Looking for answers about the Top Gun Horse Sale? Our FAQ page has everything you need to know about Alberta’s premier annual horse auction. Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or participate online, this guide covers the most frequently asked questions about bidding, registration, event details, and more.
If you don’t see your question here, feel free to contact us—we’re happy to assist!
General Sale Questions
Can I arrive early?
The doors open at 9AM both preview and sale so please do – reach out to the the sellers and schedule a private showing, ask questions, etc.
Can you let me know next year’s sale dates?
To be notified of next years sale dates, and other sale news, please sign up to our mailing list .
Will each horse have a box stall?
All horses consigned to the sale have a box stall, 2 bags of shavings and hay. you are required to bring your own water pail.
Will the sale be canceled for bad weather?
The sale will not cancel everything is inside rain or shine.
Colt Sellers
Can I put a reserve on my horse?
Yes anyone can put a reserve on there horse. If the reserve is not met there is a $300 buy back fee.
To place a reserve please see Jordan Dodds on the night of the preview or by 10am on sale morning.
How do I sign up to consign horses?
You have to sign up for a new account each year and phone Jordan Dodds to have your account approved for this year’s sale.
I have signed up but I can’t seem to consign a colt
All accounts must be authorized before you are able to submit colts for consignment. Phone Jordan Dodds to have your account authorized.
I’m having trouble logging in as a consignor
All accounts must be approved and authorized by speaking with Jordan Dodds over the phone before you are able to submit horses for consignment.
If you have forgotten your password you can reset your password.
What are the rules on registration papers?
All original registration papers must be at the office with a correct signed transfer – no exceptions (otherwise horse will be sold as grade).
What happens if my colt doesn’t sell?
If a colt is not sold there is a $200 buy back fee.
What is the consignment cost of each horse?
A catalogue fee of $100 is required for colts to enter the sale.
What is the sale commission on each horse?
The sales commission on all colts is 10% with a minimum of $50 – read more about our sales terms.
Online Bidding
Can I see the online sale bids without bidding?
Yes you may create an account at the VJV auction website for free and view the current bids.
How do I register to bid online?
On the date registration is open we will post a link to the auction site – if you would like to be notified when the auction website is live please sign up to our mailing list.
You must be pre-approved at 50% of the maximum amount you’re wishing to spend. This amount is held on your credit card to ensure the seriousness of buyer. The full amount will be charged if successful in bidding and refunded if you do not win the auction.
We must ensure buyers money is in place prior to any horse being sold.
Is there a video stream of the event?
There will be a live video stream of the event – get more info at our online bidding and viewing page.
What payments do you accept for buying a colt online?
Method of payment is credit card only (Master Card and/ or Visa) and a 3% buyer fee and GST will be applied to all purchases.
For more information please see our online bidding page and read our sale terms.
Colt Buyers
Do you accept phone bids?
How do I register to bid?
On the day of the sale head to to the information desk and register to bid by providing a valid government issued ID.
To bid online registrattion is required – please visit our Online Bidding page for more information.
I live outside of Alberta – can I buy a colt and arrange a trailer?
You are welcome to buy a colt from anywhere in North America as long as you deal with any required border fees and taxes.
We’ve recommended a few livestock trailers or you may arrange your own.
If I pay by cheque do I take the colt home that night?
Yes but you will not get the papers until the cheque has cleared.
Is there a buyers fee when we purchase a colt?
When you purchase a colt from the sale you are charged the purchase price plus 5% GST and there is a 3% transaction fee when paying by credit card.
What payments do you accept for buying a colt in person?
Methods of payments are Cash, Cheque, Debit or Credit Card (3% office processing fee will be added to all purchases on Visa or MasterCard).
For more information please read our sale terms.
When do I have to pickup the colt?
We would like you to pickup the horse the night of the sale – if not there is a charge of $30 per night. The Calnash AG Event Centre gets rented out for different events so you need to pickup your horse by the Monday following the sale.
