The skinny on the newest addition to AQHA records research.

AQHA's Kayla Randall

Early in 2009, AQHA announced the debut of a new records research program. The Next Generation of AQHA Records was created so that, whether you are an AQHA member or not, you can still have access to official AQHA records anytime, anywhere. Since this is a new system, read on to find out how to access and use AQHA’s Next Generation records.

If you are an AQHA member, you can access Next Generation Records with your AQHA ID number and PIN. If you are not a current member, you can set up an account utilizing your e-mail address. You will be e-mailed a password when you register.

Once you are set up and logged in, click on “purchase reports.” The feature of Next Generation Records I find most appealing is the choice to order a record for multiple horses. So, if you need get records for 50 sires, it’s at your fingertips. No calls, no waiting, just enter your horse or horses and choose your record. Once the record is complete, it is e-mailed to you. Where AQHA’s previous method of online records research only gave you access to a record for 72 hours, Next Generation packages it, e-mails it, and it’s yours to peruse at your leisure! If you are new to the system and would like to see it in action, click on the Help link. A video walk through will begin playing.

Even though Next Generation Records was created so that both members and non-members of AQHA could access our stellar reports, becoming an AQHA member gains you a discount — not only with many of our wonderful Corporate Partners, but on the records you order as well. Give Customer Service a call or leave me a comment if you would like a walk-through or need help accessing AQHA’s Next Generation of Records Research.

As Always, At Your Service,

Kayla Randal

Find out a little more about AQHA records and how to get one for free!

AQHA's Kayla Randall

Early in 2009, AQHA announced the debut of a new records research program. The Next Generation of AQHA Records was created so that, whether you are an AQHA member or not, you can still have access to official AQHA records any time, anywhere.

Non-members have always been able to contact AQHA Customer Service and request records, but today’s Read the rest of this entry »

Part 1 in a bimonthly feature of AQHA’s corporate partners.

One of AQHA’s biggest FAQs is, “What comes with my AQHA membership?”

AQHA's Kayla Randall

AQHA’s corporate partners provide many discounts and awesome freebies, such as America’s Horse magazine, plus support for some of AQHA’s most popular programs and events.

I’ve listed the discounts AQHA members receive.

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Feel more confident when purchasing an American Quarter Horse with the security features on our new certificate!

Change isn’t always easy, but it’s usually for the better.

Last Fall, in response to member feedback, AQHA released the newest version of the certificate of registration. The new cert sports easy-to-spot security features and a better display of your horse’s program enrollments and the markings, brands and other physical characteristics that make him unique.

Your horse’s certificate is verification of his authenticity as an American Quarter Horse. To ensure your certificate is as versatile as your American Quarter Horse, AQHA requested feedback from members of all walks of the equine lifestyle. The input we received was phenomenal and helped us come up with some pretty awesome features on the new certificate. Read on to see an example and a feature-by-feature explanation. Read the rest of this entry »

Learn how to start earning AQHA dressage points.

Here at AQHA, we’ve expanded our show class repertoire to include dressage.

This is an exciting move for many of our exhibitors, who have been waiting for their dressage points to be included in their American Quarter Horse’s performance record. Read the rest of this entry »

Complete your AQHA convention registration today!

AQHA is an organization that works for our  members. Each spring, AQHA holds a convention to review AQHA rules and policies.

AQHA members have the ability to submit rule change suggestions as topics to be discussed at convention each year. The Rule Change Proposal form is available on the Web site and is due each year by December 31 to be reviewed at the current year’s convention.

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

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Get your tickets and join us in Murfreesboro to celebrate the American Quarter Horse!

AQHA is pulling out all the stops once again, April 30-May 2,  in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. QuarterFest 2010 is packed with clinics, shopping and fun, all centered around celebrating the versatility of America’s Horse. Tickets went on sale January 4, 2010, and the clinic spots are filling up fast! Read on to see what AQHA has in store for you at QuarterFest!

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

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Your AQHA membership provides a new level of security with EquiPass.

Confidence and security make traveling a lot more fun. AQHA has recently teamed up with Coach-Net to provide yet another discounted benefit to AQHA members.

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

EquiPass is the newest service offered to AQHA members. It’s an all-inclusive road-side assistance and concierge service. EquiPass is unique in that it covers and cares for the horses and trailers you are hauling as well as the vehicle. AQHA members pay a low yearly fee of $169 or Read the rest of this entry »

Check off your AQHA to-do list today!

The end of yet another year is closing in, and everyone is in a mad rush to meet deadlines and complete paperwork. In the midst of holiday travels, those deadlines can be hard to keep track of! Read below to see a few of the most-common yearend deadlines and a few others that are coming up.

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

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Rules and qualifications for the AQHA Rookie of the Year award.

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

AQHA has several award programs that benefit new exhibitors. The Justin Rookie of the Year award is a favorite of mine.

The Justin Rookie of the Year award program requires a little strategy. You only get one shot at it, so if you are new at showing AQHA, read on to see how you can get your hands on the prize!

The Justin Rookie of the Year Award is available to amateur and youth competitors, and is split into the following divisions, according to age, and split again by state/province. Read the rest of this entry »

Check out the new address change feature for AQHA!

AQHA has recently created a new way to update your address. Moving is enough of a hassle; getting all of your contact information updated should be easy!

AQHA Customer Service Rep Kayla Randall

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What you need to know to get your specially bred foal registered.

With modern advances in science, we can now breed a mare to a stallion without them ever being in the same pasture. They don’t even have to be on the same continent! Semen can be cooled or frozen and shipped virtually anywhere. Read on for AQHA’s rules regarding mares bred by cooled transported and frozen semen. Read the rest of this entry »