The Virtual Vendor

Special Offer for DressageDaily Readers - 5% off all items! Code: HORSES - AmeriBag, Inc. was formed in 1987. Core values of AmeriBag, Inc., based in Kingston, NY, are reflected in the uncompromising union of style, functionality, value and quality of product. Co-Founders of the company Irwin and Margery Gaffin developed the Healthy Back Bag® tote in 1994.

Tigger Montague is a High Performance Dressage rider and Freestyle creator who spent time in the Netherlands, training with Susie Dunkley at Anky van Grunsven’s barn in Erp. Her in depth knowledge and understanding of nutrition and the value of whole food for the equine athlete has been the driving force in her life’s work.

For the past 20 years, Sheri Dumonceaux, a Grand Prix rider/trainer from Alberta,Canada has been training and teaching dressage.  “From early on, I realized that the riding was as much a mind sport as a physical one” says Sheri. “I could get lots of riding help but not so much mental coaching”.  Watching people struggle with fears both at home and at the shows, Sheri really saw that the area of “the mind game of dressage”, needed a lot of work.  

One of Colombia's top international riders for much of his career, Dr. Cesar Parra’s version of the American dream came true in 2011 of not only representing the U.S. when he competed Grandioso at the Pan American Games, in Guadalajara, Mexico but helping secure a Team Gold Medal for the USA.

Dressage4Kids, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization incorporated for the express purpose of providing educational and competitive opportunities for youth riders and the adults who support them. The purpose of Dressage4Kids is to encourage riders under 21 to become true horsemen; to offer scholarships; to develop good sportsmanship; to support programs for adults who in turn educate youth; and to have fun. To this end, Dressage4Kids, Inc.

Felicitas has lived in the US for 30 years working out of First Choice Farm in Maryland as an international dressage trainer and competitor. Encouraged by her mentor and employer Gene Freeze, also owner of County Saddlery, she went back to Germany and completed her Master Degree as an instructor (Reitlehrer FN) not only first in the class but also with the best scores ever awarded up to that point.

Nestled in over 400 acres of northern Maryland, Hilltop Farm offers a tranquil setting, excellent pastures and endless possibilities. For over 20 years, Hilltop Farm has been a leader in the US sporthorse industry and we continue to evolve our programs each year. 

“We love meeting with our clients and want to encourage everyone to stop by our mobile show trailer at the shows. We have a great time and love to show everyone our new products, styles and lines. We really believe in customer service, which is something we are very proud of,” says Beth Haist, who together with her husband Marty, a master saddler travel the dressage circuit.

Janna is a U.S. Dressage Federation Gold Medalist who has studied with Georg Heyser, Jessica Ransehausen and Robert Dover. Having competed heavily and successfully on several different horses at CDI-W's at all FEI levels, she received a USET/Asmis grant to study at Dr. Reiner Klimke's stable with her horse.

Kim Herslow is a rider who keeps the quality in the gaits as the horse climbs the levels in training. Herslow spends an extraordinary amount of time going back to the dressage basics in order to gain a horse’s confidence and trust.  A rider who understand the needs of the horse, she listens to the movement of the horse to communicate clearly.

Mette Larsen, an avid dressage rider founded Metlar Saddlery whose mission is to provide the highest quality premium performance equestrian products. Through Metlar, Larsen intends to share the best products from around the world and share her passion about horses and good riding.

Rolling Stone Farm is an elite Hanoverian and Oldenburg (GOV) breeding farm located in beautiful Slatington, Pennsylvania. Our lovely and tranquil 40 acre facility is complete with indoor/outdoor rings, breeding areas, large box stalls and acres of rolling pastures in a very peaceful setting; perfect for breeding, raising and training truly wonderful warmblood horses.

Sharon Packer of Horse Sports Photography grew up with horses in her life and those early relationships kindled a lifelong affinity. With her history of ownership, competitive riding in the "English" disciplines, understanding of conformation, breeding, and farm management, she brings a knowledge base that is extremely helpful in meeting all of your equine photography needs.

ShowChic is an upscale dressage fashion boutique located in Wellington, Florida. The new name reflects an all new look and plenty of new Chic inventory! ShowChic carries everything you need to dress for success in the dressage arena, including sought after brands like Kentucky, Cavallo, Arista, Pikeur, Samshield, Animo, GPA, and Charles Owen.

SportHorseAuctions.com by Flashpoint Bloodstock, LLC is a company backed by decades of auction experience and two lifetimes in the horse business. Bringing the market on the scene and on line is their specialty.

Deborah Witty, the owner and president of Trilogy Dressage Saddles and Performance Saddlery, has spent years helping top riders such as George Williams, Guenter Seidel, Courtney King-Dye, Shannon Peters and Debbie McDonald with their saddle needs. After recognizing a need in the market place for a saddle line that addressees more of the horse and riders needs, Witty developed her line of Trilogy Saddles.

Christophe Hinkel, breeding manager at the renowned Performance Sales International, Germany, home of the majority of the worlds’ top breeding stallions, has this to say about Judy Yancey. "At PSI we have had a long and successful relationship working with Yancey Farms. Judy Yancey understands the importance of the quality services required for assuring the best results when using imported semen for mares.