

ROMANCIER
Hanoverian, bay, 16.3 hands (Ee/Aa/gg)
Foundation x Foundation
Confident
Careful
Dominant

Romancier is a magnificent creature, with a well-muscled body and a sleek, glossy coat. He stands tall and proud, exuding an air of confidence and elegance. His powerful legs are perfectly proportioned, allowing him to compete at the highest levels in both the hunter and jumper rings with ease and grace. He possesses an exceptional jumping technique, with a sharp eye for distance and a quick, athletic jump. Alongside his impressive physical attributes, he has a calm and kind temperament, making him an ideal stud for breeding rideable horses. Romancier possesses a natural balance and grace in his movement, with the ability to collect and extend with ease. Romancier shows a genuine desire to work and please his rider. This exceptional warmblood stallion is a proven competitor in the highest levels of both hunter and show jumping disciplines. With a combination of athleticism, intelligence, and adaptability, he has an impressive track record of success in the demanding world of equine sports. His athleticism and elegance make him an ideal choice for both experienced equestrians and those new to the sport as his proven abilities ensure the highest-quality offspring. As a top-performing stallion, he represents an outstanding opportunity for breeders seeking a world-class addition to their programme.
Career Highlights
Progeny Spotlight

Rhapsodie HvH - bay KWPN mare
(out of Zuperstaar HvH)
SOLD TO Hans and Edith van Anders, Netherlands

Reverie HvH - bay KWPN mare
(out of Utopya HvH)
SOLD TO Kingston International, USA
2023 Season 2 | Show Jumping
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RCH 1.60M (Grand Prix) @ Mist Haven Jumpers in October II
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CH 1.60M (Grand Prix) @ Castle Bay Equestrian Haunted Trails I
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CH 1.60M (Grand Prix) @ Mist Haven Jumpers in August III
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RCH 1.50M (Level 9) @ CHJA Summer in the Rockies Week I
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CH 1.50M (Level 9) @ July Hunter/Jumper at Westmont I
2023 Season 2 | In Hand
Zuidwolde WBG Sporthorse Festival
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CH Senior Warmblood Stallions
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Top Senior Warmblood Stallion - Conformation & At Liberty
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Top-3 Senior Warmblood Stallion - Lunge Line
Gallen WBG Sporthorse Festival
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Top Senior Warmblood Stallion - Conformation
Bromont WBG Sporthorse Festival
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Top-3 Senior Warmblood Stallion - Conformation & Lunge Line
Cabourg WBG Sporthorse Festival
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Top-3 Senior Warmblood Stallion - At Liberty & Conformation
Athens WBG Sporthorse Festival
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Top-3 Senior Warmblood Stallion - Lunge Line
2023 Season 1 | Show Jumping
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RCH 1.40M (Level 7) @ Bealtaine Cup at Churchyard
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RCH 1.30M (Level 6) @ CHJA Canadian Premier: Jumpers
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RCH 1.20M (Level 5) @ Bealtaine Premier at Churchyard II
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RCH 1.20M (Level 5) @ SJ Seaside Retreat
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RCH 1.15M (Level 4) @ CHJA Temecula Valley National Horse Show Week I: Jumpers
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CH 1.10M (Level 3) @ Aibreán Premier at Churchyard
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RCH 1.15M (Level 4) @ Aibreán Festival at Churchyard
2023 Season 1 | In Hand
Hamburg WBG Sporthorse Festival
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Top-5 Junior Warmblood Stallion - Conformation & At Liberty
2022 Seasons 1 & 2 | Hunters
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CH High Performance Hunter @ Helicopter Hunter Show
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CH Performance Hunter 3ft6 @ Hot Dog Hunter Show
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CH Performance Hunter 3ft6 @ Ranton Riding Academy Hunter Schooling Show
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CH Performance Hunter 3ft6 @ Aerial: Thermal
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CH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ Aerial: Roscoe
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CH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ CHJA Winter Equestrian Festival Week II
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CH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ Atlantic H/J Tour IV: Cornwall
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RCH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ CHJA Desert Holiday Week I
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CH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ Atlantic H/J Series III: Stratford
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RCH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ CHJA Atlanta Fall Classic Week I
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RCH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ Concord Hunter/Jumper Show
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RCH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ Woodsboro Hunter/Jumper Series Final
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CH Green Hunter 3ft6 @ CHJA Great Southwest Fall Classic Week I
Awards & Distinctions
🏆Warmblood Breeders Guild's Bronze Medallion

Breeding Stipulations
Prior to submitting a breeding inquiry for this stallion, please ensure that both yourself and your plan/chosen mare meet the following requirements:
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Foal owner must be an active member of the Counter Canter community and commit to begin showing the foal before or by age 4.
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Foal owner must claim for themself or otherwise list Odette (#81) for first-right buybacks on foal's profile.
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Foal must be registered as either the sire or mare's breed if mare is Warmblood, the sire's breed if mare is Thorughbred, or the the appropriate cross if mare is a pony.
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Foal's color must follow the most accurate genotype, and height may not exceed the mare's by more than a half-hand (0.2hh).
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Mare must be of any Warmblood breed, retrained Thoroughbred or sport-type pony suitable for show jumping, hunters, eventing or dressage.
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Mare must be currently trained/competing in show jumping, hunters or eventing. Dressage mares considered on case-by-case basis.
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Mares with at least a National Champion title are preferred.
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Foal must bear the Hof von Haas brand (HvH) if foal owner does not have their own at time of breeding.
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If foal owner plans to geld a colt, a 25% stud fee discount is offered for each breeding the foal owner sends to Odette prior to gelding, up to 3 breedings.