Windkiss Ranch

08/28/2024

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08/26/2024

Dear Friends, Vicki Cooper Nourse and Will Nourse have been tirelessly working on their incredible dog training and grooming facility in Texas (Playstaytion Pet Resort & Training) which had taken them away from the show world of Gypsy Horses. Not any longer…

All the way from Ireland Scott Sarkozi of Windkiss Ranch located a newly born foal who looked like the equine version of Phantom (of the Opera). His markings are iconic! Together with a unique look, his movement is fluid, smooth, and breathless. He possesses significant height at nearly 16 hands, along with a wonderful temperament, and given that he is only 2 years old, his future potential shows no boundaries.
Phantom was the future “secret weapon” of sorts for the upcoming gypsy horse shows of Windkiss Ranch. Now Vicki and Will will have the exciting adventure to take him on the path for his future success!

We are thrilled for the Nourses’. Join us in congratulating Vicki and Will on the arrival of their new boy in the coming week.
Photos by Stunning Steeds Photography Cheri Prill
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08/24/2024

JOIN ME IN CONGRATULATING Clarice Tommy Nazworth......
All of our horses are exceptionally special in their own individual ways – especially the ones born here with us at Windkiss Ranch. There is one c**t, however, born earlier this year who has captured hearts (even literally on his shoulder markings) who beyond words of description – WIN Oz’s Bold Ruler (aka “OB”). He is a prince with big shoes to fill in his future – though he does not know it yet. Hopefully to remain a stallion, he exudes the traits of his sire and dam – grace, poise, elegance, confidence, strength, love, respect, beauty, and total charisma. Words just can’t adequately describe his remarkable attributes which are a combination of his famous sire and multi-national champion dam. He’s a brave boy with total trust in his people – no fright, no fear – he is his daddy’s boy.

So who is he? He is the offspring of two exceptional horses owned by Windkiss! OB was born in January 2024 -- the pairing of the late GG Oz the Wizard (“Oz”) and gorgeous mare SGV Maybelline’s Lou Sky (“Sky”). Given this breeding, OB is even more special --he is just priceless. He is a c**t who we are confident will grow into becoming the royal select -- Honor of Fame / Excellence circles and beyond, in the future. We are so very proud of him even at such a young age.

It’s a bitter sweet moment, actually. Windkiss personally selected the ideal client/friend with whom we know will bring the best out in him through her talented, gentle ‘horse whisper’ ways; but most importantly, she adores OB beyond words, and we suspect will be partners forever!

Everyone, please join us in congratulating Clarice Nazworth and follow her for updates. We love you and thank you Clarice for being as equally passionate and loving of the animals – especially the Windkiss Ranch Gypsy foals. Note to all, this is Clarice’s second foal she now owns from Windkiss – she purchased WIN Rebel’s Reign last year – again selected among dozens who wanted to purchase Reign.
Thankfully in Florida where we can come visit, Clarice, you know we are always here if you ever need. Meanwhile, we will sit back and watch our exceptional bred babies, blossom under your guided, gentle and loving, talented care.
Best to you all.
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08/23/2024

WIN CHIEF JUSTICE (gvhs #10,000) is the iconic image of his sire, formerly owned by Windkiss Ranch, the gorgeous BWG The Arbitrator by Cass aka Denali (pictured below) and Chief's presence exudes the beauty, energy and pep of his dam, SGV Maybelline's Lou Sky (aka Sky) (pictured below) - owned by Windkiss Ranch

Chief has found his perfect home with Amanda Burcar-Annis and Wendy Annis in MN. This is a long overdue announcement because Chief has been with this dynamic owner(s) since May 2024. We know they love him and enjoy him. Congratulations to both. He is a handsome boy!
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07/29/2024

THANK YOU all incredible friends and followers (near and far) who admired the true majestic strength and beauty of GG Oz the Wizard (“Oz”). We cannot express the appreciation we have for so many of you who offered words of love, condolence, and support for Oz. There are no words for me to express our heartfelt appreciation. We all have had a difficult month and 2024 year. It has been eerily sad and quiet without Oz with us. He sure was majestic to say the least! Such a presence. Frankly, one cannot go one day without shedding tears. But I want to say THANK YOU ALL who commented and reached out to us personally. You have no idea how much it means to us! He was so admired and cared for even after his forced retirement. Thank you all.
So herein, I am sharing a photo. Never to be forgotten and always near. We will be burying Oz on our property overlooking the fields in a very prominent spot with a granite bench engraved with his photo and name. Oz is FINALLY free. Too soon. We have all been quiet in the face of wicked. Let Oz Rest in Peace.
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07/14/2024

Remaining defiant in the face of the WICKED!

