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"Hi
Lena and Brian,
The designer gene program has given us everything
we had hoped for, a lovely tempered, big
leggy palomino colt (Three Solid Bars x
Coliban Metallic Bars) he is everything
Lena said he would be and more. The experience
of breeding our first foal has been a pleasure,
hassle free, very well managed and by paying
in instalments has proved affordable.. Coliban
Quarter Horses has incredible bloodlines,
experience and knowledge delivered in a
very professional manner. We have a superbly
bred, correct, well tempered colt and couldn't
be happier. Thank you Lena you are a true
inspiration
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Claire
Chamberlain - Harley QH's, WA
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"I have transported numerous
horses from Coliban Quarter Horse stud over
the past three years. It has been a pleasure
to deal with Brian and Lena who I have always
found to be very professional and straight-forward
in their business dealings, whilst at the
same time to be very caring in the sales
of their horses. Lena genuinely cares about
the horses she sells and always wishes to
be kept informed as they travel across to
their new homes. I have transported some
truly beautiful horses to almost every state
in Australia for Coliban as their reputation
for good-minded, quality show and working
horses grows.
Lena offers great follow up advice to her
clients and is extremely honest in the description
of her horses and in matching them to the
prospective purchasers. Coliban's clients
are always delighted with the quality and
temperament of the horses that we deliver
to them and find them to be exactly as Lena
described them.
i am proud to be associated with Coliban
Quarter Horses and to work with breeders
of integrity who produce quality horses
that are a pleasure to handle.
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Prue
Jenkins - Notable Horse Transport, WA
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"I have recently visited
Coliban QH stud, and was amazed at what I
saw. The quality of horses is top level with
Lena and Brian owning some if not the best
bloodlines in the country. All of the mares
have excellent conformation and a temperment
to match. When I first arrived I was looking
around keen to see both stallions, I was unable
to spot them, after seeing all of the mares
I asked to see the stallions, to my amazement
I had been standing in full view of them the
whole time, they were both so quiet I did
not think they were stallions. Both boys are
so friendly and quiet and so tall! The young
stock that Lena and Brian breed are amazingly
quiet, well built and have the potential to
excell in anything in the right hands. I've
bought Coliban Three PM, an 8 month old gelding
from them when I visited simply because he
was so quiet with excellent nature and brilliant
conformation as well as top bloodlines.
With years to come I hope to buy many more
quality QHs from Coliban QH stud
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Emma
Stone - Saddleworth, SA
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"Hi Lena,
The designer program has appealed to me as
I am inexperienced in horse breeding but would
like to experience breeding a foal. Having
the opportunity to choose bloodlines, type
and increased chance of colour means that
I have an enhanced chance of breeding a horse
that will suit my needs. The designer gene
program offers many years of extensive breeding
that would physically take a person such as
myself a lot of money, time and effort to
acheive.
The added bonus is that the mare is foaled
down by experienced breeders and this means
that as an inexperienced breeder I do not
have the added stress at foaling time. The
foal will then be raised on a large property
in a settled herd environment to grow up to
be a strong healthy horse. Coliban will also
let me agist the foal to the age of 18 months
to two years so that it can run with a herd
of horses in a large environment and develop
normally physically, mentally and emotionally.
This herd environment will ensure that some
of the 'backyard' bred issues/behaviours I
have recently seen with a lot of foal/horses
will be eliminated. Backyard behaviours such
as anti-social horse group behaviour, lack
of boundaries between horse and human and
poor physical development are eliminated with
the designer gene program and the after care
agistment option. If it was not for the designer
gene program I would not breed.
Financially I have been able to use the payment
plan making a small fortnightly payment towards
my designer foal meaning that I do not have
a large financial outlay all at once, as long
as the total amount is paid before the foal
hits the ground. Lena has made the whole program
very easy for me to use with ensuring that
I am well informed by email and by encouraging
me to use her website for information.
