09/01/2026
Almost three years ago Katie Hammond sent me her beautiful mare Guusje.. She found her the year prior and imported her in foal. After having her beautiful 1e filly Zoey she came to me to start her journey.
I remember Katie saying I really like this one and think she is special. I quickly understood why 🥰 as we call her in the barn Goose was getting ready for her first keuring and IBOP in the US in 2024. I can say we were delighted when she scored a 78.5 and was upgraded to 1e. She was Mare Champion and Champion of the day that year!
We then took her in 2025 for hopefully a Kroon upgrade and she didn’t disappoint. Becoming Kroon 👑 and was Reserve Champion mare and Reserve Champion of the day.
Starting our 2026 season we had our goal set for Sport. She now only needs three more scores hopefully achieving it this year. In all of her dressage training she kept getting strong and looking so mature like a Model mare! I told Katie let’s try for Model.. We believed she had what it took…
So last week we went to the 2026 NEFHC keuring. She walking into that arena with that look at ME attitude that we love. Her trot was powerful and she just looked amazing. At the end when they awarded her Champion of the mares and Champion of the day I was ecstatic! Then judge Jolanda Slootjes said it. This is now a MODEL mare!!!! 🥲 I think her owner Katie and I are still in such shock! I am so incredibly proud of this mare!! Goose you did it!!!!
🌟 Guusje v/d Bokkefarm Model AA🌟
Thank you Katie for trusting me with your incredible horses! You are not only kind but one of the most humble people I know. You are a true asset to the breed and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for you and your breeding program!
I have to say a BIG thank you to our judges Jolanda and Marissa Visser and incredible runners Tanner Reyenga & Siep Bangma You guys did an incredible job presenting each and every horse that day!
Once again thank you Northeast Friesian Horse Council for a great keuring!! To everyone that cheered us on at the event and from home we love you 😘