Registry
IALHA Studbook & Registry
Welcome to the IALHA registry, where we’re committed to preserving the bloodlines of Spanish (Andalusian/PRE) and Portuguese (Lusitano/PSL) horses in the United States. We have been steadfast in this mission since the first Andalusian registry in the country was founded in 1966.
The foundation of our registry was built from the studbooks of the two mother countries, and we take the responsibility of maintaining accurate and thorough records seriously. In fact, when the IAHA and AAHA combined in 1995 to form the IALHA, we methodically verified every horse in the studbooks of both registries to ensure that the new IALHA registry was reliably built on a solid foundation.
We believe preserving the bloodlines of these remarkable horses is not just our mission, it’s essential. That’s why we’re dedicated to upholding the highest standards of integrity in our work. Join us in our mission to protect and celebrate the legacy of these magnificent animals.
THE REGISTRATION PROCESS
Each registration application is carefully reviewed by our registry specialists for all necessary elements.
After receipt of photographs, DNA analysis, parent verification, and permanent identification (through microchipping and/or branding), the application is sent to the IALHA Registrar and a Registry Board member for final review.
If the horse has been imported, or has parents not registered with IALHA, the paperwork is reviewed by the IALHA Registrar and all Registry Board members.
Following approval, a Registration Certificate of your IALHA registered horse will be mailed and your horse entered into the studbook.
THE HALF-BRED REGISTRY
The IALHA also maintains a half-bred Registry. Horses eligible for this registry must either have two IALHA registered half-bred parents, or one Purebred parent crossed with any other breed. Half-bred IALHA registrations receive the same level of scrutiny as purebred registrations before being approved and issued a Certificate.
Iberian Performance Horse Certificate
Horses that do not meet the purebred or half-bred registration requirements, but have verifiable Iberian Bloodlines, may be eligible for the Iberian Performance Horse Certificate.
Andalusians and Lusitanos pass along their amazing athleticism, temperament and beauty when crossed with other breeds, and this provides the opportunity to document this influence.
PROVIDING VALUE
The IALHA Registry Board and staff diligently uphold our Registry rules and processes to ensure that the registration papers we issue are of the highest quality, guarantee the purity and identity of each horse, and accurately document its breeder and owners.
This is why the reliable IALHA Registration process and Studbook are respected around the world. You can trust that that an IALHA certificate you hold safeguards your horse’s value and his lineage can be traced back to the Horse of Kings.
The friendly, experienced and knowledgeable IALHA registry staff are here to help you!
The office is open 8a -5p Central time Monday – Friday
Robin McCabe – Amanda McCabe – Gonzalo Alcaino