Thank you Lena!! Give Honey a pat for me,
she looks gorgeous in her last lot of photos
on Stockyard. After she has been served by
Three Solid Bars I will come out and see both
of them if that is OK with you.
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Kindest Regards, Natalie
Matson
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"
Hi
Lena,
Coliban A Good Invitation has arrived safe
and well – she is everything you described
her as and more! It was a big leap of faith
for me to purchase a horse who was not only
on the other side of the country, but only
two days old at the time! After talking to
you about your breeding program, and believing
(as you do) in the strength of your bloodlines,
I took the leap, and I am so pleased I did!
I really appreciate all the photos and updates
you have regularly sent over the past seven
months. I feel as though I have been able
to watch her grow, and be part of all her
milestones, from worming to weaning –
halter breaking to float loading! She is a
truly beautiful filly – everything she
was bred to be! I am looking forward to us
getting to know each other, and to her future
career under saddle!
Thank you Lena and Brian for giving me the
opportunity to own a filly of such exceptional
breeding! She is ‘one of a kind’
in this country (until her brother or sister
is born). Your honesty and integrity in all
our dealings, will definitely be the standard
for others to aim for!
I could not have asked for more!
Best wishes
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Anita
Ault, Preist Gully Quarter Horses - Brisbane,
Qld
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"Well, congratulations
Coliban Quarter Horse stud on breeding yet
another fine foal. We are so excited with
our new purchase Coliban Texas Chocolate!
Chocolate is everything you said he would
be and more, he is so athletic and a nature
to die for, everything about this fellow is
without a doubt perfect.
Thank you Lena and Brian for your honesty
and making our new purchase so easy, with
all of the photos you sent and many phone
calls which kept us up to date with Chocolates
progress.
This is our first testimonial so look out
for the second one, because Chocolate is so
impressive we would love to purchase another
in the near future.
Not only have we formed a new friendship,
but feel a part of the Coliban Quarter Horse
family.."
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Donna
& Will George -Tamworth, NSW
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"We have been a long time
admirer of your boy – Three Solid Bars
and when the opportunity to purchase one of
your quality mares with a service to him arose,
we jumped at the chance. Well, a few months
later when it was cool enough to cross the
Nullarbor, Chips Chocolate Zip made the trip
across to our place here in Vic. She arrived
a picture of health and is so much more than
we expected - what an awesome mare! Due to
the distance between us, we did the majority
of our communication via e-mail, your description
of Chippa was spot on – if anything,
understated! She is so much more than we had
hoped for. I’d like to thank you for
your regular updates and pictures of Chippa
over the last couple of months; thank you
for your professionalism, your friendly and
always helpful approach. It’s been wonderful
to deal with you Lena and we are grateful
to you for allowing us to own this special
girl. You are a credit to the Quarter Horse
industry ."
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Joyce
Hollenberg, Vic
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"I recently had the pleasure of visiting Brian and Lena with my cousin to pick up her new QH Filly.
> What a great day, Brian and Lena make you feel very welcome and go out of there way to show you the lovely QH's they breed. The two stallions are amazing such gentle boys. It's not often that you go to a stud and find every mare and foal in such excellent condition and all so quiet and friendly with even the foals wanting their share of attention. The filly we went to look at was everything that Lena had said she would be and has settled in well at her new home. I know where I'll be going when my husband has time to slow down and enjoy the QH he has always wanted. Coliban Quarter Horses will be our one and only destination. Thanks for a great visit, I'm looking forward to visiting again one day.
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Neryl Simmons - Arylin Pony Stud, Perth
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"All the information that you gave me to do with this mare Zipped In Gold that I purchased from you was spot on especially seeing that she has not been ridden for a number of years. After her first ride she new what I wanted even though I have never ridden western before I'm only a show jump rider so this is new and she will teach me what to do. If I'm ever looking for another quarter horse or I know of anybody who is I will get them to contact you because all your stock is great. ."
