2015 aqha rule book markings

So the lines of how and what is actually being judged can blur further. Get the 2018 aqha rulebook ohio quarter horse association. Aqha cowboy mounted shooting rules clarification as with any new program that melds two organizations of the size and complexity of the aqha and cmsa there will be challenges. Ms, mr, and mrs divisions will be divided if there are 3 or more contestants of the same age into the following age divisions. She fell head over heels with an american quarter horse named mia lena bar and never. She is a great working ranch horse, rope horse, and the kids can ride her as well. Test results for all genetic disorders will only be accepted from testing facilities deemed appropriate by the association. Any coat color, pattern, white markings and eye color are equally acceptable. Send aqha an email to receive the exact rule wording. Should you need records from years not listed on the website please contact the abra points manager. It is mandatory that all weanlings must present aqha registration papers before they are eligible to show.

That whole rule change got so confusing with changing breeding stock to solid paint bred and then putting aqha cropouts as breeding stock. At the 2015 aqha convention, it was recently debated whether to allow apha registered horses with 93. Differences between rules published on aqhas website and the print rulebook shall be governed by the official rules published on the website. Did you know that if you are an iphone user, you can save the pdf file. American quarter horse association rule against registration. Rotate the device to change one page view to two page view. Well, just to be sure, i just went back and looked at the latest 2015 apha rule book, and rule rg070 color requirements was changed again march 2, 2015.

Since aqha has eliminated the white rule, all foals out of these mares are eligible for aqha registration whether colored or solid. This comprehensive horse color chart helps you identify horse colors and markings plus gain a deep understanding of quarter horse color genetics. The american quarter horse, or quarter horse, is an american breed of horse that excels at sprinting short distances. Aqha new rules for 2015 category iv ranch conformation shw552. Foals out of aqha, appendix aqha, and thoroughbred mares are eligible for both aqha and apha registration. Because the online version of the aqha rulebook can be updated throughout the year, it should be considered the mostcurrent version of the aqha official handbook of rules and regulations. This is different than the national ffa contest which follows aqha rules.

She is a palomino and has a white, ovalshaped, marking on her neck that is about 5 x 7 inches around, but she is. Aqha tested the newly approved lip cord at the 2015 lucas oil aqha world championship show. Jul 31, 2015 gunners dam, pistol, has been shown nfqha, has been featured on rule book and in the nfqha magazine. The lip cord was observed by a veterinarian, who is a member of the animal welfare commission, and other professionals who felt the devices effect on. Weanling entries must submit drawnin markings with initial fees. Pdf portable document format, which is a file format supported by adobe acrobat reader. B o x 2 0 0 amaril l o, 7 t e xas 791 6 8 8 0 6 3 648 1 1 aqh a. Phaa rule book paint horse association of australia. I was told by aqha that both parents have to be aqha or 1 aqha and 1tb. A current american quarter horse association rule that allows competitors the option of using either silver or black stirrups in english classes will continue to. Jul 23, 2015 in michigan its typical to default to the aqha rule book, but color halter is not an aqha class. A copy of current aqha registration papers must be included for each class entered with the initial nomination, except for weanlings.

The greatest cowhorse to ever look through a bridle. Rules vio204 and vio220 aqha show fines and penalties. Aqha executive committee approves modifications to frequently touched surfaces, including the mandatory gate obstacle in trail and versatility ranch horse trail and the obstacle drag in open, cowboy and amateur vrh trail, until further notice to protect the safety of exhibitors due to the. Shop for a new horse, check out a stallions breeding performance, evaluate your showing competition and more. Gohorseshow confused about aqha and apha registration. The term natural paint marking shall mean a predominant hair coat color with at. Apr 11, 2015 this is what allows him to compete in aqha, apha, and ptha horse shows. Generally, all four legs are white, at least below the hocks and knees. Pistols sire, gold country charro is a dunskin stallion that was shown in 1998 and 1999 in halter at local shows. Rule book revisions must be submitted electronically in a word document to allyson pennington.

The abra keeps show records for the past 5 years listed on the website. Wisconsin horse evaluation cde wisconsin ffa cde page. Free ebooks aqha american quarter horse association. Rulebook aqha australian quarter horse association. Even though this rule proposal was not endorsed by committee members, it still goes to the aqha executive committee in april to be voted on. This is what allows him to compete in aqha, apha, and ptha horse shows. A horse with two much white might be a paint, but it was not a registerable quarter horse. In michigan its typical to default to the aqha rule book, but color halter is not an aqha class. Mar 12, 2011 the 2011 aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is available for download on the iphone, ipad and ipod touch. The head is beautiful, triangular in shape and comparatively small in proportion to the length of neck and body. Download a printable pdf version of the 2020 rulebook. On appeal, aqha challenged the district courts denial of its motion. Free ebooks trail ride safety tips quarter horse markings and color genetics color the quarter horses activity book for horseloving kids how. Both silver and black stirrups will be allowed in aqha equitation classes in 2015.

