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History

The American Saddlebred Horse Association was formed in 1891 as the National Saddle Horse Breeders' Association. General John B. Castleman was the first president. It was originally located in Louisville, Kentucky, and all horses had to perform five gaits in order to be issued registration papers. In 1980 the association's name was changed to the American Saddlebred Horse Association.

Registration

All horses registered with ASHA are pure or half-bred

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s. The association registers approximately 2,000 horses a year.

Competition

Most Saddlebred shows are held through the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) in partnership with ASHA. The association also partners with the United States Hunter/Jumper Association,

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, United States Pony Clubs, and United States Driving Association.

References

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External links

Official website
Saddlebreds Organizations based in Lexington, Kentucky 1891 establishments in Kentucky Equestrian organizations headquartered in Kentucky Organizations established in 1891