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New in 2026: The ‘Ranch Horse Alliance Program’ A


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new regional qualifying system that unites ranch horse shows across the Western United States — and leading


to the year-end finale West Coast Ranch Horse Championships held in conjunction with the 2026 Ranch Horse Rendezvous — kicks off this year. The Ranch Horse Alliance connects all- breed and breed shows that offer ranch classes, so exhibitors can qualify for the champi- onship show by competing at approved Alliance shows. Exhibitors must show in at least four approved shows between Jan. 1 and Sept. 10, and there is no exhibitor fee to qualify. The Championship Show will run classes Oct 10-11 in conjunction with the 2026 Ranch Horse Rendezvous Oct 8–11 at California Ranch Company in Temecula. All four Alliance- recognized ranch classes will be offered: Ranch Riding, Ranch Trail, Ranch Rail, and Ranch Conformation. Awards will include buckles, silver platers, jackets — and more. For more information, check out the Ranch Horse Alliance website at htps://ranchhorsealliance. com. Show producers who are interested in having their shows count toward Alliance qual- ifications can learn more and apply at htps:// westcoastranchhorse.com/show-approval. For approval, shows need to offer at least three of the four approved ranch classes and then sub- mit the show approval application to get listed as an Alliance-approved event and receive promotion across the network. Benefits would include growing exhibitor participation, added promotion and visibility as a qualifying event, and generally helping to grow the ranch horse community on the West Coast.


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t’s Deere Season at Powerland Equipment – Have you been thinking of replacing or servicing your tractor or


other ranch equipment? The start of 2026 is a great time at Powerland Equipment, especially for John Deere tractors with incentives this month — like up to


$2,500 off tractors and another $300 off implements. Contact the crew at the family- owned Powerland, Inc. for these and other


incentives, and also ask about the complete service and parts offerings that will keep your equipment in top condition. Since 1976, Powerland Equipment has been synonymous with quality and reliability in the outdoor power equipment industry. Founded by Malcolm Smith, a dedicated member of the San Diego County community since his emigration from the UK in 1973, the business has deep roots in the region. Over the past 35 years, Powerland has evolved into a multi-generational enterprise, with three generations of the Smith family actively involved. Learn more on the ad pn Page 2, or give them a call at (760) 749-1271.


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are owners! 39 top studs await! — But not for long!... the National Stock Horse Association 2026 Stallion Service


Auction closes Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. PST. In the mean- time, browse the top performance horse stallions in the nation on pages 6 to 9 in this issue. Since its inception, the NSHA Stallion Auction has been an integral part of the success of the organization, with all proceeds going to NSHA programs. Many of the stallions that participate in the stallion auction over the years have had tremendous success, and now their offspring are showing and winning NSHA events. Hundreds of offspring from previous stallion auction donors have shown in NSHA events throughout the years. Check out the line-up in our


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pages and click through the QR code to register and place your online bid! This fund-raising event gives mare owners a wonderful chance to breed with the nation’s top producing Quarter Horse performance sires. Once again, the stal- lions on this year’s roster reads like a “Who’s Who” list: Peptoboonsmal, Call Me Mitch and more than 37 other remarkable stallions are on the list. To learn more about the auction or each of the studs, visit the auction website at htps:// nshastallionauction.com. The NSHA office can be reached by phone at (559) 789-7007, and by email at nationalstockhorse@gmail.com


ave you seen Hooves & Paws lately?! —Hooves & Paws in Apple Valley has always had a great online shopping


experience for horse and dog lovers, and its new look (and specials!) are worth a look this month! Whether its in the store or online at hoovesandpaws.com, customer service, quality products and selection have always been priorities. It shows! This month, Hooves & Paws is offering free giſt cards that shoppers can use for any item. Check out the Hooves & Paws ad on Page 3, and use the codes to get as much as $50 in giſt card bonus. Also be sure to check out specials on new 2026 inventory, like Professional’s Choice Bell Boots for yourself and Moreta Ortona RIding Boots for you! Hooves & Paws is always ready to anser your questions at (760) 247-5523.


The In Gate column is composed by the sales staff at the California Horsetrader. If you would like to put the California Horsetrader and horsetrader.com to work for you, please call the display sales staff at 760/546-1184, or e-mail to: sales@ horsetrader.com


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