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Callahan Show Horses

Assistant:

Melani Heidner

Melani's love for the horse started at a young age when her older sister gave her a pony, Sarah. The pony and Melani made a great team, showing in showmanship, equitation, pleasure, over fences, and trail. It wasn't long before her mom asked her if she was "ready to ride a real horse". Selling her pony was heartbreaking but there was never a lack of horses for Melani to ride. Her mom let her ride and show her Appaloosa mares, and her trainer would let her excersize client's horses. She learned a lot by being at the barn every waking minute and when her sister left for college she started riding her "real horse", a big dark AQHA gelding named Jack. Its been AQHA's ever since. When Jack needed to retire Mel leased a grey AQHA mare named Trendy and showed her in 4-H until her lease was up. Shortly after, her mom bought her a two year old named Jackie from Denise for Christmas. Jackie went into training, Melani started working for Denise after school, and the rest is history. Being a part of the Callahan Show Horses team fulfills her need to learn something new every day and is constantly rewarding.

Veterinarians:
Jennifer Sparks, DVM (425) 485-1396

Mike Howell, DVM (425) 402-1910
Evergreen Equine Vet

Farriers:
Jay Debellis (360) 421-3577
Brain West (360) 202-6863

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