Wednesday, July 26, 2017

2017 Friesian Stable Foal

2017 Friesian Stable Foal

Liefke had a baby boy this morning (6/17/17) at 2:30am, unfortunately he didn't survive. Liefke is so grief stricken, she laid down next to him and put her head on him....she doesn't want to leave his side. Very sad day here at Friesian Stable! ðŸ’”

Tuesday, July 25, 2017

SOLD - William of Friesian Stable

William of Friesian Stable
Congratulations to Carrie of Bakersfield, California on the purchase of William of Friesian Stable (Willie)!  Willie is a registered FPS/FHANA stud colt born April 1, 2015 and is out of Lolke 371 Sport and Liefke von Reh (dam's sire Jorrit 363).  Willie will be an excellent Dressage & Driving partner!

SOLD - Patricia of Friesian Stable

Patricia of Friesian Stable
Congratulations to Amy from Minnesota on the purchase of Patricia of Friesian Stable (Patty)! Patty is a registered FPS/FHANA filly born on May 3, 2013 and is out of Fridse 423 Sport and Tekla W (dam's sire Erik 351).  She is such a pretty girl with beautiful confirmation!!

Open Barn Party 2016


In Memory - Edna Lee Wentland



Edna Lee Wentland, Co-founder Friesian Stable
May 13, 1940 - February 9, 2017

Our beautiful mother passed away.  We can hardly realize what life will be like without her, who was the center of everything. Her suffering (from Alzheimer’s) has ended, yet our suffering (from shattered heart) has just begun.  How do we tell you about the most important woman in our life, our hero...our Mom?  For those of you who never got to meet our Mom....She was very lovely, affectionate and unselfish.  Besides her family and close friends, she deeply loved her gardens, dogs (Dobermans) and especially our majestic Friesian horses.  She was brilliantly clever, talented and had a wonderful head for business.  Her passion for KFPS/FHANA registered Friesian horses led to the creation of Friesian Stable.  Mom’s pride of her farm, gardens and horses extended to many visitors, including people passing along the highway.  She would give tours of her perennial gardens, renovated 100+- year-old farmhouse and the finale was the custom-built horse barn full of Friesian horses.  She enjoyed sharing her treasures with everyone.  We wish you all could have met our Mom.  We love you Mom –
Becky Avalos, Leslie (Avalos) and Scott Losey, John and Carla Avalos, Jesse and Sheila Wentland Jr., four grandchildren and two great-grand- children. Survived by husband Jesse Wentland, best friend Patricia (and Alvin) Tonn, many relatives and good friends. Preceded in death by par- ents Clyde and Elsie Bristol, sister Patricia Holmes and brother Roger Bristol. 


Monday, July 24, 2017

Chrytse CJF "Chrissy"





We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Renowned KFPS Breeder, Darcy Miller of Crown Jewel Friesians for the exceptional opportunity to own this beautiful rare filly!

Chrytse CJF is FULL Papered/FULL Pedigree (Julius 486) filly out of Rolls Royce of Motherlines!  She’s an Oege 267 Preferent line filly (the hair man). Dam has consistently produced beautiful foals with incredible Oege/Anton manes and tails and proven winners at the North American KFPS Keurings.  Her dam is Star Mare, Liske E *2 (of 2) daughter of the famous Elbricht MODEL-DOUBLE PREFERENT PRESTANTIE MOTHER (Crown Jewel *8) the most predicated KFPS Mare in History ever sired by the legendary, Oege 267 Preferent!  Her sire is the amazing JULIUS 486!  Grand Sire is Norbert 444 Sport x Beart 411 Preferent.  Norbert was the World Champion Friesian Stallion in 2012, 2013 and 2014, making KFPS history!  The motherline is exceptional and the producer of a VERY HIGH number of approved stallions. Chrytse has a low inbreeding 1.76%, which will be a huge asset to our breeding program. The full paper is over the last 75 years, close to the inception of stam 44, and begins with Daetke M+P.  Within the motherline, Liske E’s sister gave birth to Olgert 445 that was approved a few years ago.  Olgert's 1st foal crop gave him an Approved son.  Liske's other sister, Model mare Renske, had a daughter that gave birth to Fonger 478 that was approved in 2014.  Liske’s great great grandmother, Marriannke Star Preferent gave birth to Chrytzen 246.  Chrytse's dam, Liske E Star, is already half way to Preferent herself on her first two offspring!  (Ivanke CJF Star) earned KEURING DAY CHAMPION and CHAMPION MARE. She brought the following scores for trot: Length 107, Strength 108, Balance 106 and Elasticity 107 which is a score of 8. Additionally Liske's son (Frans CJF Star) earned the STAR STALLION predicate in 2014.  The Star Stallion predicate is rare and is only awarded to stallions that are judged to be “superior” in both conformation and movement.  He is very rich in type and received an 8. Judges comments: Very good trot, lots of power, bending, space and suspension.  Chryste is out of the bloodline line of the accomplished and well known Jan van’t Ende, breeder of GENERATIONS of Breeding Day CHAMPION ELBRICHTS in the Netherlands as well as winners in sport. His mare Elbricht was the first filly out of Tiete Star, Tiete was bred by the former MAIN INSPECTOR of the KFPS, Hendrik Draaier from Twijzel.  The dam’s pedigree paired with the Julius 486 brings:

