He further explained how the buyers will by-pass the normal bureaucracy that accompanies importing a horse, like the necessary vaccinations and quarantine period. Each of the 32 Lusitanos will have health certificates, complete x-rays, and beginning on February 12, will be available for riding try-outs by appointment. The highly reputable Palm Beach Equine Clinic will be evaluating all horse x-rays and tests as well as conducting an onsite vet check for all 2009 Lusitano Collection horses.

"Trained in dressage by professional riders," Cecilia Gonzaga noted, "these noble horses have been specially selected; they are larger, have an eager-to-please temperament, and best of all, they are not pre-owned.

Buyers benefit by buying directly from the breeder." Whether equestrians seek a pleasure horse for trail riding or a dressage competitor, these Interagro Farms and Coudelaria Rocas do Vouga Lusitanos are trustworthy, brave and versatile. Luiza Almeida, 17-year-old daughter of the Coudelaria Rocas do Vouga stud farm proprietor, rode a Lusitano in the 2008 Olympics, and she is making an appearance at The 2009 Lusitano Collection® Auction.

The festivities during the Auction will include a cocktail party followed by the Showcase Parade of Horses into a hacienda-like atmosphere complete with hanging chandeliers, water fountains and lush tropical trees. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of tickets from the Auction will benefit the American Cancer Society and the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center.

For more information about The 2009 Lusitano Collection® Auction which is open to the public for a fee, go to www.lusitanocollection.com