17/11/2025
Introducing LEEUKRAAL MALTA
We’ve been hoping and praying for a filly from Lente and Tiran for a while now. I would’ve been fine with any colour or shape as long as it’s female but the idea of calling her Malta if she is a dilute has been in my head a couple of years now.
The meaning of "Malta" is most commonly associated with the country in the Mediterranean, which derives its name from the ancient Greek word Melité, meaning "honey". Another prominent theory suggests it comes from the Phoenician word malat, meaning "refuge" or "safe harbor," as reference to Paul and 276 souls were shipwrecked on the island in Acts 27.
One of my favourite characters in Robin Hobb’s Liveship series also has the name of Malta. A strong willed and determined girl that ends up queen of the Rainwilds. We’re expecting just enough spice from Lente’s side to live up to this name.
We’re absolutely thrilled to finally have our Tiran and Lente filly! She’s already showing the tell tale signs of the combination, very calm and absolutely okay with being touched and handled. She’s petite and small but our plans for her are big and spectacular! She’ll be loved and retained for future breeding and riding purposes.