Shamu

Breeding: AES
Colour: Dunalino-Roan
Born 2018
Height 164 cm

Löwenherz Leonardo da Vinci AA Wladislaw xx
La Serena x
Arabela Hurikan
Ajka
Shirly Sir Chamberlain (Trak.) Sir Shostakovich xx
Syone (Trak)
Red Ruby Romadour II
Eterna (Trak.)

pedigree:

https://www.rimondo.com/extended-pedigree/horse/1465044

https://www.allbreedpedigree.com/shamu6

  • registered: Stallionbook I Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
  • Stallionbook I Palomino
  • performance tested
  • WFFS free!
  • color genetics: A/A, e/e, R/N (Roan), D/nd2 (Dun), Cr/N (Creme)
  • Interesting: he heterozygous inherited the dun gene (true dun), which is almost non-existent in warmblood breedings
  • he also inherits (see "color genetics" above) creme and roan
  • the same conditions apply to all mares, regardless of color and breed
  • foal papers: Mecklenburg, Palomino, Dt. Pferd (ZfDP), Zangersheide, AES, please ask for other options

studfee:

Europe:  650,- Euro, In Germany 300 EUR before shipping, 350 EUR when pregnant, we provide 2 doses

UK:  600 GBP 2 doses

USA:  800,- USD (2 doses)

Canada:  1000 CAD (2 doses)

Australia: 1 dose  850 AUD, from the 2nd dose onwards 425 AUD

Newzealand: 1 dose 900 NZD, from the 2nd dose onwards 450 NZD

The young stallion Shamu immediately captivates with his striking and unusual appearance. He has large, black expressive eyes and a darker face mask compared to his body. His legs are almost orange-colored with four white stockings, and his long blonde mane and tail have a silvery-orange sheen. Such a rare coloration is seldom seen — compared to him, even a palomino appears almost ordinary. Remarkably, Shamu can pass on three distinct color genes simultaneously, each with a 50% chance of inheritance.

He successfully completed his 50-day performance test with regular warmbloods, which can be challenging for outcross horses like him. Additionally, Shamu passed the special breeds performance test in Münster with good results, with his walk and canter rated particularly highly.

This young stallion is extremely brave and curious, and is expected to be well-suited for eventing. At the jump, he shows eagerness and good overview. Overall, he appears to possess a higher level of intelligence than typical warmbloods, learning and understanding much faster. He also carries a high proportion of noble blood.

Shamu's half-brother on the dam's side, the impressive 175 cm tall Cayanosch, was sold to Canada due to his exceptional jumping talent. Many other maternal half-siblings have also demonstrated great jumping ability and have been successful in show jumping at the highest levels. Among them are several licensed stallions. Their grandfather Sir Chamberlain and great-grandfather Sir Shostakovich xx were both successful eventers and enjoyed widespread recognition.

On his father's side, Shamu's grandfather is the Anglo-Arabian Leonardo da Vinci, who was champion stallion at the ZSAA licensing and successfully completed his HLP in eventing competitions. He sired numerous premium foals, including the licensed stallion Priamos, as well as other successful sport horse offspring. One of his Thoroughbred ancestors, the stallion Wladislaw xx, achieved a GAG (Gallop Ability Grade) of 80 kg in racing.

What does it mean if a stallion heterozygously passes on the three color genes Cream, Dun, and Roan, each with a 50% chance?

A stallion like Shamu, who carries three special coat color genes — Cream, Dun, and Roan — each heterozygously, passes each of these genes to his offspring with a 50% chance.

  • The Cream gene dilutes the red pigment in the coat, lightening it to shades like cream or gold without affecting the black points.

  • The Dun gene lightens the body color but leaves the mane, tail, legs, and primitive markings (such as the dorsal stripe and leg barrings) in the undiluted base color. It also produces characteristic primitive markings.

  • The Roan gene causes an intermixture of white hairs with the base color, giving a frosted or speckled appearance that doesn't affect the head, legs, mane, or tail.

This unique combination contributes to Shamu’s distinctive appearance — a creamy body with a darker face mask, white markings on the legs, and a silvery mane and tail. His offspring may inherit different combinations of these coat color traits depending on the genes they receive from him.

Shamu is the ideal stallion for breeders looking to add a truly unique blend of color and character to their program. His striking appearance immediately captures attention, while his intelligence and calm temperament make him a joy to work with. Choosing Shamu means investing in a stallion who can pass on not just stunning looks but also exceptional qualities that set his offspring apart in any ring or discipline. He offers breeders the chance to produce horses with individuality, talent, and a remarkable presence—traits that make a lasting impression and bring success.

Offspring