The Rannock Legacy
The story of a remarkable horse
Uncover the story of Rannock, a trailblazing foundation sire now celebrated in the Australian Stock Horse Society’s Hall of Fame. Despite limited opportunities, Rannock showcased the true versatility of the Australian Stock Horse across polo, campdrafting, and showing. This book honours South Australian families and their dedication to traditional breeding. It’s a vital record for future breeders and a reminder of the breed’s rich history. Dive in to preserve and celebrate the legacy of our foundation horses. Grab your copy today!
About The Rannock Legacy
Rannock was a foundation ASH sire born in 1967. The story of his legacy has not been told. He was recently recognised in the Australian Stock Horse Society's Hall of Fame, which is remarkable, for despite limited opportunity, he has risen to this honour.
HORSE LOVERS EVERYWHERE
Great horses deserve to have their stories told. The true heritage Australian Stock Horse is the “breed for every need” which can compete in the three main specialties of polo/polocrosse, campdrafting, and showing, and also in open disciplines, far outside the range of the traditional stock horse. Rannock was certainly one of these.
In many ways, this is a compilation of the records of South Australian families and their horses, not just Rannock, a scene which has long been regarded as an outlier by mainstream Australian Stock Horse enthusiasts. Hopefully this book will help to correct that oversight. It is an attempt to preserve information which would otherwise be lost. It also serves as a testament to those breeders who knew and upheld the traditions of breeding good horses, sadly, not always followed in today’s world of specialisation, and desire for quick results.
It is a historical reference document for future breeders, as it tells the story of a time which can quickly be overlooked, or dismissed as no longer relevant. The foundation horses of a breed, should always have their stories recorded, for interest in a breed’s history is a reason for newcomers to be attracted to a breed, and lessons can be learned along the way.
REFLECTIONS ON 50+YEARS OF HORSE BREEDING
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Celebrate Rannock’s Legacy
Discover the extraordinary story of Rannock, a foundation sire honoured in the Australian Stock Horse Society Hall of Fame. This book highlights his versatility and the dedication of South Australian breeders who shaped the breed’s history. Preserve this legacy and gain insight into the true essence of the Australian Stock Horse. Get your copy now!
Meet Jeanette Gower
Jeanette Gower has been breeding Australian Stock Horses for over 55 years in South Australia under the Chalani prefix. Together with her daughter Kim, the stud has enjoyed considerable success Australia wide. Jeanette taught adult Equine Studies for 19 years and has written numerous articles for equine magazines. In 1999 she wrote the widely acclaimed book Horse Colour Explained. Horses are her passion, and she shares that passion with her readers.