The rulebook represents corporation bylaws, rules and regulations of registration, rules and regulations of racing, rules and regulations of shows, amateur and youth division rules and regulations, horseback riding program rules, and the constitution of aqhya. The eyes are set well apart and are placed approximately the distance from the poll to. Nov 02, 2015 if you downloaded the app in 2015, simply run the update to access the 2016 rulebook. As of 1st june 2009 until such times as the aqha receives herda results for these stallions, no paperwork received will be processed by the aqha, and any resulting progeny from a breeding that takes place as from the 1st june 2009 will not be accepted for registration with the aqha until such times as the aqha receives the herda test results. Its now coming to you in three, easytouse sections. This chapter will cover the anatomy of the horse as well as identification of unsoundness. Registered quarter horse with white marking on neck the. Aqha had developed and operated under a series of breed registry requirements, such as denying registration to quarter horses, otherwise qualified for registration, who had excessive white markings. Gohorseshow confused about aqha and apha registration rules. Its name is derived from its ability to outrun other horse breeds in races of a quarter mile or less.

Check out the aqha rule book for a complete look at aqha rules and regulations. At a minimum, you must enter a letteryearage, the color and sex of your thoroughbred. The first two sections of the 2015 handbook registration and showing are now available in pdf format and print. In addition, he has been paid into the aqha incentive fund for 2004 and 2005 breeding seasons.

Horse judging manual college of agricultural, consumer and. Always refer to the most recent rulebook for the most uptodate rules. Jul 30, 2008 i was told by aqha that both parents have to be aqha or 1 aqha and 1tb. This was edited on march 21, 2015, to more precisely reflect the direct quotes found in the aqha transcript of johnny trotters speech i made a quick 36hour trip to fort worth over the weekend to attend saturdays events at the aqha convention, which also commemorated the. The aqha handbook also states that registered horses with excessive white. Plaintiffs filed suit against aqha, alleging violations of the sherman act, 15 u. A current american quarter horse association rule that allows competitors the option of using either silver or black stirrups in english classes will continue to be the rule in 2015. This rule book is revised annually, or as necessary, by the texas state 4h horse show committee. Mar 31, 2015 aqha had developed and operated under a series of breed registry requirements, such as denying registration to quarter horses, otherwise qualified for registration, who had excessive white markings. The rulebook also answers all your questions regarding aqha rules, show patterns, horse markings, equipment guidelines and much more. The american quarter horse association is an organization that works for its members. Pistols sire, gold country charro is a dunskin stallion that was. Please complete this form by entering as much information as possible about the horse. According to the 2015 aqha handbook, if a horse has more than a 1inch diameter white spot with light skin in designated areas, then it must undergo dna testing in order to receive registration from aqha.

In an effort to clarify the rules pertaining to the aqha classes within the cowboy mounted shooting association this document, with faq, was created. Submit your items to be considered at the 2016 aqha convention by december 31. Aqha s limited objective is to require, by rule enforcement, a level playing field of competition in order that performance of exhibitor and horse can be judged uniformly by competent judges. The aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is now available at the touch of a button. Official rulebook of the american miniature horse association amha rulebook pdf click the link to access or download. Superintendents believe that aqha rule book is not as comprehensive as usefs, nor does it allow for unbiased education since aqha represents a single breed vs. As an exhibitor its important to remember that youre not at a breed show and there will be variance in procedure. Feb 17, 2017 this was edited on march 21, 2015, to more precisely reflect the direct quotes found in the aqha transcript of johnny trotters speech i made a quick 36hour trip to fort worth over the weekend to attend saturdays events at the aqha convention, which also commemorated the associations 75th anniversary.

The inside circumference of the ring must be free of rein, curb or headstall attachments which. Official 2020 handbook of the appaloosa horse club the aphc document on this page is a. Dec 09, 2015 aqha tested the newly approved lip cord at the 2015 lucas oil aqha world championship show. The term natural paint marking shall mean a predominant hair coat color with at least one contrasting area of solid white hair of the required size with some underlying unpigmented skin present on the horse at the time of its birth. What constitutes double registered are the aqhas that have excessive white and once would have been denied registration.

At the 2011 aqha convention, march 47 in grapevine, texas, aqha announced the release of a digital version of the aqha official handbook. The 2015 aqha official handbook of rules and regulations just got easier to use. If you downloaded the app in 2015, simply run the update to access the 2016 rulebook. A horse meeting bloodline requirements outlined in rule rg015. Aqha members enjoy complementary records research each month. The inside circumference of the ring must be free of rein, curb or headstall attachments which would provide leverage.

Aqha does have rules that tend to change from time to time regarding naming a horse. Aqha rules pertaining to prohibition of drugs, surgical alteration or any inhumane treatment of the horse provide for absolute responsibil ity for a horses condition by an exhibitor, trainer, participant andor. The 2011 aqha official handbook of rules and regulations is available for download on the iphone, ipad and ipod touch. Gunners dam, pistol, has been shown nfqha, has been featured on rule book and in the nfqha magazine.