Stallion Approval of Studbook Zangersheide with a view to acceptance into the Zangersheide stud service 2026 is held on 14 and 15 March 2026 at Pôle International du Cheval Longines - Deauville (PIC), France.
Conditions of entry
The approval is open for all 3-yr-old and older stallions (from birth year 2023) registered with a recognized sport-studbook (WBFSH member) and with documented origins over four generations.
Entry
Registration must be completed though our website www.zangersheide.com by filling in the online entry form. At the time of registration, and no later than 27 february 2026, the following must be sent by email to [email protected]:
• A copy of the pedigree document of the stallion if he is registered with a studbook other than Studbook Zangersheide (including the UELN number, microchip number, and the page on which the breeder is listed).
• Radiographic examination of good technical quality (minimum 24 images), dated after 15 September 2025.
• A veterinary report completed and signed by your veterinarian (download here).
• At least 4 photos and a short video to assess the stallion’s conformation and limbs. An instructional example video can be viewed here. This video may also be sent via WhatsApp to +33 6 12 01 23 70, mentioning the stallion’s name.
Pre-selection
Based on the information above, a preselection will take place. If the result of the preselection is positive, the stallion will be invited to the actual approval. A positive preselection result is not automatically a guarantee for the approval of the exterior.
Vaccination
All stallions invited to the approval must have been vaccinated against influenza, tetanus and rhinopneumonitis. A vaccination certificate must be shown on request.
Selection obligations
A. NEWLY TO BE LICENSED STALLIONS
To be newly licensed, the following obligations must be met:
a. 3-yr-old stallions: conformation selection as shown in hand and in free jumping (namely, in over a cross with pole in front and at one stride an upright which will eventually be built into a sloping oxer);
b. 4-yr-old stallions: conformation selection as shown in hand and in free jumping or jumping a standard course (at the owner’s choice - please state this choice on the entry form);
c. 5-yr-old to 12-yr-old stallions: conformation selection as shown in hand and jumping a standard course. EXEMPTION: exemption can be granted by the selection committee for jumping of the standard course, if written proof is given by the relevant sport federation that the stallion has started at international level and/or national level at S- (D-NL) or A-level (F), has had three wins or five placings (first up to and including fifth place);
d. 13-yr-old and older stallions: conformation selection as shown in hand and assessment of the own performance and/ or performance of offspring. The selection committee will assess these data based on written proof submitted by an official body (sport federation and/or studbook). These stallions are exempted from jumping the standard course.
If a veterinarian appointed by Studbook Zangersheide deems it necessary to carry out a repeat radiographic or clinical examination, cooperation is mandatory before the stallion may enter the breeding service. The conclusions of the designated veterinarian will be definite. The DNA profile of all licensed stallions will be recorded. All newly to be licensed stallions shall be measured upon presentation of their original passport.
B. ALREADY Z-LICENSED 5-YR-OLD STALLIONS
Stallions approved for Studbook Zangersheide VZW at the age of 2, 3 or 4 years, must be confirmed if they reach the age of 5 in 2026, in order to be approved for life. This approval can be granted after participation and evaluation by the jury in the standard course or after evaluation by the jury of 3 videos of different competitions of the stallion. Also, for these stallions, a list of achievements must be submitted, issued by the sports organization of the country where the achievements were made.
Costs of the selection
The costs of selection for newly to be licensed stallions is € 500 to be settled as followed: • € 100 excl VAT registration with X-rays • € 400 excl VAT when invited for the approval (after X-ray examination) The costs of selection for already licensed 5-yr-old stallions amount to € 250 excl VAT to be settled upon entry.
The costs of travel and accommodation are covered by the stallion’s owner. The stallions invited to the selection can only stay at Deauville if the stable reservation is made at the time of entry! The costs of stabling amounts to € 45 Euro per day (€ 60 for wood shavings), to be settled upon arrival. All persons presenting and accompanying the stallions during the viewings must wear a protective helmet and a correct Z outfit (blue top and blue jeans).
Stallions to be licensed will be accepted in and under the rules of Studbook Zangersheide VZW. as laid down in the Technical Rules. No appeal is possible against the judgment of the jury. Presence and participation are at the owner’s own risk. Neither the organisation or its staff, including veterinarians, shall be liable for damage and/or accident. The organisation reserves the right to change programme rules, if necessarily or desirable, interrupt and/or cancel the approval if unforeseen circumstances should so require. The organisation shall not be held liable in any way in this respect, also not towards third parties.
Anything not provided for in the rules will be decided by the management of Studbook Zangersheide whose decision shall be binding. By signing the entry form, the owner declares to agree with the above conditions.