NMDA Sanctioned Shows
NMDA sanctioned shows have been ongoing since 1992 and have been enjoying expanded participation over the years. The purpose of the Show Rules is to provide a framework for showing Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys that emphasizes the well being/safety of the Breed, provides a level playing field between experienced and novice Competitors of all ages, and fosters good sportsmanship.
2025 NMDA Show Chair
Diane Calderon
1576 N. Rustler Trail
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
(623) 203-8266
E-mail: dchorses10@gmail.com
2025 Show Calendar
Fort Worth Stock Show
Fort Worth, TX
January 25 – 26, 2025
Contact: Lauren Lovelace Murray, Show Manager; 817-877-2400
E-mail: lauren@fwssr.com
Dixie National Color Bonanza 2025
MS State Fairgrounds, Jackson, MS
January 29 – 30, 2025
Contact: Dianna Watson, Show Manager; 479-721-3969
E-mail: watsonhorseshow@gmail.com
Daffodil Dandy
Glen Rose, TX
April 11 - 13, 2025
Contact: Tracey Slagle; 308-624-0212
E-mail: Tracey_stagle@hotmail.com
Judge: Duane Stutzman
SDMS Classic Limestone County Fairgrounds
922 N Tyus St, Groesbeck, TX
May 17, 2025
Contact: (254) 913-5925
E-mail: Donnasdonkeys@gmail.com
Judge: James Rutledge
California Gold Rush
Lincoln, CA
June 7 & 8, 2025
Contact: Tracy Naves; 775-722-3340
Tracy.naves@gmail.com
Judge: Pat Hightower
The Little Long Ear Show
Pontotoc County Agriplex, Ada, OK
June 14 & 15, 2025
Contact: Paula Brown; 903-245-6056
Paulajbrownmom@hotmail.com
Judge: James Rutledge
Honkey Tonk Miniature Donkey Extravaganza
Cooper Steel Arena at the Celebration Grounds, Shelbyville, TN
July 26 & 27 2025
Contact: Dianna Watson; 479-721-3969
Watsonhorseshows@gmail.com
Judge: Jean Werner
Ozark Empire Fair
Springfield, MO
July 28 & 29 2025
Contact: Karson Thomas; 417-833-2660
Email: karson@ozarkempisre.com
Judge: Kelly Reames
NMDA 2025 National Show
State Fair of Texas, Dallas, TX
August 30 – September 1, 2025
Contact: Patty Poe, Show Manager; 817-371-7727
E-mail: Ppoe@bigtex.com
Judge: Butch Watson
Complete 2025 show list will be posted soon!
Please check back...
NMDA-Approved Judges 2025
Tina Langness
1593 160th Ave.
