Poison CM
Portuguese Excellence. Proven Quality. A Future in Performance.Bred by Coudelaria Carvalho Matos in Portugal, Poison CM represents the qualities we value most in the Lusitano: athleticism, natural balance, intelligence, trainability and an exceptional temperament.
Imported to Canada with an impressive foundation of breed recognition, he has continued to develop as a performance horse — and at Azores Stables, we are proud to retain him as an integral part of our breeding program.
At a Glance
- Age
- 7 years
- Breed
- Lusitano stallion
- Bred by
- Coudelaria Carvalho Matos, Portugal
- Status
- APSL Four-Star Recommended Reproducer
- Sport
- Masters-level Working Equitation · Dressage
- Standing
- Azores Stables, Oro-Medonte, Ontario
Three achievements, three different stories.
Each of Poison's distinctions recognizes something different — his competitive performance, his individual quality as a Lusitano, and his formal breeding status. Together they describe a young stallion with recognized quality, athletic ability and considerable potential.
Earned in Portugal before his importation — recognition of his individual quality in the country of his breed's heritage.
Formal recognition within the Portuguese Lusitano studbook system. Poison is among a select group of four-star Recommended Lusitano stallions in Canada.
A noteworthy result in his performance record, and another measure of his ability in the arena.
Masters level at seven.
At just seven years old, Poison is competing at Masters level in Working Equitation — a discipline that asks more of a horse than almost any other.
His natural athleticism and balance support the demanding work required at this level. His intelligence and trainability make him a willing partner, while his sensitivity allows for the subtle communication essential to advanced performance.
He shows a natural affinity for dressage, with the movement, balance and athletic potential that inspire us to explore his abilities further. Our plan is to keep building his competitive résumé in dressage and let that talent become an increasingly important part of his career.
What Masters Level Demands
- Agility
- Precision
- Adjustability
- Confidence
- A strong partnership between horse and rider
Why We Keep Him Competing
Campaigning Poison under saddle is an investment in both his future and our breeding program. It lets us see his abilities in practice — and keep evaluating the qualities we hope to pass on to his offspring.
From Portugal to the next generation.
- OriginBred by Coudelaria Carvalho Matos, Portugal
- RecognitionTwo gold medals in Model & Movements
- StatusAPSL Four-Star Recommended Reproducer
- ImportArrives in Canada
- SportMasters-level Working Equitation at seven
- NowBuilding his dressage résumé
- NowFirst offspring maturing
Perhaps the most rewarding part of breeding Poison is watching his offspring develop.
We are beginning to see encouraging qualities in his foals — characteristics that matter enormously to us as breeders. As they mature, we look forward to watching their individual talents develop and gaining a clearer picture of his influence as a sire.
Our vision for Poison: continue his development as a performance horse, expand his dressage résumé, and thoughtfully select breeding partnerships that complement his strengths.
Early Qualities in His Offspring
- Conformation
- Trainability
- Temperament
Poison CM
Bred in Portugal. Recognized for quality. Developing in Canada. Siring the future.Breeding Inquiries
