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Sire of Badam: Miras

Badam’s sire, Miras. Son of 1999 Junior World Champion, 2000 World Champion, and 2000 “Prize of Turkmenistan” Russian Championship race winner stallion Salyr; out of Karvolach line mare Mziuri. Photos from Dacor Akhal-Teke Stud Farm.

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  • October 22, 2025

A Monumental Milestone: 3 Arrivals from Kazakhstan

This week marks a profound, magical, and monumental milestone in our story. Lifelong dreams we never thought possible are manifesting, and today we celebrate the safe arrival of our first international imports!! Three extraordinary Akhal-Teke horses–representing a strong foundation for our program and new blood for the hopeful future of the Akhal-Teke breed in North […]

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  • October 18, 2025

Kerkav Placed 1st in Halter Stallions 5 & Up

Kerkav won 1st place in the ATAA Virtual Show Series for Akhal Teke and Partbreds ‘ Stallions 5YR and Up Halter Class! Virtual shows have really opened options for us to compete without the expense or logistics of an in person show. We are so grateful that now there is a virtual show specifically for […]

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  • October 15, 2025

The Social Dynamic of Stallion Welfare

The Institute of Genetics and Animal Biotechnology in Poland and the University of Veterinary Science in Austria has published new research on stallion welfare in relation to husbandry practices, behavioral management, and reproductive health. The Equitation Science International group makes a good synopsis of the value in full article linked below. It is so important […]

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  • October 9, 2025

Gelishikli: A Foundation Sire

Gelishikli (Fakir Sulu – Gezel), born in 1949 in Ashkabad. This is the sire line foundation stallion for our Akhal-Teke, Algushbai. This line is known for often producing smooth movements and good temperaments. Gelishikli is brother to another foundation sire, Fakirpelvan, both whom were graded Elite. Though Gelishikli did not succeed on the racetrack, he […]

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  • September 28, 2025