07/10/2024

THANK YOU ALL who commented and reached out to us personally. You have no idea how much it means to us! He was so admired and cared for even after his forced retirement. Thank you all. Everyone - near and far, friends and followers, and strangers who admired the true majestic strength and beauty of GG Oz the Wizard (“Oz”). We cannot express the appreciation we have for so many of you who offered words of love, condolence, and support for Oz. There are no words for me to express our heartfelt appreciation.
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ~ All Gypsy Horse Owners, Breeders, Trainers, Fans, and Futurists ALL EQUESTRIAN ENTHUSIASTS!

Today, we (Windkiss Ranch) had to make the ever agonizing decision to euthanize the great Hall-of-Fame Gypsy stallion, GG Oz the Wizard.

We feel exceptionally proud to have been the chosen home of this magnificent stallion. The entire team and I tried our absolute best to provide him with a safe haven of security, tenderness and affection, nutrition, safe breeding and care, pasture time, cushy accommodations and of course honest pure love…. In addition to the best medical treatments one could ever hope for – including new technology, new cutting-edge injections or anything else we could do for him no matter what!

In the end, the painful arthritis in Oz’s knees was just too much to bear for him. Even with these “cutting edge treatments and therapeutic remedies” --- no money we put towards Oz gave him the comfort (free of pain), nor restored his health.

We ensured he had the absolute best care as possible at the incredible equine vet facility during in the last couple of weeks at Harbour Ridge Equine, in Palm City, Florida. They housed him in a prime, corner 30x30 cushioned stall with a huge amount of shavings, fans, alfalfa, plenty of cool baths, and a beautiful green view of the oaks and pasture; in addition to plenty of visits from the incredible veterinarian staff who adored Oz.

Today Oz was treated with boatloads of carrots and apples and the best scratches on those hard-to-reach spots! Some hand grazing and lots of love… “Anything Oz wanted.”

I, personally, was with Oz to the very end. I always feel that my purpose in these amazing creatures’ lives is to provide a sense of love and affection even up until the very last breath. Whispering to them to run free and enjoy the next journey… and how we will miss him! As it was time to help Oz across the “Rainbow Bridge”, we did the slow walk to the grassy site near the breeding barn. With that famous sniff in the air and proud stance, Oz stopped and let out a final “king” call of sorts (a stallion whinnying) to let those in the breeding barn know he was still on property for one final walk.

We believe the last 20 months at Windkiss Ranch absolutely must have been an extreme highlight to Oz – he talked to us with his snickers and his quivering lip when scratched in a particular spot; he came to the front of the stall to demand attention or an extra flake of hay; he drifted to a therapeutic ‘sleep’ white standing in the wash stall. I believe we all made him feel like a celebrity (of sorts) of our barn because he was!

I reflect at this moment…. The moment of incredible greatness has ended in my view. The offspring must now carry on the legacy. In thinking of Oz …. I am angry for moments in his past for which I was reminded of daily when I turned the corner to see Oz’s branded face. I am happy for what we could provide since the day Oz arrived. I am sad today that every option to maintain Oz’s comfort has been exhausted. I seek to be optimistic for the future generations through Oz's incredible progeny

He was 18-years young. Rest in Peace magnificent GG OZ THE WIZARD! WE WILL FOREVER MISS YOU!

Photos by Cheri Prill and Mark J. Barrett Windkiss Ranch

07/10/2024

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT!!! ~All Gypsy Horse Owners, Breeders, Trainers, Fans, and Futurists--ALL EQUESTRIAN ENTHUSIASTS!

Today, we (Windkiss Ranch) had to make the ever agonizing decision to euthanize the great Hall-of-Fame Gypsy stallion, GG OZ THE WIZARD.

We feel exceptionally proud to have been the chosen home of this magnificent stallion. The entire team and I tried our absolute best to provide him with a safe haven of security, tenderness and affection, nutrition, safe breeding and care, pasture time, cushy accommodations and of course honest pure love…. In addition to the best medical treatments one could ever hope for – including new technology, new cutting-edge injections or anything else we could do for him no matter what!

In the end, the painful arthritis in Oz’s knees was just too much to bear for him. Even with these “cutting edge treatments and therapeutic remedies” --- no money we put towards Oz gave him the comfort (free of pain), nor restored his health.

