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.
July 05, 2022 | News and Publications
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Showing
Showing horses offers so many life lessons, but did you know it could actually prepare you for acing job interviews?
July 04, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
How does one go about reading cattle and why is it even important? Boyd Rice and T.J. Roberts share their cow work and cutting tips.
July 04, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
Champion Jess Savin Candy, multiple Grade 1 winner KJ Desparado headline Sunday's trials at Ruidoso Downs.
July 04, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
The track presents a graded stakes doubleheader on Friday.
July 04, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
A total of 333 juveniles are entered in 34 400-yard trials at Ruidoso Downs.
July 02, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
Taking care of his family is the name of his game.
June 30, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
A recap of non-graded stakes and trials.
July 03, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
After 29 starts, Cattail Cove gets his first stakes win.
July 03, 2022 | About AQHA
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Registering/transfer
Use these tips to make your foal a part of the world's largest breed registry.
July 03, 2022 | News and Publications
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Get Started with Horses
Every owner should know how to record a horse’s vital signs, what are normal levels – and not.
July 03, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
Fastest qualifier WRS Hava Dasher breaks her maiden in the last of seven trials at Horseshoe Indianapolis.
July 03, 2022 | News and Publications
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Breeding and foal care
Genetics, management and environment play significant roles in foal growth. A foal’s growth and development can also be influenced by nutrition.
July 03, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
The field is set for the July 23, $100,000-added final.
July 03, 2022 | Racing
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Racing
Royal Sin tops the qualifiers to the July 23, $150,000 final at Horseshoe Indianapolis.
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