Official stud book registry by american quarter horse association. Australian quarter horse association, west tamworth, nsw. The type originated about the 1660s as a cross between native steeds of spanish origin used by the earliest colonists and english equines imported to virginia from about 1610. As the studbook of origin for american quarter horses, aqha has successfully protected data related to the registration, ownership and. European commission clarifies studbook of origin with aqha and. Aqha american quarter horse stud book american quarter horses, one of the earliest acknowledged types of equines in the united states. The australian quarter horse association was incorporated in 1972 and over the years has. Here for the first time is a digest of known information about the stallions whose descendants appear in the early volumes of the american quarter horse association studbook. History of the american quarter horse association western.
Dam and granddam must be at minimum in the main mare book or the equivalent in her registry of approval. As of january 1, 1990, a total of 2,682,844 horses had been registered, and membership stood at 250,000. American quarter horse association stud books and registry. To search for a horse in the database, simply enter the horses name in the form above. The association sanctions many competitive events and maintains the official registry. On the advice of the american quarter horse association, the horderns purchased a line of registered thoroughbred mares selected on their. Since the aphc id and pc horses, the american quarter horse assn. Quarter horses for leisure horseback riding program enjoy the ride. American quarter horse association the complete guide. These old stud books are collectible and hard to find.
Quarter horses every horse on king ranch is a descendant of old sorrel, the foundation sire of king ranch, and one of the foundation sires of the american quarter horse breed. The official quarter horse breed registry in new zealand, affiliiated with the american quarter horse. In some cases, an open stud book may eventually become closed once the breed type is deemed to be. The official quarter horse breed registry in new zealand, affiliiated with the american quarter horse association studbook american quarter horse association of new zealand aqhanz american quarter horse association of new zealand inc. Quarter horse stud books for sale, thoroughbred stud books.
In light of the cancellation of the 2020 american quarter horse association aqha convention, the aqha executive committee has filled the vacancy on the executive committee per aqha bylaw article iv section 3 in appointing a person to fill such vacancy, the executive committee requested the recommendation of the aqha past presidents who normally recommend a slate of. Denhardt, a former officer in the american quarter horse association, spent many years tracking down the bloodlines of the foundation sires, their pedigrees, and highlights of their careers. The abc and xyz for the american quarter horse in belgium. Nov 06, 2015 undoubtedly the foreign market will play an everincreasing role in the next 50 years of the american quarter horse association. History of the american quarter horse association page 3 of. In the foundation of the american quarter horse stud book, the term waggoner bred was considered pedigree enough for registrationso esteemed were his horses by other breeders and by founders of the breed association. Includes alphabetical index for registration numbers 1 through 812,000. The three bars tb bloodline e book is the perfect read for anyone who wants to learn more about the history of the american quarter horse lineage, as it explores how thoroughbred bloodlines intermingled with the american quarter horse breed to create some of the best racing and ranch horses in history.
No horse foaled in the united states, puerto rico or. Also have some older green hardback quarter horse stud books for sale. Includes information on programs sponsored by the aqha including youth, american quarter horse racing, american quarter horse showing, and recreational riding. The organization also houses the american quarter horse hall of fame and museum and sponsors. Trustees are elected at the annual meeting of the board of directors of the american quarter horse association, when the board elects its executive committee. In horses, an example of a closed stud book is that of the thoroughbred, with a stud book tracing to 1791. The american quarter horse, or quarter horse, is an american breed of horse that excels at sprinting short distances. The american quarter horse association nz inc is the official breed association for the quarter horse in new zealand.
Studbook american quarter horse association of new. Usa horses any horse that appears in the stud book that has usa in front of the number is not registered with this association. The type originated about the 1660s as a cross between native steeds of spanish origin used by the earliest colonists and. The association has not joined in the barrage of media focused. Official stud book registry by american quarter horse. History of the american quarter horse association at the annual meeting in fort worth in march 1947, the permanent stud book was officially opened. The american quarter horse foundation board of trustees is the governing board of the foundation. The allbreed pedigree database offers a free american quarter horse pedigree search for hundreds of thousands of horses. Breeds of livestock quarter horse breeds of livestock. Original registration by the nas, an nasrecognized wbfsh registry, the jockey club or the arabian horse association. National show q20 national show 2nd 14th april 2020 aelec 2340. The aqha stud book and registration committee approves genetic panel test measures at the 20 aqha convention.
The horse, its owners, fans, riders, trainers, caretakers, grooms, shows. Among dogs, an example of an open stud book would be the registries maintained by the american kennel club as its foundation stock service. They set the standards for racing, and set up a register of merit system to help with handicapping racing. Butch wise, president stan weaver, second vice president norman luba and member kenneth banks not pictured. Appendix and the arabian horse club registry partblooded horses are not a part of their parent breeders regular books, photocopies of these certificates clearly showing that both parents are part of the specific registry outcross breeds must be provided with application for. This honor went to king ranchs wimpy, a grandson of old sorrel. Board of trustees aqha american quarter horse association.
The organization also houses the american quarter horse hall of fame and museum and sponsors educational programs. Other 22 volumes cover registration numbers 1 through 962,000. One example is the semiopen stud book of the american quarter horse, which still accepts horses of thoroughbred breeding, particularly via its appendix registry. Lassociation francaise du quarter horse a ete creee en 1981. The australian quarter horse association is australias quarter horse peak body, or national quarter horse association. Its name is derived from its ability to outrun other horse breeds in races of a quarter mile or less. Australian quarter horse association home facebook. I have met so many wonderful people as a result of my involvement with apha.
