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.
January 25, 2021 | AQHA Services
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Customer Service
AQHA On-Site Member Services will be at the Ohio Quarter Horse Association office February 1-4 in Columbus, Ohio.
January 25, 2021 | News and Publications
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RHC Cutting
Trainer Michael Cooper says the “quit” is the easiest maneuver in cutting – and the most difficult to explain. Here's how to read a cow's body language.
January 25, 2021 | News and Publications
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Training
Shane Brown explains how to ride your horse to a perfect sliding stop in reining and rein work patterns.
January 25, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Up For Speed is the fastest qualifier to the February 14, $157,750 final.
January 24, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Field is set for the Grade 1, $203,950 final.
January 21, 2021 | About AQHA
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Registering/transfer
What to know when you're thinking about having an embryo foal out of your mare.
November 09, 2017
We take a look at what your horse’s hair coat and body does to stay warm, and why that might not always be enough.
October 14, 2020 | Showing
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Get Started with Horses
Download these phone apps to make your horse life easier.
January 22, 2021 | AQHA Services
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Customer Service
AQHA On-Site Member Services will be at the 2021 Black Hills Stock Show Trade Show January 29 - February 6 in Rapid City, South Dakota.
January 22, 2021 | AQHA Services
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Customer Service
AQHA On-Site Member Services will be at the 2021 Black Hills Stock Show Horse Sale January 29-30 in Rapid City, South Dakota.
January 22, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
The track has announced its 2021 spring/summer race dates.
January 22, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
The Altoona, Iowa, racetrack is set to open an 84-day season in April.
January 22, 2021 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
AQHYA challenges each youth to strive to encourage, empower and elevate their Quarter Horse journey.
January 22, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
The AQHA Racing Champions Announcements night was a great one to celebrate the horses we love.
January 22, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
California Horse Racing Board approves yearlong racing license.
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