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Lee Mitchell
- Ceduna, SA
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"I was hired by Lena to not only photograph True Blue Texan, but also prep him for the photo shoot, as she was unable to attend the photoshoot due to geographic distance. Blu was a pleasure to handle at all times. He had never seen me or my assistant before and even when he was distracted by the pretty mares walking past he was happy to be washed, groomed and trimmed by
complete strangers. Blu is truly an exceptional stallion, with impeccable manners and was
wonderful to work with; proudly displaying his athleticism at one moment, and the next coming up for a scratch on the neck. ."
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Jaana Wilson - Equine Photographer
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"Thank you Lena and Brian for all of the help that you have given me in the past 5 years. Not only are the horses that you have sold me a great pleasure to own but the professional and friendly manner in which you conduct your business makes it such a n absolute enjoyment to do business with you. the personal time and attention that you give to each and everyone of your clients is something very special. So thank you once again. The industry is in safe hands as long as people such as yourselves are involved."
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Dani Giles - Quicksilver Charolais
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"Thank you so much Lena and Brian Candy is everything you said she was big, bold and beautiful with an eye appeal that not many horses possess. Candy ( DVD o Lena ) arrived here cool calm and collected even after the long trip and bad weather on the way up and has settled in nicely with her yearling son at her side once more. Her temperament is a real credit to you both as even know she doesn't know me well yet she gives all the love and respect an owner could ask for.
Lena and Brian you have been so wonderful and helpful to me over the past year and a half and I will forever be grateful and feel blessed to own two horses from you. Ill be in touch soon to update you on how her breaking is going.
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Kellie O'Brien - Perth WA
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"Bamby (Three Solid Bars x Twylight Blues) finally arrived home here yesterday afternoon after her very long trip to Victoria! Within the first few minuets, she looked and acted as if she had been here her whole young life. For a yearling to travel that well, and come off of the truck as well as she did speaks so much for her temperament, as well as the quality of handling she has had with you both. Bamby is everything you said she would be, and is so people friendly! I appreciate your kindness, generosity, but most of all your honestly as I bought this filly on the merits of her breeding, as well as the many photos you sent. Not many breeders are as forthcoming with info, easy to speak to, knowledgeable, and caring as you are. Thank you so much, we will surely keep in touch. We love our new filly! "
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Michelle Steinmann - Encore Quarter Horses
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"In
searching for a filly
from fully imported
parents, I found an
outstanding prospect on
Coliban’s Website. At
the time of my first
email, the filly was
only 24 hours old! I had
bought foals before,
however, none quite this
young! I found Lena
incredibly professional
in all her discussions
with me, and more than
happy to discuss the
bloodlines and planning
that had gone into
breeding this
spectacular filly. Lena
has made every effort to
be accommodating in all
her dealings with me,
and has gone out of her
way to ensure I am happy
with any arrangements we
have made. She is
keeping me posted with
the filly’s progress
and is sending me
regular photos so I can
be part of her ‘growing
up’, despite being on
the other side of the
country! I am excited by
the prospect of this
filly’s potential with
the incredible
bloodlines she
possesses, and look
forward to building a
partnership with her
when she is able to
travel to her new home!
Thank you Lena and
Brian, for allowing me
this incredible
opportunity"
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Anita
Ault - Priest Gully QH's,
Qld
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"Hi
Lena, Coliban Zippin Breeze
arrived very fit and well for
her trip across the Nullabor.
She is a very nice filly, well
grown and a lovely mover. We
have high hopes for her and
thank you for parting with
her."
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Yasmin Lee-Steere - Jayes
Park, Vic
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"We
recently purchased Coliban
Ebony Amber from Brian and
Lena. She is everything
they said she was which makes
it a great pleasure dealing
with people who are honest and
true to their word. She
is a fantastic pony and is
quickly becoming my
daughter’s best friend.
We would certainly like to
deal with Brian and Lena again
if the occasion arises as we
had the pleasure of meeting
their lovely quarter horses at
their property....."