One TRIPLE Preferent Crown Jewel Mare *13 (only mare in the history of the KFPS to ever achieve this)

Two DOUBLE Preferent Crown Jewel Mares *11 and *8

Total Preferents 36 (Preferent Mares 20, Preferent Stallions 16)

Prestatie Mothers 6

Sport Predicate 11

Chrytse’s Dam grows a 4 foot long mane, so she has this in her bloodlines. (Julius 486 x Ulke 338 Sport x Oege 267 Preferent x Cobus 248 (from the rare Age 168 line).  Chrytse has been bred for health, temperament and this line has consistently excelled in sport ability.  Chrytse is guaranteed to be 100% free of Hydrocephalus (DNA gene test) and NEGATIVE for Dwarfism (DNA marker test).

HIGHLIGHTS of Dam’s Performance Record:

USEF National Farnham Platform HORSE OF THE YEAR CHAMPION in Specialty

USEF/IFSHA (A rated) HORSE OF THE YEAR CHAMPION, Friesian In-hand

USEF/USDF (A rated) FHANA World Championship Horse Show HIGH POINT CHAMPION (3) out of 82 Friesians.

USEF/USDF/FSHR Dressage Sport Horse Breed Show (A rated)
OPEN Friesian Breed Class OVERALL HIGH POINT FRIESIAN (all genders).

USEF/USDF REGIONAL OVERALL HIGH POINT OF THE SHOW CHAMPION and OVERALL SHOW CHAMPION MARE.

USEF NATIONAL CHAMPION Friesian filly (2 and under).

USEF NATIONAL LEADING SIRE (3rd) for performance of offspring of Ulke 338 (Liske E).

NEFHC Friesian Horses Classic Horse Show OVER ALL SHOW CHAMPION for Friesian In-hand (3). Mare In-hand CHAMPION. LIBERTY CHAMPION (3) leaving many stallions in her wake. DRESSAGE SUITABILITY CHAMPION. DRESSAGE CHAMPION (Intro B&C).

USEF Region 1 HORSE OF THE YEAR CHAMPION in 2 categories

USEF/USDF (A rated) CRAA Horse Show Overall High Point Friesian Champion and Overall High Point Champion Mare.

Liske E was retired from competition at an early age to be in the breeding barn! She ended her show career being the NATIONAL POINTS LEADER of both the USEF and IFSHA!

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Renowned KFPS Breeder, Darcy Miller of Crown Jewel Friesians for the exceptional opportunity to own this beautiful rare filly!




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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

SOLD - Tyler of Friesian Stable

Tyler of Friesian Stable

Tyler is a stud colt born 6/2/06 out of Teade 392 and our studbook mare Tekla W, (dam’s sire Erik 351). He has the same characteristics in the head as his sire and grand sire (Anton 343, who's known for his hair!) He has long legs and already knows how to use them. His mother's extremely mild disposition inspires him to be calm and gentle. Teade is the most popular Friesian in the country and is competing at 3rd level with scores in the 70's. Tyler would make a great prospect for dressage.

Tyler's friendly and loving around adults and kids. He enjoys playing in the pastures with the other horses and dogs. He also likes to watch us drive the machinery around the farm. Tyler has some of the same inquisitive nature and intelligence as Reagan.

Congratulations to Lizann from Oregon on your purchase of Tyler!



Tyler with his mother, Tekla W



Tyler got a 2nd premie at the 2006 Minnesota Keuring!

SOLD - Dwight of Friesian Stable

Dwight of Friesian Stable

Dwight "Dewy" is a registered FPS/FHANA stud cold, born 6/19/09 out of Nanning 374 and our studbook mare Tekla W, (dam’s sire Erik 351). He is a full brother to Reagan of Friesian Stable, here on our website under 'Our Horses.' He has the same noble features inherited from Nanning, including long forelegs, gorgeous arched neck, powerful hindquarters and lots of feathers! Nanning is one of the tallest approved stallions in North America. Dewy has a very outgoing personality and get along well with the other horses. He's the first one to greet you in the barn - and loves attention. Dewy will be an excellent horse for all disciplines including dressage, western, pleasure and driving!

