Calogero – Holsteiner Stallion with Sporting Performance and Sustainable Breeding Value. The Holsteiner stallion *Calogero (1996; by Caletto I – Lord) combines classic Holsteiner performance genetics with proven athletic ability and high heritability. His pedigree is based on established lines that have been successful in sport and breeding for decades. Pedigree and Breeding Value:
Sire: Caletto I – a defining stallion of Holsteiner breeding with influence on sport horses and sire lines.
Dam line via Lord – strengthens rideability, character, and a solid foundation – criteria that are crucial for breeding success and suitability for competition. This combination creates a genetic profile that impresses with its correct inheritance in both breeding practice and sport. Sporting Use and Achievements: Calogero was trained for sport and competed at the Grand Prix level, which underlines his suitability for high-level sport. Beyond national competitions, he is also used internationally and has corresponding FEI entries in the sport register. This sporting record demonstrates:
Successful starts up to Grand Prix level,
solid willingness to perform and suppleness under saddle,
sound suitability for both jumping and dressage in a consistent sporting application. Such sporting credentials increase his appeal to breeders who prefer stallions with proven performance and whose offspring are promising in both sport and breeding. Genetics and Offspring: Calogero passes on typical Holsteiner traits to his offspring:
three good basic gaits,
clearly structured movement,
inherent willingness to perform,
type and character suitable for versatile sporting use. Due to his sporting use and proven pedigree, Calogero is particularly suitable for: ✅ Mares requiring improved rideability and temperament ✅ Lines with a pronounced willingness to perform that are to be continued in sport. Breeders benefit from balanced inheritance: Calogero frequently contributes frame, elasticity, and athletic attitude – quality factors that improve both horse training and marketing. A stallion of lasting significance. Even after his death on October 10, 2024, Calogero remains relevant for breeding and sport. His combination of classic Holsteiner pedigree, athletic ability, and proven heritability makes him a valuable component of modern breeding strategies. Calogero stands for: ⭐ proven Holsteiner performance genetics ⭐ solid athletic performance ⭐ sustainable inheritance for demanding breeding programs
