Yesterday, the Fort Worth City Council approved a 50-year ground lease for the American Quarter Horse Foundation. This action by the Fort Worth City Council does not mean AQHA has made a definitive commitment to relocate. This is only a step in the process of the possibility of a move. There is no timeline for construction or relocation, as relocation is not guaranteed at this point. It’s important to understand that a move is not imminent and there is no plan for future staffing changes.

Beginning January 1, 2020, American Quarter Horses competing at AQHA-approved shows that test positive for natural cannabinoids, synthetic cannabinoids and other cannabimimetics will be considered in violation of AQHA Rule VIO401.1, which prohibits any stimulant, depressant, tranquilizer or sedative that could affect the performance of a horse. Per AQHA’s revised administrative penalty guidelines, which will be published in the near future, a positive test for such will result in a fine of $2,500, three months suspension and disqualification of the horse.

Beginning January 1, 2020, albuterol will be considered a prohibited substance per AQHA Rule VIO401. Albuterol is a selective beta-2 adrenergic agonist that has similar systemic effects as Clenbuterol, such as increasing lean muscle mass.

Ready to start practicing? Patterns for classes like Showmanship, Horsemanship, Hunt Seat Equitation, Ranch Riding, Reining, Trail, and Western Riding are now available for the 2019 Quarter Horse Congress. Click here to view and download.

Did you miss the 2019 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show entry deadline, but still want to enter? Exhibitors have until November 1 to enter the show, but those entries will be subject to late fees.