The aqha controls the american quarter horse stud book and registry. American quarter horses, one of the earliest acknowledged types of equines in the united states. Retrouvez les evenements auxquels nous participons staff aqha. Dqha maintains the original stud book for the american quarter horse in europe and establishes the principles for the breeding of the american quarter horse according. Listing of upcoming events and competitions, member clubs, and associated links. This was the longawaited takeoff on a longrange registration program of horses from proven. History of the american quarter horse in the uk aqha. Im hoping to find my yearling filly, and ive found an australian quarter horse association also aqha online, anyone know where an american one is. When the first stud book was issued the following year, it listed 537 horsesall of whom had been inspected and approved as to recognized quarter horse type and ancestry. Aug 31, 2011 american quarter horse association online stud book.
You are welcome to add the horse using the maintenance menu. Aqha american quarter horse association stud books. American quarter horse stud book del rio quarter horses. A closed stud book is a stud book or breed registry that does not accept any outside blood. Exceptions are thoroughbred stallions and arabian stallions that have been accepted for inspection. Aqha american quarter horse association stud book and. Formed in 1970, the aqhanz is a thriving, vibrant organisation offering competitions, education and incentive programmes for youth and amateur riders, including the biannual quarter horse youth world cup and transtasman challenge. American quarter horse association stud books and registry ebay. Aqha stud book agricultural business research institute une. When the american quarter horse association aqha was founded in 1940, the founders agreed that the grand champion of the 1941 fort worth fat stock show would be recorded as number one in their stud book.
Before the american paint horse association stud book was closed in the 1980s, a few sabino arabian stallions were inspected and registered. The unique american quarter horse has evolved from a quarter mile racer into the most diversified horse in the world. Official breed registry and membership association for the american quarter horse. Two of his sons, old red buck and chief, were among the first 20 horses listed in the american quarter horse association aqha stud book.
Home american quarter horse association of new zealand. Online studbook aqha australian quarter horse association. The american quarter horse association is committed to protecting the welfare of the american quarter horse on and off the racetrack. Affiliates country and communicate such concerns to aqha and, if applicable and appropriate, the country government. Although its origin can be traced to the colonial era, the american quarter horse gained a reputation as a faithful mount during the texas open range era, particularly during cattle drives to northern railroads. The american quarter horse association is not only the greatest american authority on quarter horses, its also the worlds when it comes to this beautiful breed. We hold true to the long and glorious history of this breed and acknowledge the original andalusian bloodlines which include horses from both spain and portugal. This ensures that the animal is a purebred member of the breed. Any horse that appears in the stud book that has usa in front of the number is not registered with this association. Aqha stud book and registry story time just got better with prime book box, a subscription that delivers editorially handpicked childrens books every 1, 2, or 3 months at 40% off list price.
American quarter horse association online stud book. The registered animals and all subsequent offspring trace back to the foundation stock. They registered horses that were in aqhas stud books. Q12345 any colour bay bay brown bay roan black black grey blue roan brown brown black brown roan buckskin chestnut cremello dark bay dark chestnut dun grey grulla light bay liver chestnut palomino palomino roan perlino red dun red roan roan chestnut sorrel taffy unknown.
Fox who also imported the first pure bred qh stallion hollywood cotton, no. Thank you for sponsoring the regional paint horse championship classes. The american quarter horse association aqha, based in amarillo, texas, is an international organization dedicated to the preservation, improvement and recordkeeping of the american quarter horse. Studbook american quarter horse association of new zealand. On march 15, 1940, about 75 men and women gathered in fort worth to formally establish the aqha. Appaloosa horse club stud book and registry, volume iv hardback in very good to excellent condition. Regardless of his parentage, peter mccue was an impressive racehorse and a prolific sire. Since the american quarter horse was formally established as a breed, the aqha stud book has remained open to. If you look at the history of thoroughbred equine racing information today youll see that this sport is referred to as the sport of kings by numerous different racing lovers.
Official stud book and registry, volume one, number eleven, 1957 by the american quarter horse association and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This fasterthanlightning american horse is world famous for its performances in horse racing competitions. In 1940, however, the american quarter horse association aqha was organized, and in 1950 it was reorganized to include other quarter horse organizations. Find quarter horse stallions at stud with our online stallion directory. Find stallions at stud on and breed your perfect foal. History of the american quarter horse association page 3. Every horse on the ranch descends from peppy san badger or mr. The official quarter horse breed registry in new zealand, affiliiated with the american quarter horse association. The horse is recorded with our association as a forebearer of an imported horse that is registered with us. Mescal was a son of the great king ranch stallion wimpy, p1 in the american quarter horse stud book. Those first 20 horses are considered the founders of the breed and called the grand 20.
Nbva is committed to attending to the needs of its members, making sure the stability of the market as an entire by promoting specific growth and success. You have a wonderful association and im proud to be a part of it. Nov 06, 2015 on march 15, 1940, about 75 men and women gathered in fort worth to formally establish the aqha. To this day, people still argue about who sired peter mccue. American quarter horse association june 10, 20 the aqha stud book and registration committee approves genetic panel test measures at the 20 aqha convention. Aqha announces 20202021 executive committee quarter. American quarter horse association better business bureau. The belgian quarter horse association is founded to preserve, protect and serve the american quarter horse in belgium. These old stud books are hard to find and collectible. Aqha announces 20202021 executive committee quarter horse news. American quarter horse association american organization. Foaled in 1935, he was bred and owned by the king ranch. I will be listing other lots of these please see photos for years and volumes.
American quarter horse association better business. Yulgilbar quarter horse stud, 24 junction road, merricks. Quarter horse online stud book del rio quarter horses. This includes the the books are in good shape have normal wear from age including page darkening and wear to edges and some spinal wear although all are in good condition. Mar 28, 2020 in light of the cancellation of the 2020 american quarter horse association aqha convention, the aqha executive committee has filled the vacancy on the executive committee per aqha bylaw article iv section 3.
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