PROFILE
GH Collin O'Patrick (Collin), is both Connemara Society approved with Premium status as well as AWR First Premium Sport Pony approved and branded. Collin is by Bear Creek Croagh Patrick and out of Heaven's Ridge
Abby Dos. Heaven's Ridge Abby Dos is by Hideaway's Hustler, a full brother to Hideaway's Erin Go Bragh, who, at 15.1hh had a significant impact on the American eventing scene, a champion advanced eventer, and remains one of the winningest stallions in eventing of any breed to this day, currently sixth on the USEA list of sires. Hustler is by Hideaway's Erin Smithereen (who appears in Bear Creek Croagh Patrick's pedigree as well) is by the legendary and influential sire Toreen Laddie.
Collin began his career with a solid foundation in dressage competing successfully at lower levels with a junior rider. He also has made significant steps towards a carriage driving career. Collin enjoys fox hunting and schooling cross-country. He stepped into the jumper arena in 2007 standing out in the crowd initially for his size and cuteness, then for his outstanding jump and gentlemanly behavior.
All of Collin's Connemara foals have been awarded premium status. He already has an approved son who will welcome his first crop of foals in 2008. Collin has consistently shown that he passes on his beautiful conformation, athletic ability and awesome movement. He will continue his career both under saddle and in harness in 2008.
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