AQHA Ranching Overview
Welcome to AQHA Ranching
American Quarter Horses and ranching go hand in hand, and it's our goal at AQHA to preserve that working tradition.
Competitions
There are a variety of ways to compete in ranching events with your American Quarter Horse.
The Versatility Ranch Horse competition promotes the athletic ability and versatility of the horse and is demonstrated in five classes – ranch riding, ranch trail, ranch reining, ranch cow work and ranch conformation. There are divisions for open, amateur, cowboy and youth. For complete rules and regulations, refer to the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations.
Programs
AQHA offers programs for all ages that celebrate the ranching American Quarter Horse.
AQHA has a ranching competition or breeding program that suites the talents and pedigree of your ranch-bred American Quarter Horse. Learn more, and get started!
News and Blogs
From awards and event coverage to touching stories from the ranch, we're covering every aspect of the ranching industry for you.
Never miss the latest news, blogs and coverage from your ranching community. Tune in to the latest from AQHA.
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 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 01, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Four American Quarter Horses were recognized as the Top Ranching Heritage-Bred Horses during the AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships and its concurrent events.
July 01, 2022 | Ranching
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Ranching
Boots O'Neal remembers one of the great horses that turned in a great ride day in and day out.
June 30, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
A quick insight to the benefits of owning an AQHA Ranching Heritage-bred horse.