New Richmond, WI 54017
(715) 760-2496
E-mail: tinadave@frontiernet.net
Diana Firestone
702 Mine St.
Llano, TX 78643
(325) 660-5858
E-mail: Lodi101@aol.com
Karen Doby
PO Box 577
Prosper, TX 75078
(945) 276-0642
E-mail: autiger677@gmail.com
Kay Tracy
2830 Bloomingburg-New Holland Rd. NE
Washington C.H., OH 43160
(740) 437-7640
E-mail: kaytracy7640@sbcglobal.net
Pat Hightower
811 Welle St.
Dayton, NV 89403
(530) 941-2840
E-mail: pathighdancer@gmail.com
Bobbie Ferraro
1835 West Ward Ho
Navasota, TX 77868
(936) 870-8319
E-mail: peacepiperanch@aol.com
Kelly J. Reames
498 Johnson Cemetery Rd.
Paris, AR 72855
(479) 438-0103
E-mail: kelleyreames@hotmail.com
Sandy Croote
5481 S. Federal Circle Apt. G107
Littleton, CO 80123
(518) 376-4385
E-mail: dps6062@gmail.com
Elaine Page
3751 Conquergood Rd.
Harbor Beach, MI 48441
(989) 670-5702
E-mail: epagehorsejudge@yahoo.com
Margo Hepner-Hart
10556 NW 195 Ave
Hillsboro, OR 97124
(503) 645-0400
E-mail: mhhorses@aol.com
Butch Watson
7787 SW Regional Airport Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72713
(479) 644-1930
E-mail: barlquarterhorses@gmail.com
Dawn M. Taylor
4683 W. County Rd.3
Ray, MN 56669
(812) 360-2258
E-mail: ffastswimcoach@gmail.com
James Rutledge
17103 S Lake
Montgomery, TX 77316
(936) 588-1982
E-mail: jamesalene@consolidated.net
Michael E. Powell
10015 Hwy. 43
Russellville, AL 35653
256-324-1340
E-mail: mike.358.powell@gmail.com
Joan Werner
902 Thoroughbred Dr.
Orange Park, FL 32065
904-652-8965
E-mail: joanwerner@bellsouth.net
John Tabb
2711 Bellar Rd
Greenbrier, TN 37073
615-337-8420
E-mail: jotabb22@aol.com
Angie Reichert
973 Trawick Creek Rd.
Holt, FL 32564
850-826-0347
E-mail: F15AngieR@aol.com
Diane Teaque
2470 Chase Rd.
Beeville, TX 78102
936-537-7849
E-mail: cedarcrr@gmail.com
Wayne Lyon
236058 80th Street East
Foothills, Alberta Canada T1S3W5
403-862-6442
E-mail: wwlyon@texus27.com
Terri Schweger
537 Dover Church
Mt. Airy, NC 27030
336-240-3396
E-mail: Terri.rakosky@yahoo.com
Jill Paxton
617 NW Boulder Brook Rd.
Ankeny, IA 50023
319-541-4140
E-mail: Jill.paxton@gmail.com
Gene Ray Stewart
5135 Gratz Road
Owenton, KY 40359
502-558-1984
E-mail: gene@generaystewart.com
Kevin J. George
13721 East 169th St. S.
Bixby, OK 74008
918-851-1169
E-mail: kgperfhorses@yahoo.com
Mary Ann Fielitz
24516 County Road BC
Archbold, OH 43502
419-260-7687
E-mail: MAFHorses@Bright.net
Kerri L Kyle
22041 E 3750 North Rd
Roseville, IL 60963
217-246-0537
E-mail: Kerri.Kyle@me.com
Eric Scott
18700 Naomi Drive
Cashion, OK 73016
405-317-5531
E-mail: ericscott455@gmail.com
Duane Stutzman
27611 Township Road 242
Fresno, OH 43824
740-610-4129
E-mail: Horesejudge125@gmail.com
SHOW NEWS
ATTENTION YOUTH...
NMDA has added an End of Year Youth Hi-Point Champion in addition to Jack, Jennet and Gelding Champions.
The NMDA End of Year Youth Hi-Point champion is awarded to the youth that has successfully competed in three (3) NMDA shows and accumulated the most points during a calendar year in halter and performance classes. A minimum of 30 points is necessary to qualify.
Youth participating for this award need to be an NMDA family member. Points can only be accumulated on one donkey. That donkey must be declared at the first show the youth participates. Youth can show different donkeys throughout the year but only one will count toward the End of Year award. (Youth can use different donkeys throughout the show as long as the designated donkey is on the entry form before the show starts).
Recap:
* Attend at least three NMDA shows with at least two different judges
* NMDA current family membership
* Accumulate at least 30 points over the year.
NMDA End of year Hi- Point, Jack, Jennet and Gelding requirements to qualify for this award.
* Be an NMDA member in good standing for the year
* Attend at least three NMDA shows with a least two different judges
* A minimum of 50 points for the year (page 15 #78 NMDA Show Rule Book)
More Show Information
For a complete listing of all rules, download NMDA's Show Rules (pdf).
To apply for NMDA sanctioning, download and submit the NMDA's Show Approval Application (pdf).
To get a hardcopy of NMDA's Show Rules, please contact:
NMDA Central Office at nmdaasset@aol.com
Reminder to show management
Please note that NMDA requires show results be returned on the form supplied to show management. Results must be readable and contain all information requested. Returned electronically is preferred but the form can also be copied and sent by mail. Also, that the results need to be returned to Show Chairman within the 15 days with the $2.00 per donkey fee. If the show results are not returned in time or illegible, the points earned by exhibitors at this show will not be counted towards End of Year High-Point Champion competition.
