“Why My Favorite Horse Would Love to be a Breyer Model” Essay contest entry period ends July 31st, 2024
(Pequannock, NJ—July 25, 2024) — Would you like to see your favorite horse as a Breyer model? Then tell us his or her story and you might have that chance! As part of Breyer Animal Creation’s 75th anniversary celebration in 2025, we’re throwing a “Why My Favorite Horse Would Love to be a Breyer Model” essay contest. Three winners will be honored with a personal copy of their very own genuine Breyer model in the likeness of their entry when Breyer’s Diamond Anniversary happens in 2025!
The contest is open to essays about real horses and ponies of all breeds, types, and abilities—whether they’re a show ring champion or a solid-citizen lesson pony. You don’t even need to own a horse to write about it! Tell us about that precious pony you own, a horse that you ride, or a horse you admire.
To enter, describe in 250 words or lesswhy your favorite horse is the hands-down choice to be honored as a Breyer model. Be sure to include a photo with your submission. Essays will be judged on the character of the horse and the creative expression of the writer. One of the three winning entries, with the permission of the horse’s owner, may even have the opportunity to become part of the Breyer stable and available at your favorite Breyer retailer in 2025!
While many will enter, only three will win. No purchase necessary to enter or win. Contest is open to legal residents, ages 5 and above at the time of entry, of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec), where allowed. Void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law.
For more information and to enter, go to www.BreyerHorses.com/blogs/news/Essay for details. Deadline for entries is July 31, 2024.
Founded in 1950 in Chicago, Illinois, Breyer Animal Creations’ storied history traces back to an F.W. Woolworth commission to create a horse statue to adorn a mantel clock. When, a deluge of orders poured in for the horse only—now known as the # 57 Western Horse—Breyer took the bit and ran. Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2025, Breyer has championed the horse and animals for decades.
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About Breyer Animal Creations®
One of America’s most iconic equestrian brands, Breyer Animal Creations is a division of Reeves International, Inc., a family-owned, NJ-based toy manufacturer and distributor, honored with nation’s Horse Industry Vision Award, and finalist for the Toy Hall of Fame. Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2025, Breyer is known for BreyerFest, its annual hands-on horse festival that takes place in Kentucky and virtually each July. Breyer’s dedication to creating authentic, realistic model horses for play, collecting and crafting inspires a vibrant, devoted international community that considers Breyer far more than a brand—it’s the gateway to the horse world!
Learn more at www.BreyerHorses.com
* Contest entry period begins June 25, 2024, at 5:00PM EDT and ends July 31, 2024, at 11:59PM EDT. Contest is open to all legal residents, ages 5 and above at the time of entry, of the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec), where allowed. Email account required. Parent must submit entry if entrant is under age 13. If selected as a potential winner, parental consent is required if entrant is under age 18 (or under the legal age of majority in the entrant’s state of residence in the U.S. or jurisdiction of residence in Canada – whichever is greater). Void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law. Estimated Retail Value (ERV) of prize is US$1,000.00; total ERV of all three prizes is US$3,000.00. See Official Rules for details at www.BreyerHorses.com/blogs/news/Essay
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