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Angela Herzer- Northam,
Perth WA
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"I
purchased a weanling from
Brian and Lena unseen based
purely on the information I
received from them and a
friend who had seen the colt.
Everything I was told is true.
The colt has the calmest
temperament and it amazes us
to see a 5 month old foal
being led on a halter. His
lovely nature and intelligence
are testament to how well he
has been bred and handled.
Brian and Lena even went out
of their way to deliver the
colt to Perth. I found them
extremely professional to deal
with. They replied to every
email promptly and sent me
photographs when I asked for
them. I would like to thank
them for being reliable and so
accommodating. I truly am
impressed by their
professionalism and would not
hesitate to deal with them
again.."
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Khadijah Hansia -Perth WA
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"Hi
Lena
Jack was a pure
delight at the show
yesterday and lots
of people came up for
a cuddle.
I know we didn't
came back with any
flashy ribbons but
that little horse you
bred is wonderful and
if there was a prize
for best mannered/best
behaved he would have
been a winner across
all ages."
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"Whilst
looking at expanding our
breeding enterprise to
include another
stallion, we had set
ourselves a strict set
of guidelines. Firstly
the prospective stallion
must have breeding,
correct conformation,
temperament, athletic
ability and must possess
colour. After a few years
of searching thru
the numerous for sale
barns and yet to find
that special horse,
we came across a
gorgeous weanling dilute
colt with the most
exquisite features for
sale at Coliban. After
exchanging many emails
and a few calls, the
colt was secured for
future stud duties.
Being located on the
other side of the
continent we relied
heavily on the honesty
of Lena as well as
numerous photo's to
close the deal. As time
passed and with baited
breathe, we welcomed the
arrival of our new
purchase and quickly
went about getting to
know him better. Every
thing we were told about
our boy was true and
correct, if not a little
understated and it
was refreshing to do
business with such an
honest and reputable
breeder. We would
gladly recommend doing
business with Coliban
QH's and look forward to
doing business again in
the near future"
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David
& Rachael Rivett, Davrac
Quarter Horses – Dubbo,
NSW
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"Brian
and Lena make you feel
welcome from the minute
you arrive at their
stud, they are
generous with their
time and knowledge of
Quarter horses and
breeding. I would have
no hesitation in
recommending Coliban
Quarter Horse Stud to
anyone. Our Three
Solid Bars, “Coliban
Three Extremes”
weanling is a super
cool laid back, well
put together animal
and I look forward to
campaigning him in
halter at shows until
its time to back and
ride him. If you want
a well bred, well put
together horse with a
calm attitude head to
Coliban Quarter Horse
Stud."
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Jasslyn
& David Robinson –
Gidgegannup W.A
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"My
story.......For many
years I had
dreamed of owning a
quarter horse and
would frequently gaze
at numerous web sites
that were from across
the country, when one
day I stumbled
across a stud called
Coliban in W.A., my
home state, that is
breeding quality
quarter horses at a
realistic price. It
was here that I
found my little man.
He is a red roan colt
that has loads of
muscle with a real
spunk about him. He
also happens to be the
first foal born by
Tru Blu Texan(imp) at
Coliban. I fell in
love with him straight
away, he is as
bold as an eagle and
just loves people
which is what I wanted
in a horse.Thank you
Brian and Lena, you
have been wonderful to
deal with. I truly
appreciate the
knowledge and support
you have given over
the months. thanks
again"
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Kellie
O'Brien from Swan
Valley W.A
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"I
bought an absolutly
beautiful quiet filly from
Brian and Lena from
Coliban Quarter Horses.
they were very easy to
deal with and to talk to.
i felt very welcome to
have a look at their
horses and was really
impressed with the
kindness and hospitality
shown to me and my family.
i was happy with the way
they handled their foals.
