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Beginning with approximately 3,800 horses in the registry, over 1 million Paints are registered with the Association today. APHA ranks second in the number of horses registered annually in the United States, making it one of the largest horse breeds in the world. Although the APHA's primary mission is to record pedigrees, the association is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history, breedi

ng, training, racing, showing, sales and enjoyment of American Paint Horses. More importantly, the heart of the APHA lies in its members, which is why the association strives to develop and sponsor programs that reflect their interests and their love of the American Paint Horse. The APHA's goal is to encourage American Paint Horse owners to find fulfillment with their horses in whatever activities they find most enjoyable, and to give members the opportunity to share in the pleasure of Paint Horses.

11/07/2025

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The revered honor of being inducted into the 𝐀𝐏𝐇𝐀 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐞 is one dreamt of by many, but achieved by few. Now is you...
11/07/2025

The revered honor of being inducted into the 𝐀𝐏𝐇𝐀 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐞 is one dreamt of by many, but achieved by few. Now is your chance to nominate deserving Paint Horses and horsemen and -women you deem worthy of this distinction.

Nominations for consideration into the Hall of Fame are due to APHA by 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. Once selected, the class of 2026 will be honored at the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 & 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐭.

Submit your nominations at 🔗 https://apha.com/foundation/hall-of-fame/

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A well-known smile is taking on a new mission at APHA 👏Allyson Pennington is stepping into a new role, now leading the A...
11/07/2025

A well-known smile is taking on a new mission at APHA 👏

Allyson Pennington is stepping into a new role, now leading the APHA MemberCare team with a focus on serving members and strengthening connections across the Paint Horse community.

Learn more about her journey and what's ahead for MemberCare 🔗 https://bit.ly/AllysonPenningtonLeadsMemberCare

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Chrome Cash Matching Funds applications are officially open for 2026! 📣Looking to draw bigger classes and elevate the e...
11/06/2025

Chrome Cash Matching Funds applications are officially open for 2026! 📣

Looking to draw bigger classes and elevate the excitement at your event? APHA has $𝟱𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 in Chrome Cash Matching Funds available for 2026, and your show could be part of the action.

Funds are open to U.S. and international shows, including APHA-approved events and discipline-specific competitions. APHA will match added money from your show to boost value for exhibitors.

Applications are open now through November 30, 2025.

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The Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering has been named the “𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗼𝘆 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲” by True West Magazine, marki...
11/05/2025

The Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering has been named the “𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗼𝘆 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲” by True West Magazine, marking its second consecutive win. 🎉

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11/05/2025

Hotel Drover's valets have never seen horsepower like this.

Mark your calendar for February 26–March 1, 2026, and join us in Fort Worth, Texas, at Hotel Drover for APHA’s annual Leadership Gathering. This event is a one-of-a-kind mix of professional development, collaboration and authentic Paint Horse camaraderie.

Register today 🔗 https://bit.ly/2026LeadershipGathering

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11/04/2025

The flash of chrome. The battle for cash. 💸

Enter the Chrome Cash classes for your chance to win part of the $10,000 added payout at the NCHA Futurity, November 10-December 6, in Fort Worth, Texas, thanks to Dual Reyish!

If your horse has APHA bloodlines, you belong in the ring. APHA registration is the only requirement to enter Chrome Cash classes!

Register Your Horse Today 📩 [email protected]
To Enter Chrome Cash classes ✔️ Visit the NCHA office by 3 p.m. before your class starts

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11/02/2025

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11/02/2025

It’s big living in Las Vegas at the APHA Western National Championship 🏆🎇

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The American Paint Horse Association promotes, preserves and provides meaningful experiences with Paint Horses.

“When I look at my Paint Horse, I see the colorful legacy of his past. With a personality and independent spirit so powerful, it bubbled to the surface in a wild series of beautiful markings. Each one a gifted heirloom from his ancestors; showing me just where he’d been, but never revealing quite where we are going.

Greatness doesn’t fit in a mold; it doesn’t follow a trend. It defies it, holding fast to who it was meant to be. Greatness is not simply for the chosen few but instead for those brave enough to seize it. The moment I saw this horse, I knew he was clearly never meant to shy in the shadows, he defiantly stood like a beacon of individuality with crooked and winding chrome almost glowing through his skin.”