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.
May 03, 2021 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Montana ranch is recognized as a leader in the ranching business.
May 12, 2021 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The AQHA Executive Committee recently reviewed and took action on recommendations from the AQHA Board of Directors, which met at the 2021 AQHA Convention in San Antonio.
May 12, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Apollitical B Snow outruns his long odds to win Tuesday feature at Delta Downs.
May 10, 2021 | News and Publications
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Timed / Speed events
These winners topped the open and futurity AQHA incentive races at the 2021 Better Barrel Races World Finals, besting nearly 600 entries.
May 11, 2021 | News and Publications
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Commissions, Committees, Boards, and Councils
Robin Merrill, Catherine Nicholas and Larry Bell were appointed to serve on the 2021-22 American Quarter Horse Foundation Board of Trustees.
November 02, 2012 | About AQHA
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Registering/transfer
Getting a hair root for your horse's genetic tests doesn't have to be a battle.
April 13, 2020 | News and Publications
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Ranching
The American Quarter Horse breeders who most recently hit their 50th cumulative or consecutive year of breeding the world’s most versatile horse will be honored in 2021.
May 11, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Girl With A Plan headlines Sunday's Quarter Horse feature at SunRay Park.
May 11, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
The track gathers a record handle on Monday, May 10, its season-opener day
April 27, 2021 | News and Publications
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AQHA Executive Committee
AQHA Executive Vice President Craig Huffhines announced his resignation, and AQHA Chief Legal Counsel Chad Pierce is named interim executive vice president.
April 16, 2020 | Timed Events
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Timed / Speed events
This AQHA world champion and NFR qualifier shares his tips for making roping steers last.
April 02, 2019 | Timed Events
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Timed / Speed events
Avoid burnout in roping steers with these cattle management methods.
May 10, 2021 | Racing
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Racing
Five stakes, headed by the Grade 3, $332,900 Sam Houston Derby, will be contested at the track on Friday.
May 10, 2021 | AQHA Services
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Customer Service
AQHA On-Site Member Services will be at the 2021 Farmers & Ranchers Spring Horse Sale May 14-15 in Salina, Kansas.
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