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@JCVdude Gypsy Vanner were originally bred by Romany Gypsies to pull wagons, from a combination of Clydesdales, Fresians, Shires, and Dales or Fell Pony. They are an accepted breed among many draft horse associations.

Beautiful video.

@JCVdude yes they are.

@ghsthwk Thanks for the great info & your kind words!

This beautiful horse is a Drumhorse named Hit the Jackpot…owned by Custom Chrome Sporthorses of Armstrong BC….the also raise Gypsy Cobs. The Drumhorse is a cross between a Gypsy and a Shire….exciting horse, looking forward to seeing more of him in the showring.

Actually he is NOT a Drum horse if it is required that they be of Shire/Gypsy breeding. He has neither, he is by a Clydesdale stallion & out of a Paint mare.

He is registered North American Spotted Draft

Well isn’t it funny how jealously always rears its ugly head. Ms Cross,You would think as a horse broker? you would know that historically drum horses are a type not a breed, they are produced by breeding either a friesen, clydesdale or shire to a feathered draft of colour and if piebald are also eligible for spotted draft registry. You know nothing of Jackpots DNA’ed heritage. Shame on you for speaking ill of the horse because you have personal issues.

Mr JVC DudeThank you for taking the time this weekend to tape , edit , and post these beautiful videos of Jackpot. We had a wonderful weekend at the KRC and thank everyone for their warm reception, well organized event, insightful judging and the positive support for Patty Thomas and her partner Jackpot.

@classiccobs You’re so very welcome. It was our first time ever to a dressage event. The horse was magnificant. We’d love to know more about it. Perhaps we could visit come visit Custom Chrome Sporthorses one day?

@Arwistia Actually, a Drum horse is a cross between either shire, gypsy or clydesdale as those are the only truly feathered breeds. Jackpot is a beautiful example and all drum!

Really…..then why is it stated on Jackpots page where you purchased him that he is by their Clydesdale stallion and out of their Paint mare???
Being a horse broker there are ethics that need to be followed when representing horses to the public. AND Canada has a Pedigree Act……so to see blatant lies posted all over are a little much. The Internet makes it easy to be less than honest.
If anyone would like to see the background, email me for the link.

Jackpot was not bred by Lucky L ranch, but he was indexed into the Spotted draft registry while at Lucky L by a vet who guessed the size came from a clydesdale and the color came from a paint. Like so many in the horse world he did not realize that feather is a recessive gene and can only come from the breeding of 2 feathered parents. .And to all those who have expressed appreciation for Jackpot and the journey he is on, Thank you.

@JCVdude Hi Joe, I did email your hotmail account late last night with our contact info and an invitation to visit, we look forward to hearing from you.

Not sure how or why I would be ‘jealous’ ??? I did not speak ill of Jackpot, why would I? It is the continuation of the stories you perpetuate around him to those that will listen. Below you even stated that a vet GUESSED that his size came from a Clyde & colour from a Paint. On your web site you had that, but have since changed it to Shire/Gypsy as I guess you felt that it was more fashionable? But GUESSING his parentage? Be happy with who he is instead of fabricating something he is not.

It is amazing how you continue to make statements when you don’t have all the details. You did not breed the horse, you are not the owner, nor the trainer, nor the rider, nor the agent of the horse. In fact you are nothing to the horse except the local horse community BULLY, as it is a bullies nature to never let anyone else have the last word we can only imagine how you will respond . We will turn the other cheek and move on in a postive manner and not return to this forum.

What an amazing magical guy Jackpot is. A big heart, sweet and good looks too. Many wait a lifetime to know such an incredible Horse!!!
Thank you so much for the wonderful video!!

While I have enjoyed many of the videos on your channel, I thought I might point out that JVC dude may well have missed his calling in life. What a simply stunning assembly of a few special moments in time. I hope you find the time to share your interpretation of a horse show again this summer. As a fan of Jackpot, I must say you have captured his essence! Thanks for sharing

This horse gives me goosebumps!

WOW LOOK AT THAT MANE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! O.O

And believe it or not it is surprizingly easy to take care of! Jackpot lives in braids that are tied up so he does not chew on them, and during show season they are washed every week, but all winter long they are just kept up and braided. the big trick is no comb, or brush, we just always use our fingers to separate, wash work in the conditioner.

One person is completely heartless to dislike this. What a gorgeous creature!

Are Gypsy Vanners generally pretty good in dressage? This boy seems like he moves great!

Soo lovely!
Vanner’s look so much like a “graceful power” beautiful but strong!
True art in their build and beauty!

I have a beautiful Percheron mare but I need a smaller horse to ride NOW. My mare needs a lot of work to get her where I want…I have looked at Vanners, Cobs both Welsh and Gypsy, and still looking. the horse in this video is beautfiul too. I like that there are NOT a lot of feathers…the long mane I could deal with……these horses are gorgeous to all but what the non horse peole don’t know is the time and care in cleaning the feathers and keeping the mane in condition. I still want one.

Actually an ounce of prevention is the answer with mane tail and feather care. Keep the mane and tail braided, never brush always use your fingers to separate, and keep the feathers oiled with mineral oil. We have 15 horses 12 of which are feathered, Jackpot having the lightest feather of the group and we usually spend one day of the weekend grooming every 2 weeks.