Congratulations to Laura of Missouri on the purchase of Dwight!




SOLD - George of Friesian Stable

George of Friesian Stable

George is a registered FPS/FHANA yearling stud colt, born 7/12/2010 out of Nanning 374 and our studbook mare Tekla W, (dam’s sire Erik 351). He is a big boy, over 100+ pounds when he was born. George has noble features inherited from Nanning, including long forelegs, gorgeous arched neck, and a large chest! He will mature to 16+ hands. He is very sweet and loves to follow you around. George received a 2nd Premie at the 2010 FPS/FHANA Dutch Friesian Keuring Inspection at the Central Wisconsin State Fair by the Dutch Friesian judges!

Congratulations to Guy of New York on the purchase of George!

George trotting outside the barn

George striking a pose

George and Sidney inside the barn

George and his mom, Tekla, at the Friesian Keuring Sept. 2010. - George was awarded 2nd premie!

SOLD - Abigail of Friesian Stable



Abigail of Friesian Stable

Abigail, "Abby," is an FPS/FHANA filly born 5/9/08 out of Anton 343 and our studbook mare Liefke Von Reh, (dam’s sire Jorrit 363). Abby is very much like her mother. She has feminine characteristics and an outgoing personality. She's the first one to greet you in the morning, when entering the barn! Abby has a sweet face with pretty eyes. Her movement is graceful and floating, which is a traditional Friesian trait. Abby's sire, Anton 343 passes along his classic Friesian look, abundant hair and athleticisms. Anton's offspring are affectionate, levelheaded, and full of personality. Abby is curious and interested in farm activities - kids, horses, dogs and farm equipment, and doesn't spook. She should mature to 15.3 hands and be of modern build. Abby would make an excellent prospect for dressage or pleasure riding.

Congratulations to Julie W. of Wisconsin on the purchase of Abby!!


Abigail in the round pen 


Abigail winter 2009, yearling

Abigail in pasture with mom (Liefke), one month old

Abigail in pasture with mom (Liefke), one month old

Monday, June 4, 2012

SOLD - Reagan of Friesian Stable

Reagan of Friesian Stable
Reagan is a registered 3rd premie studbook FPS/FHANA, born 5/23/05 out of Nanning 374 and our studbook mare Tekla W, (dam’s sire Erik 351). He has noble features inherited from Nanning, including long forelegs, gorgeous arched neck, powerful hindquarters and lots of feathers! Over the past two years, Reagan has been trained to ride and drive. He was training for four months this past summer to drive, while preping for the Friesian Keuring. Then he spent two months training on trail rides, including over night horse camping. Reagan really enjoyed good workouts with steep hills, rough terrain and swimming in the river. He is very willing and eager to learn new things. He is great for vets, ferriers, and grooming, including washing & clipping. Reagan enjoys visitors who stop by to see him, and he loves attention from everybody especially children. Reagan will be an excellent horse for all disciplines including dressage, western, pleasure and driving!

Reagan received Grand Champion Gelding award at the 2010 FPS/FHANA Dutch Friesian Keuring Inspection at the Central Wisconsin State Fair by the Dutch Friesian judges!

Congratulations to Debbie of New York on the purchase of Reagan!!


Reagan posing while the Dutch Friesian judges evaluate him

Reagan with his riding gear on

Billy riding Reagan outside

Billy riding Reagan inside

Reagan with his driving gear on

Reagan ready to drive

Reagan driving with Billy the trainer

Reagan cooling off after training

Reagan playing soccer with Karen Bessel, trainer

Reagan and I


Calvin of Friesian Stable

Calvin of Friesian Stable, Ster Grand Champion


Calvin is a 9 year-old FPS/FHANA Ster, Grand Champion gelding born 5/27/08 out of Anton 343 and our studbook mare Tekla W, (dam’s sire Erik 351). He is a big strong boy, with long legs. Calvin's sire, Anton 343 passes along his classic Friesian look, abundant hair and athleticisms. Anton's offspring are affectionate, levelheaded, and full of personality. His mother's mild disposition inspires him to be calm and gentle. Calvin is inquisitive and fearless around adults, kids, horses and farm machinery. He also enjoys playing in the pastures with the horses. Calvin is 16.1 hands with tons of hair!  Calvin has been trained in Dressage & Driving.

Calvin at the 2011 KFPS/FHANA Keuring

Calvin without braids


Calvin at Rush City Parade


Calvin parking cars at Pine City Bull Riding


Calvin & Leslie winter


Calvin 2 year old

Calvin winter time 2009 - yearling

Calvin in pasture with mom (Tekla), one month old

Calvin in pasture, one month old