In 2003, Hailo won the Verband Plaque as the most successful dressage horse for the ATA. He competed, winning and placing at Grand Prix with trainer, Juan Cavoti, with no score lower than 60%, averaging 63+ in 2004. Hailo is proving his ability as a sire of exceptional performance horses. In 2004 he ranked 15th in the Nation by USEF statistics out of over 1300 stallions nationwide. With a pedigree to back up his siring ability, Hailo combines elegance, athleticism and "presence". Many offspring have placed high in Horse of the Year awards. His children are also earning many championships in the hunter field.