Dressage Begins The Steady Migration to Ocala!

Kim Van Kampen

The Ocala horse community has long been known for it’s diversity in disciplines, as the open space and rich soil in Marion County offers the perfect environment for a number of breeding and training operations for thoroughbred racing, hunter/jumper, western, Quarter Horse and Paso Fino enthusiasts. With anticipation for the grand opening at the World…

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Join Us for the 2020 Ocala Horse Properties’ Eventing Prix!

Liz on Cooley Quicksilver during the 2019 OHP Eventing Prix

Ocala Horse Properties takes great pride in our community involvement, and one of our favorite events during the year is right around the corner!  Tuesday March 3rd, we hope that you will join us at Southern Cross Equestrian to watch this region’s top ranked event riders battle it out for $20K in prize money. As…

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Team Halliday-Sharp Shines at 2020 Wellington Eventing Showcase!

This past weekend, a large group of supporters from both Ocala Horse Properties and Wellington Equestrian Realty came together at the 2020 Mars Wellington Eventing Showcase to witness a brilliant display of some of the top eventing talent in this country. Topping that list was our own, Liz Halliday-Sharp, riding Ocala Horse Properties’ Deniro Z…

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Ask The Vet: Should You Be Concerned About Windpuffs?

A veterinary surgeon undertakes an ultrasonic examination of a horse’s fetlock. Coombefield Veterinary Hospital, Summerleaze Farm, Axminster, Devon.

When you observe the fetlock region of your horse, you may find a puffiness or fluid-filled area on the back side (palmar/plantar region) of his fetlock. This fluid-filled area may be what is referred to as a windpuff. Windpuffs, or wind galls, are a result of fluid distention of the digital flexor tendon sheath (DFTS)…

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A Weekend of Burghley Firsts for Liz Halliday Sharp & Deniro Z!

PC: Serena Shelton Photography

Liz Halliday-Sharp’s and Deniro Z’s steady rise to success at the international level is the result of natural talent combined with an unyielding dedication to becoming world class competitors.  This past weekend at their first appearance at the Burghley Horse Trials in England, this duo tackled the historic event head on, achieving a 15th place finish…

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It’s Show Time at Burghley!

Deniro Z was well behaved during the trot up! Gorgeous photo by Libby Law on behalf of US Eventing.

We are buzzing with excitement for Liz Halliday-Sharp and Ocala Horse Properties’ Deniro Z, as they head into their weekend at the infamous Burghley Horse Trials!  The trot up and day 1 of dressage is completed, with Liz and Deniro Z trotting down the grass center line Friday morning at 4:38am EST (9:38GBT).  We hope…

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Checkout The New Buzz in Downtown Ocala!

Historic Downtown Ocala offers an appealing small city vibe, perfectly offset by the bucolic views of Marion County’s horse country surrounding the city.  What better way to top off a gorgeous fall day than a trip into the Historic District to grab a  meal and to quench your thirst.  With the subtle shift in temperature…

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