I had a five hour
drive home with her in the
float it was her first
time travelling. i was
very suprised with how
quiet she was as she
didn't even blink an eye
the whole way home. i
would just like to thank
them for my beautiful
filly and would not
hesitate to deal with them
again."
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Jackie
Farr form WA Manjimup
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"Dear
Brian and Lena
I just wanted to thank you
both for being understanding
business people with heart,
something which is rare to
find these days. After a lot
of frustrating hurdles
on my mare's part, she is
safely in foal to Three
Solid Bars. He is such an
awesome boy and a real
gentleman. I love the big
fella that much that I have
decided to put the latest
addition to the family,
Goldie Morn, (aka Spunky) to
him as well. She is such a
sweet heart and you guys
bred her(what an excellent
job!), so she should have an
awesome foal by Arnold.
Lena and Brian, it is great
doing business with you
guys, even though you are very
busy with the Post Office
and the farm, you always
make time for a chat on the
phone and are always helpful
with your advice.
Thank you again you two for
the truck loads of help (and
the lovely horses) you have
supplied to me over the
years. I really do
appreciate it and can't wait
to see what Gypsy and Spunky
produce this time round!!
PS. Rocky says thanks for
Spunky too!! "
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Jo Mantach,
Mantach Transport, Ravensthorpe,
WA
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"Dear
Lena & Brian,
I would
just like to extend my thanks
to you both for allowing me
the opportunity to prepare
both your imported stallions
(Three Solid Bars & Tru
Blu Texan) for a photo shoot
recently.
I must say,
I was most surprised at how
quiet and well mannered they
both were, especially when I
found out they were so young
and it was their first time to
be show prepared.
I would
have bet money that they had
been show prepared several
times before.
They were a
real pleasure to work with and
I would be more than happy to
assist you in the future if
required.
Thank
you for everything. "
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"Lena,
I am more than happy to write
a few words, what can I say, you
have been super efficient, super
easy to deal with, on time,
reliable, accommodating, true to
your word, professional and best
of all we are now just waiting
another 9 or so months for the end
result!
Thanks!" |
Georgie & Bill
Wilson, VIC
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"I
was looking for a nice quiet, solid
horse to purchase. I wanted a cattle
horse, a safe horse and something I
could take anywhere and feel secure
with, do a bit of competing on, as
well as a bit of a flashy good
looking horse. I've never owned or
ridden a Quarter horse.
MY TEXAS DANDY is "the
one". Straight away he was very
friendly and a real people horse.
Once broken he has been lovely and
willing to learn yet still has
spirit and personality. A BIG BOLD
and brave horse yet still very
reliable. I school him in arena for
flat work, ride him out, all over
the farm, work the cattle and
compete campdrafting. He hooks onto
a cow and is so focused its awesome.
As a rising 6yo he has really
evolved and is an integral part of
the team. He has spirit, safety,
personality, natural skill and
ability and he is stunning! I enjoy
having him around and love him. He
loves being around too and ALWAYS
wants to be part of whats going on
which shows how keen and interested
in life he is, and that to me says
he wants to please, he tries hard
all the time to improve and impress.
Thanks Lena and Brian. Great asset.
I want to add the follow up from you
both is wonderful, coming to see him
in his chosen field of sport and
keeping in touch is supportive and
appreciated. He is a special fella
our Dandy. " |
Anita Bennett, South
Stirlings
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"If
anyone is looking for a quarter horse
I would highly recommend Coliban
Quarter Horse Stud. I have just
purchased a very well bred filly by
Three Solid Bars,her name is Coliban
Three At The Bar. She is a beautiful
deep gold palamino with a thick snow
white mane and tail. In all my
dealings with Lena it has always been
a friendly and professional approach,
which is why I would deal with them
again in the future.
Thanks again Lena." |
Lyn Hubbard, Brookton, WA
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Hi Lena and Brian
I was just looking at Arnie's babies,
now about 6 months old, and wanted to
tell you how pleased I am with them.