We ensured he had the absolute best care as possible at the incredible equine vet facility during in the last couple of weeks at Harbour Ridge Equine, in Palm City, Florida. They housed him in a prime, corner 30x30 cushioned stall with a huge amount of shavings, fans, alfalfa, plenty of cool baths, and a beautiful green view of the oaks and pasture; in addition to plenty of visits from the incredible veterinarian staff who adored Oz.

Today Oz was treated with boatloads of carrots and apples and the best scratches on those hard-to-reach spots! Some hand grazing and lots of love… “Anything Oz wanted.”

I, personally, was with Oz to the very end. I always feel that my purpose in these amazing creatures’ lives is to provide a sense of love and affection even up until the very last breath. Whispering to them to run free and enjoy the next journey… and how we will miss him! As it was time to help Oz across the “Rainbow Bridge”, we did the slow walk to the grassy site near the breeding barn. With that famous sniff in the air and proud stance, Oz stopped and let out a final “king” call of sorts (a stallion whinnying) to let those in the breeding barn know he was still on property for one final walk.

We believe the last 20 months at Windkiss Ranch absolutely must have been an extreme highlight to Oz – he talked to us with his snickers and his quivering lip when scratched in a particular spot; he came to the front of the stall to demand attention or an extra flake of hay; he drifted to a therapeutic ‘sleep’ white standing in the wash stall. I believe we all made him feel like a celebrity (of sorts) of our barn because he was!

I reflect at this moment…. The moment of incredible greatness has ended in my view. The offspring must now carry on the legacy. In thinking of Oz …. I am angry for moments in his past for which I was reminded of daily when I turned the corner to see Oz’s branded face. I am happy for what we could provide since the day Oz arrived. I am sad today that every option to maintain Oz’s comfort has been exhausted. I seek to be optimistic for the future generations through Oz's incredible progeny.

He was 18-years young. Rest in Peace magnificent GG OZ THE WIZARD! WE WILL FOREVER MISS YOU!

A favor to ask.. Owners of Oz's progeny – please email me a 1-3 photos & description (s*x, name, traits/description) and send to: [email protected] We will be putting together a special tribute for Oz in the coming month(s).

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07/08/2024

See you in St. Louis! Scheudle and Entry Form attached:
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06/24/2024

Feeling incredibly thankful this morning to all the owners, trainers and exhibitors who braved the heat to support the GypsyLive Crown Invitational at the Kentucky Horse Park! It’s been a goal of ours to create a pathway for Gypsy horses and their humans to show at iconic facilities like this. It was great to see lots of new faces and many spectators coming through to learn more about our breed. Special thanks to the sponsors who made this show possible, including Stable Kings Performance Horses, C. Jarvis Insurance Agency Inc., American Stalls, Windkiss Ranch, Hanes Performance Horses, Tidewater Equine Clinic, RVeedom, Scotchmans Glen Gypsies, GG Kiss Me Kate, A - Z Horsedriving, MHBGypsy Ponies, Thacker-Rhodes GypsyCobs.

Next up is The Gypsy Vanner Congress August 30 - September 1 at the The National Equestrian Center in Lake St. Louis, MO. This will mark the second leg of the Gypsy Live Triple Crown Show Series and there is a lot of exciting news to share about this show in the days to come. Stay tuned!

Lastly, a heartfelt thank you to our incredible team who make producing these shows so much fun! Special thanks to Janet MacLean Jansen, Wendy Lee, Spencer Snyder, John Mckeithan, Sheila Smart, Aspen Smart, Todd Hunt and our esteemed judging panel Alex Longares, Lauren Johnston Maddox and Susan Posner.

Until next time, cheers!

06/21/2024

I'm a little obsessed with these GypsyLive Crown Invitational ribbons, complete with BLING!

06/21/2024

One of the fun perks while at the Kentucky Horse Park is having the mounted patrol unit right here on site, looking out for us and our horses. Even better is seeing the Gypsy Vanners on patrol, coming to see what GypsyLive is all about. Thank you for your service Officer Melissa and your trusty Gypsy Vanner, Billy. I think Billy may strut his stuff at next year's show. He's watching intently, making plans for 2025 GypsyLive!

05/20/2024

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05/20/2024

The feature everyone loved in 2023 is back in 2024 at all GypsyLive events. Use the GypsyLive Show Alert system to stay up to date on information you want and need to know. Sign up is quick, easy and free. Simply text the word alerts to 205-947-6912, you'll receive confirmation and then you'll be in the know on all important event information.

05/03/2024

Join us at the GypsyLive season opener, on June 21-23, at the Kentucky Horse Park! The most iconic and visited horse park in the world, with over a MILLION horse enthusiasts from around the world visiting annually! No better place to show off your prized horses, breeding and training programs! We hope to see you there!

