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.
May 23, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Legendary trainer Don Murphy shares advice on training cow horses.
May 19, 2022 | Showing
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Ranching
AQHA Professional Horseman Todd Crawford describes the advantages of transitioning your green horse from a hackamore to a bridle.
May 16, 2022 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Journalists, photographers and videographers must apply by June 15 for 2022 AQHA VRH World and concurrent events media credentials.
May 11, 2022 | Showing
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Ranch Trail
What were the top ranch horse bloodlines in 2021? View the top sires and their money earners.
May 10, 2022 | News and Publications
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Breeding
These are the leading cutting sires of 2021. Find the top bloodlines dominating the sport of cutting.