she is the owner of record, lessee, or authorized agent of the above named Mare. Mare Owner represents to Stallion Owner that Mare is healthy and in sound breeding condition, leads, ties and is able to be handled. Mare Owner agrees to provide a copy of registration papers (if registered) and a photograph of Mare with this Agreement. (papers and photograph is waived for Mares purchased from Top of the Line Farms).
5. Return Breeding Right: Top of the Line Farms guarantees a live foal only if Mare is examined by a licensed equine veterinarian between 15 and 50 days after the last breeding date and Top of the Line Farms is notified of her pregnancy status at that time. A live foal is one that will stand and nurse unassisted. Should the Mare abort or the foal be born dead, Top of the Line Farms must be notified within 48 hours and a veterinarian’s certificate shall be delivered to Top of the Line Farms within 21 days or the live foal guarantee is null and void. In the event no live foal results from the breeding, Mare Owner has the option of breeding the Mare the following breeding season ONLY, on the same terms and conditions set forth herein, with the breeding fee waived.
Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, all guarantee privileges are automatically lost and forfeited if Mare:
a. Is bred to any other stallion before being bred back to the Stallion or jack in this contract
b. If the Mare Owner fails to order semen for the Mare for rebreeding the following breeding season or does not transport the mare during the months listed as "breeding season".
c. If the Mare is sold or otherwise disposed of prior to the birth of the foal.
d. If the Mare Owner fails to pay all required expenses.
6. No Warranty: Stallion Owner makes no warranty or guarantee that semen will be available for delivery within a certain time period. Mare Owner understands that shipped semen is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Orders made on collections day are at a high risk of refusal. While every effort will be made to ship viable semen, Stallion Owner makes no guarantee that the semen will safely reach the insemination point without losing integrity, quality or characteristics, or that shipping company or airline will deliver in a timely manner. Stallion collection services recommended to be completed by Flying H Farm. http://www.flyinghranch.com/services.htm 530-347-7664
7. Waiver of Liability: Mare Owner agrees to diligently try to settle Mare. If, however, Mare does not settle, Mare Owner agrees to hold harmless and release Stallion Owner, Holly Singleton, Top of the Line Farms, and their respective agents, employees, representatives, assigns, affiliated persons, and/or others acting on their behalf from any loss or damage. Mare Owner agrees Stallion Owner, Holly Singleton, Top of the Line Farms, its agents employees, representatives, or assigns shall not be responsible for any disease, injury, death or accident to the Mare, resulting foal (if any) and persons involved with said Mare.
8. Certificates and Substitutions: Breeder’s Certificates will be issued when Top of the Line Farms has been notified Mare has foaled and all bills incurred by Mare Owner under this agreement have been paid. Mare Owner will be solely responsible for seeking registration of the resulting foal in the appropriate breed registry/registries and will pay all associated fees or expenses. If the Mare dies, or becomes unfit for breeding, the Mare Owner may return the following breeding season ONLY with a substitute mare approved by Top of the Line Farms under the same terms and conditions set forth herein.
9. Entire Agreement/Governing Laws/Venue: This agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and may be amended only in writing signed by each of the parties. Mare Owner agrees that this contract shall be construed, governed and interpreted by and in accordance with the internal law of the State of California. Mare Owner further agrees that if any action or arbitration is brought to enforce or interpret the terms of this contract, the proper place of venue shall be Shasta County, California. If any provision of this contract is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, unenforceable or void, the remaining provisions of this contract shall nevertheless continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.
10. Miscellaneous: This contract is non-assignable and non-transferable. Notwithstanding any other part of this contract, Mare Owner further acknowledges that should the Stallion die or become unfit for service after the Mare is pronounced safely in foal, Stallion Owner shall not be in breach of this contract and is released from all further responsibility. Mare Owner further agrees that should Stallion die or become permanently unfit for service, any monies paid towards Stallion Fee, less collection and shipment fees, shall be refunded to Mare Owner for any Mare that is not settled and qualifies for rebreeding privileges, thereby releasing Stallion Owner from all further responsibility.
Stallion Owner Signature _____________________________ Date____________
Mare Owner Signature ______________________________ Date ___________
FEE STRUCTURE:
Stallion service fee ($500) approved mares only SHIPPED SEMEN OR LIVE COVER
$200 due at time of booking. Final $300 due before breeding or shipping of semen for stallions.
Boarding and vet expenses due before mare leaves ranch LIVE COVER ONLY
Collection Fee paid to Flying H Ranch ONLY FOR SHIPPED SEMEN and typically run $300 above the breeding fee. Payment to be completed BEFORE semen shipped
Shipping Fees with FedEx paid by mare owner (varies) ONLY FOR SHIPPED SEMEN
Return shipping Fee for container and deposit on container if provided by Top of the Line Farm.
Mare Owner provides own container shipping paid by Mare Owner to Stallion collection point.
Mare Owner__________________________________________________________ PHONE ____________________________
ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________
CITY,STATE,ZIPCODE:______________________________________________________
WORK PHONE___________________________________________
FAX _______________________________________
EMAIL, CELL PHONE, OR ADDITIONAL NUMBERS_____________________________________________________________
THE FOLLOWING NEEDED FOR SHIPPED SEMEN ONLY:
NAME AND ADDRESS WHERE SEMEN WILL BE SHIPPED:
NAME __________________________________________________
PHONE _________________________________
ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________________
CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE ___________________________________________________________
OTHER PHONE ___________________________________________________
FAX ___________________________________
PLEASE CHECK WITH FEDEX! Saturday Delivery Available? Yes No (circle one)
Hold for delivery? Yes No (circle one)
Nearest Airport ____________________________________________