Frequently asked questions
How can I safeguard my horse against theft
My horse is not Quarter will you register it still?
Why should I bother to register a horse without a proven pedigree?
Will I get a certificate with my registration? What will it look like?
My horse is a unique color not commonly accepted will you register it?
You put Bay on my certificate my horse is black!
My horse was rejected because of its markings by other registries! Will you still register it?
Will my horses offspring be registered?
I am only twelve can I register my horse?
My horse is already registered with a color registry, is it still acceptable?
Do you have size restrictions?
What are the "sections" all about?
What are the requirements for registration?
My question was not answered on this page?
Where can I get a membership application?
You may use
our instant online application, or
print out an application from our online
forms list. You may also request an application be sent to you through the
mail by calling or sending us an
email with your mailing address enclosed.
To return it you may mail, email, or fax it to N.Q.H.R.
How
do I begin registration?
The best
place to start is by printing an application packet from the forms page, and
filling in as much information as you know. You may also fill in an
instant application for faster
service. The second step would be to
research any information you do not know. The more information you can
provide us the more valuable you're certificate will be! After filling out
your application and required forms you may mail, email, or fax the
paperwork and pictures to N.Q.H.R. We also offer an instant application for
those who have the information ready and wish to speed up the process. For
information on the processing fees please see the fee schedule or our forms
page.
Why
would I bother to register a horse without a proven pedigree?
OR
My horse isn't Quarter can I still register it?
N.Q.H.R
stand on cross breeding is remembering where the quarter horse came from.
The quarter horse type came from a mixture of Spanish and colonial stock
horses, among others. We believe cross bred horses can be an attribute to
the breeds from which they came. Firstly we suggest registering all horses
for the peace of mind it can provide (see How can I
safeguard my horse). Secondly we recommend registering any horses that
may be bred so that their offspring have a value of at least one generation
of recorded history. The more history, the higher the horse's value is. Bottom line is we are working hard to provide peace of mind for you
as well as an elevated value for you're horse.
What
are your size restrictions?
We do not have
restrictions on size but we do classify the different sizes as follows:
Equine over 14-2 hands
or 58 inches
will be classified as HORSE
Equine between 10 and 14-2 hands will be classified as PONY
Not eligible for Section A or C
Equine
under 10 hands
or 40 inches
will be classified as MINIATURE
Not eligible for Section A or C
A "hand" = four inches
Will I get a certificate
with my registration?
Yes, you
will receive a certificate for every horse you register.
My
horse is full blooded Quarter but was rejected by other registries because
of too much white will N.Q.H.R. accept it?
That is precisely why the N.Q.H.R expanded
to offer four sections in the registry! The N.Q.H.R believes any horse
should be eligible for registry no matter what their breeding, color, or
markings. While we do still require a markings standard for our full blooded
and Quarter type sections. Horses with extensive white markings may apply
for the Paint Type, and Registration of Ownership sections.
A proven pedigree is not required for Section B Quarter Type, Section C
Paint Type or Section D Registration of Ownership.
Sections A-C have the following marking restrictions.
Will my horse's offspring be registered?
YES With
proper application you're horses offspring may be registered most times at a
higher section than there parents.
Here's a quick chart to show how offspring may advance if the proper
application and verifications are provided.
OFFSPRING ADVANCEMENT CHART
|
Parent 1 |
Parent 2 |
Solid Marked |
Paint Marked |
|
A |
A |
A |
C |
|
A |
B |
A |
C |
|
A |
C |
A |
C |
|
A |
D* |
B |
C |
|
B |
B |
B |
C |
|
B |
C |
B |
C |
|
B |
D* |
B |
C |
|
C |
C |
B |
C |
|
C |
D* |
B or D* |
C |
|
D* |
D* |
B or D* |
C |
* Section D: Registered in the National Quality Horse Registry
My
horse is Black, but it says Bay on my certificate?
N.Q.H.R
registers, a horse's color based on genetic history (if available ). Black
or dark brown horses with gold on their muzzle are genetically bays with a
sooty factor. For descriptions and pictures on genetic colors, and what we
classify different horses as please see our color reference area. If you
still would rather your horse was registered as black, N.Q.H.R will be happy
to alter or replace your certificate free of charge.
My horse is a unique color not commonly accepted can it be registered?
YES we
accept all colors of horses. We pride our selves in being "politically"
correct on our color designations. N.Q.H.R. is actively keeping up with the
latest equine genetic findings by several universities. To find out more
visit our color reference area.
I
am twelve years old can I register my horse?
YES you're
welcome to fill out an application for registration. You will need one of
you're parents or guardian's signature's on all the required forms and
application.
My
horse is Palomino and registered with a color registry can it still be registered with
you?
YES
you're welcome to register your horse with as many registries as you would
like. We do not know of any registries that have a rule against being a
member of more than one registry or Equine association. There are several
registries and equine associations for most pedigreed horse breeds and
colors. There are very few with open registration sections.
How can I safe guard my horse against theft?
Option 1
Branding is a highly visible (somewhat debated) way of saying this livestock
is mine. But don't forget to register and periodically update your brand or
no one will know who to return the horse to.
Option 2
Putting locks, video cameras, and/or guard animals on your stables can deter some would be horse thief's but not
all.
Option 3
Register your horse with a reputable organization willing to assist in the
case your horse is stolen.
N.Q.H.R. registration certificates not only show your horse's ownership
information and pedigree, but they also have a complete description and
pictures of your horse right on the certificate. We believe that the best
way to find a missing or stolen horse is to spread the vital basics out to
as many people and horse related facilities as fast as possible. With this
in mind N.Q.H.R has teamed up with several online missing horse notification
boards and will immediately notify any livestock auction houses that have
internet connections in the case you're horse is missing. Most missing
horses are probably found just down the road grazing but It is shocking just
how many are on the boards. See for yourself just how possible it is from
show ring to your own back yard horses are being stolen everyday.
AGHR Missing Horse Forum There are many, many more just type stolen horse in your favorite search engine.
What Are Sections for ?
In order to provide registration for a wider
span of our members horses and ponies, and still keep the full quarter horse
lines pure in 2002 the N.Q.H.R administration and members voted to expand the
registry into sections with which to separate part bred and full bred Horses
as well as offer registration privileges to those who would not otherwise be
able to register there quality open bred horses. The official sections of
the N.Q.H.R are:
Section A: Horses resulting from the breeding of two verifiably registered
Quarter Horses; or a Quarter Horse and a Thoroughbred; or a Quarter Horse
and a Paint Horse (that has at least 3/4 quarter breeding), and meeting
the markings guideline.
Section B: Horses with one Quarter Horse registered parent or deemed to be
obvious Quarter breeding and type by a director of the N.Q.H.R, and meeting
the markings guideline.
Section C: Horses of obvious or known Paint breeding or meeting the
markings
guideline.
Parentage verification not required.
Section D: Open section for Registration of Ownership and any known
history/pedigree. No marking or size restrictions. Parentage verification
not required.
Requirements for registration
Completed application
Bill of Sale (if not the breeder) or Form I (brand inspection) if signed
transfer or bill of sale unavailable.
Form P Parentage Verification
Four full body color photos showing markings
Please send additional photos if scars, brands, or identifying markings do
not show clearly in full body pictures.