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04/22/2024

04/20/2024

Join GypsyLive at the Kentucky Horse Park on June 21-23! It will be an event not to miss!

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04/20/2024

So excited for the first GypsyLive event of 2024, two months from now, at the Kentucky Horse Park! Lot's of excitement in store! More information in the comments below.

04/09/2024

WIN Chief Justice, 2 yo gelding with piazza. Chief is ready to meet his person for the next chapter in 5-star home. He has presence! Expected to be 15 hands plus. Registered GV #10000

Son of national champion BWG The Arbitrator by Cass.. aka Denali and dam is multi-national champions SGV Maybellines Lou Sky.
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04/09/2024

One of the most amazing Gypsy stallions, Dunrovins Aldebaran. Aka STAR
Windkiss Ranch Dunrovin's Aldebaran

04/06/2024

Fabulous Friday Photo of Windkiss Ranch Stunning Steeds Photography .. Here is.....
WIN CHIEF JUSTICE.
Two year old gelding. GVHS registration . Sire and dam multi-national champions. Boatloads of feather, tail and mane.
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03/18/2024

Incredible silver dapple Windkiss Warrior (GVHS # GV05691, out of Sir Royal Gold). This 6 year old, 14.hand gelding is experienced. Warrior possesses the whole package--his personality, character and glam, as well as his accomplishments and flashiness in the field and show ring. Walk, trot and canter. Suggest a confident rider / intermediate rider for him to enjoy a job and perhaps get back in the show ring or just dabble in your backyard or on the trail. He gets along great with others in pasture. A staff and owner favorite.
This is offered to a VERY special person, approved home only. If you are interested, pm us. He is exceptionally reasonable. Stands all day long for grooming, and will follow you like a puppy.
Warrior is 6 yo. Trained to ride. Loves to give kisses. Is super flashy. And trained English and western
He is former national champion and reserve champion over various years and in various classes. As well as had been consistently in top 3 in nationals many times as well. Looking for the special person. Serious inquiry only

14 hands. Abundance of hair. And wonderful personality.

03/12/2024

STARDUST'S WHISPERING ANGEL OF WINDKISS -- beautiful 2 year old mare (dob 4/1422). GVHS registration
Exceptional tempered red gypsy. Quality! Deep rich red, blond feather, mane and tail. She is a favorite. Want her to find her very own 5-star person/home to get the attention she deserves as she matures. Future show prospect. Future breeding mare. Future bff. Serious inquiries only as this is not a must sell but "market reasonable" given her exceptional breeding background. contact us.
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03/07/2024

STARDUST'S WHISPERING ANGEL OF WINDKISS -- beautiful 2 year old mare (dob 4/1422). GVHS registration
Exceptional tempered red gypsy. Quality! Deep rich red, blond feather, mane and tail. She is a favorite. Want her to find her very own 5-star person/home to get the attention she deserves as she matures. Serious inquiries only as this is not a must sell but "market reasonable" given her exceptional breeding background. contact us.

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03/05/2024

Last post tonight. Have been meaning to share this incredible gelding we bred 3 years ago. This is WIN Sky's the Limit and he was purchased by a wonderful woman here in Florida. Just wanted to do a shout out to show off her new handsome, sweet gentle gypsy vanner bred by Windkiss Ranch

Sire is our incredible multi-national champion stallion Dunrovin's Aldebaran and stunning multi-national champion mare SGV Maybelline's Lou Sky. So thrilled he has a great home!
Stunning Steeds Photography of course taken by Cheri Prill
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03/05/2024

Sharing in the joy of ownership. I can't keep them all - though i would love too :) - Well bred, stunning ...
STARDUST'S WHISPERING ANGEL OF WINDKISS is a super friendly, personable, loving, beautiful 2 year old mare (dob 4/1422). Her sire is Hermits Alfie of Brackenhill at Stardust (incredibly handsome) and dam is Prairie Thunder Kylana (beautiful). GVHS
She's the first to come to the fence to say greet you. If you are looking for an exceptional tempered red gypsy - she is the one!

This girl is absolutely wonderful! Quality! Deep rich red, blond feather, mane and tail. She is a favorite. Want her to find her very own 5-star person/home to get the attention she deserves as she matures. Serious inquiries only as this is not a must sell but "market reasonable" given her exceptional breeding background and she is a highlighted Windkiss Ranch "preferred" gypsy horse.

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02/24/2024

Looking forward to seeing everyone again this year at GypsyLive events! 2023 was incredible, but 2024 is shaping up to be even better! More details coming soon!