Although they have the same granddad
and dad they are both quite different;
one being built like a weight lifter
(a little like 3 Solid Bars) and the
other as slim and lithe as a dancer.
Both are well balanced, fluid in
movement and have good dispositions.
I don't know yet what jobs they are
headed for but I can predict that they
will be good at them no matter what.
The babies have the sense and
athleticism to excel at whatever they
do. But that stuff is a long way
away. At the moment they are
just fun.
In addition I want to thank you for
making the breeding process so easy.
Your knowledge and advice went a long
way in easing my mind, helping me
select the mares and keeping the
encouragement going." |
Skip and Ann Groman,
Margaret River
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Hi Lena, Just thought I would drop you
a line, the girl arrived fit and
well, I have turned her out with the
yearling's and event though she gives
them a 4 or 5 month's head start she
is just as big as them all, she's not
even the smallest. Anyway she looks
great, I will keep you posted on her
progress, Bye for now " |
Yasmin Lee-Steere, Jayes
Park, Vic
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"I
met Lena and Brian 3yrs ago now when i
arrived at their stud to do work
experience, in the time spent with
them and their horses i have learnt so
much about breeding and all it
entails. I'm also the owner of 2
beautiful horses from their stud one
currently under saddle and doing
great, the other just a weanling im so
happy with the horses i've brought
from their stud that i wouldn't
hesitate to do it all again.
I would like to thank Coliban QH Stud
for not only breeding great quarter
horses but spending time with me to
teach me all about them i know that we
will remain great friends for years to
come." |
Elysha Murphy
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"Looking
for a horse? Where do you go??
Looking for your first horse or a new
horse can be quite daunting. In May
2006 I bought a horse after 23 years
of not owning one and I found it quite
a challenge. There are huge choices
“over east” but not in WA. After
going on the “Stockyard” website I
found a bay filly from Coliban Quarter
Horse Stud. She was only a yearling
but her bloodlines were so impressive
that it sparked my interest (and she
was very pretty too!) After weeks of
comparing prices and bloodlines of
what was “over east” and value for
money I found that what was on offer
from Coliban was more and more to my
liking. I reserved this filly and then
travelled to Newdegate to inspect her.
Her nature was so wonderful that I
fell in love with her instantly.
Brian and Lena made my family so
welcome and after spending the night I
inspected the broodmares the next day.
The variety of bloodlines on offer was
amazing and there were heaps of
Palominos (which I have always loved
since a little girl). I immediately
reserved a foal from the next cropping
and now I am also the proud owner of a
Palomino gelding.
Coliban may not be as “fancy” as
some other studs; but for versatility
of bloodlines and quality I would
recommend it as a place to look.
And Lena – what can I say? She just
oozes with knowledge of bloodlines,
colour and all aspects of breeding.
I’m sure Coliban can custom breed
you a horse of your choice and you
won’t be disappointed!" |
Roxanne Johnston
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"We
couldn't speak more highly of Lena and
Brian Rasmussen.
We recently purchased "Coliban
Metallic Rules" for our junior
sire. This dynamic little horse is a
pleasure to be around. I hope we have
a long successful show career
together, it sure has started out
good!
We have also used their services
breeding with "Tru Blu
Texan".
We would recommend them for thir
friendly, honest, professional
approach in all our dealings.
Looking forward to future business
with them." |
Nicola and Corey Baker
Roan Hill stud Charters Towers, QLD
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& Brian what can I say, you guys
are great people and have done a
fantastic job on importing some great
foundation bloodlines into this
country. You have a great selection of
broodmares to suit all aspects of the
western industry. Having purchased 2
horses from Coliban QH stud I have not
only brought great horses but have
acquired a true friendship with you
both. I wish the pair of you all the
best with your breeding programme and
would highly recommend your stud to
anyone who wants to purchase their new
equine friend – from all of us here
@ The Hodges family home of Coliban
Rusty Rules." |
Sue Hodges
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