About AQHA Overview
About AQHA
The American Quarter Horse Association, located in Amarillo, Texas, is the world’s largest equine breed registry and membership organization.
Welcome to AQHA
History and Facts
Learn about the history of AQHA and the American Quarter Horse.
The history of AQHA and the American Quarter Horse are as vast and colorful as our favorite horse is versatile. Learn about how the American Quarter Horse came to be, and meet some of the people who were instrumental in the establishment of the breed and the organization of AQHA as an organization committed to preserving breed integrity.
AQHA Directories
Learn more about the organizations and people who help AQHA.
Governance and Convention
Learn more about the annual AQHA convention and how you can be more involved with the decisions-making processes of your Association.
Careers
Read about employment opportunities available with the American Quarter Horse Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Take a look at our FAQs to see answers to common questions about AQHA business, membership and more.
AQHA News and Blogs
Keep up with the latest news and blogs from AQHA.
AQHA is committed to bringing you the latest news from our AQHA Headquarters and the horse industry. Plus, we've got helpful blogs to teach you more about your favorite horse topics, such as horse training, horse health, youth involvement, horseback riding and much more.
Top Resources
AQHA Mission Statement
AQHA's role in preserving the integrity of the breed is expanding on a daily basis.
AQHA Convention
Learn more about the annual AQHA convention and how you can be more involved with the decision-making processes of your Association.
December 07, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
Five graded stakes will be contested at the New Mexico track on Sunday.
December 06, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The American Quarter Horse breed is based on 11 families of horses. Almost all of them are related in some way.
December 06, 2022 | Ranching
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Ranching
This spread is raising good cattle and good horses in the Golden State.
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Journal
With a big racing background, Jess A Moose makes a great head horse for Lightning Aguilera.
December 29, 2021
Request information or reserve your space at the 2023 Nutrena AQHA Level 1 East Championships. We look forward to working with you!
December 05, 2022 | News and Publications
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Conferences, conventions and seminars
Join AQHA for the 2023 AQHA Convention February 24-27 at the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, to make a difference in your Association!
December 05, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
Fastest qualifier One Wild Cartel headlines Thursday's 350-yard Quarter Horse feature at Turf Paradise.
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Journal
Heeler Patrick Smith and his heel horse of the year claim Round 3 win in 2022 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
December 02, 2022 | News and Publications
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Awards and recognition
The Emerging Leader Award will celebrate the accomplishments of the Association’s exceptional young adult members ages 21-35.
December 02, 2022 | News and Publications
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AQHA Programs
Submit your hourly log sheets for the AQHA Horseback Riding Program before it’s too late!
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications
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The American Quarter Horse Journal
"Pockets" takes 2021 PRCA tie-down roping world champion Caleb Smidt to the pay window in Round 1 of the 2022 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
November 30, 2022 | Showing
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Ranching
No hoof, no horse! Discover how excessively dry or wet weather can affect your Quarter Horse's hooves and find solutions for common hoof-related issues.
December 01, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
A recap of non-graded stakes and trials.
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