Special Invitation, 1998 bay tobiano Paint Horse stallion

Special Invitation

1998 Bay Tobiano Paint Horse (APHA) Stallion, 15.2h

Invitation Only x Ribbon In My Hair (Scotch Bar Tommy)

In loving memory of Special Invitation, 1998 – 2023. View obituary.

Owned by Bill & Susie Yarnelle

Stud fee

Private Treaty

Genetics

  • 4 Panel Negative
  • OLWS N/OLWS

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Genetics

4 Panel Negative

  • HYPP N/N
  • PSSM N/N
  • HERDA N/N
  • GBED N/N
  • OLWS N/OLWS

Breeding

  • US – Available in the United States

Frozen transported semen available
Live foal guaranteed1

Pedigree

Four-generation pedigree

Contact details

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John & Kathy Yarnelle

  • Breeding manager

Yarnelle Farms

  • Standing at

Columbia City, IN · United States

Bill & Susie Yarnelle

  • Owner(s)

Highlights

  • Multiple World & Reserve World Champion Sire
  • Sired over 500 horses as of 1/1/12016
  • Sire of over 50,000 points
  • Currently #3 on the Leading Sires List

Progeny sired by Special Invitation

HorseInfoSireDam
Date Gone Bad2003 Bay Tobiano Mare Special InvitationZippos Half Pint
Guaranteed, 2010 bay tobiano Paint Horse stallion Guaranteed2010 Bay Tobiano Stallion Special InvitationExtra Cheese Please
Invite The Artist, 2008 bay tobiano Paint Horse stallion Invite The Artist2008 Bay Tobiano Stallion Special InvitationIma Rap Artist
Invite a Special Chip2002 Bay Tobiano Mare Special InvitationChocolate Chip Cookie
John Simon, 2006 bay tobiano Paint Horse stallion John Simon2006 Bay Tobiano Stallion Special InvitationSensational Leaguer
Party Dress, 2002 buckskin tobiano mare by Special Invitation Party Dress2002 Buckskin Tobiano Mare Special InvitationPaint Me Gorgeous
Special Ingredient2004 Sorrel Overo Mare Special InvitationSocketts Lady Haley

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Description

Special Invitation is a 1998 bay tobiano Paint Horse stallion, registered APHA and standing 15.2 hands. He is by Invitation Only (by Barpassers Image) and out of Ribbon In My Hair, a daughter of Scotch Bar Tommy. He stands at Yarnelle Farms in Columbia City, Indiana, by private treaty. He is owned by Bill & Susie Yarnelle, with John & Kathy Yarnelle as breeding manager. Breedings are available by frozen transported semen, with a live foal guarantee under the terms of the breeding contract.

Highlights listed for Special Invitation: Multiple World & Reserve World Champion Sire; Sired over 500 horses as of 1/1/12016; Sire of over 50,000 points; Currently #3 on the Leading Sires List. StallionCompare lists 7 recorded offspring by Special Invitation.

Special Invitation tests N/N for HYPP, PSSM, HERDA and GBED and N/OLWS for OLWS.

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Frequently asked questions about Special Invitation

What is Special Invitation's stud fee?

Special Invitation stands by private treaty; contact the breeding manager for the fee. The breeding terms include a live foal guarantee; confirm the details with the breeding manager.

Where does Special Invitation stand?

Special Invitation stands at Yarnelle Farms, 1849 West Keiser Road, Columbia City, IN 46818, United States. Breeding is managed by John & Kathy Yarnelle. He is owned by Bill & Susie Yarnelle.

Who are Special Invitation's sire and dam?

Special Invitation is by Invitation Only (by Barpassers Image) and out of Ribbon In My Hair, a daughter of Scotch Bar Tommy.

How is Special Invitation available for breeding?

Breedings are available by frozen transported semen. The breeding terms include a live foal guarantee.

How have Special Invitation's offspring performed?

StallionCompare lists 7 recorded offspring by Special Invitation.

What is Special Invitation's show record?

Highlights listed for Special Invitation: Multiple World & Reserve World Champion Sire; Sired over 500 horses as of 1/1/12016; Sire of over 50,000 points; Currently #3 on the Leading Sires List.

What are Special Invitation's genetic test results?

Special Invitation tests N/N for HYPP, PSSM, HERDA and GBED and N/OLWS for OLWS.

What colour is Special Invitation, and when was he foaled?

Special Invitation is a bay tobiano Paint Horse foaled in 1998. He stands 15.2 hands. He is registered APHA.

1    StallionCompare provides information regarding a Live foal guarantee statement as part of the breeding details. It is important to note that StallionCompare does not make any promises or guarantees based on this statement. The reference to a "Live foal guaranteed" pertains to the specific terms outlined in the breeding agreement established between the interested party and the respective breeding manager and/or stallion owner. StallionCompare does not ensure the accuracy of this information, and we strongly recommend reaching out to the stallion owner and/or breeding manager directly to verify and confirm the details of the agreement.

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