Breed for a Legacy: What We’ve Learned from Mr. Star Bogie
- afenner
- Jun 22
- 2 min read
At Rad Rodeo, breeding isn’t just about producing a quick run or flashy highlight. It’s about building a legacy — one grounded in grit, heart, and a champion’s mindset. And for us, that legacy started with Mr. Star Bogie.
Building Around a Champion
Mr. Star Bogie isn’t just a name on a pedigree paper. He’s the foundation we built our program on. His proven speed, intelligence, and heart set the bar for what we want in every foal that comes through our gates.
So when we had the chance to bring his half-brother, Bogie Nights, into our breeding program as our primary stud, we knew it was the perfect fit.
Bogie Nights carries the same bloodlines and work ethic.
He’s the next generation of that legacy — ready to pass on the traits that win.
We focus on horses that have more than talent; they have the drive to compete and the brains to stay safe and smart under pressure.
What Legacy Means to Us
Breeding for legacy is about more than genetics. It’s about intention and values:
Choosing stallions and mares that reflect the mindset we teach our kids.
Prioritizing soundness and temperament over flash alone.
Fostering horses that become partners — not just athletes.
That means sometimes saying “no” to a flashy cross if it doesn’t fit our vision. It means putting long-term goals ahead of quick wins.
Lessons from the Breeding Shed
We’ve learned a lot raising and breeding these bloodlines, including:
Patience is everything. Great horses aren’t made overnight.
Consistency counts — both in training and breeding decisions.
You can’t rush quality; it has to be built from the ground up.
Watching Bogie Nights grow into his role as a stud is a daily reminder of those lessons. Every foal he sires carries that spark — that potential to be the next star.
Why It Matters to You
Whether you’re breeding for competition or just raising a great all-around horse, legacy is a game changer.
It shapes your breeding choices.
It guides how you train and manage your horses.
It helps you build a program that lasts — through highs, lows, and everything in between.
Final Thoughts
At Rad Rodeo, we believe the best breeding program blends heart with horsepower. We’ve built ours around champions — starting with Mr. Star Bogie, continuing with Bogie Nights, and growing with every new colt and filly.
Legacy isn’t just about bloodlines. It’s about building something meaningful, for today and the future.
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Ann-Marie Fenner
Ranch Manager, Breeder, Rodeo Mom
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