“Owner” in relation to a horse, means the person
registered as its owner in the Associations records.
“Recognised Classes” means classes that are deemed
point earning by the Association and are listed in these
Rules and Regulations.
“Sanctioned Event” means any event run by the AQHA or
an AQHA Affiliate where notification and or approval has
been given by the AQHA.
“Show” means a gathering of horses for competition that
are judged and a “Show” is determined as being held from
the first class contested on the program to the last class
contested on the program.
“Stud Book” means the register of Q, R1 and R2
numbered Quarter Horses.
“Unapproved class” means a recognised class that has
not been given approval by the AQHA.
1. THE ASSOCIATION
1.1 Professional Code of Ethics
We, the members of the Australian Quarter Horse
Association, in carrying out our role of providing service to
the Australian Quarter Horse industry, recognise the need
to do so in a professional manner, and to deal with the
public and our colleagues with the highest degree of
integrity. We will endeavour to fulfil our obligations to:
a) Adhere to the professional standards of the Association
and to work to further its goals and objectives;
b) Ensure that the welfare of the Australian Quarter Horse
is paramount and that every Australian Quarter Horse is
at all times treated humanely and with dignity, respect
and compassion;
c) Conduct all business affairs with integrity, sincerity and
accuracy in an open and forthright manner;
d) Act with integrity in financial dealings with clients, other
professionals and the public;
e) Handle our business and operations in a manner that
promotes the image of the Australian Quarter Horse
industry; and
f) Instil confidence among clients and the public in the
Australian Quarter Horse industry, avoiding any action
conducive to discrediting it or membership in the
Association.
1.2 Our Statement
The Association’s mission is to:
a) Develop and implement procedures that ensure
humane treatment of all horses and animals associated
with the breed;
b) Develop diverse educational programs, material and
curriculum in order to position the Association as one of
the leading organisations in the Australian Equine
Industry;
c) Record and preserve the pedigrees of the Australian
Quarter horse;
d) Maintain the integrity of the breed;
e) Provide beneficial services for its members to enhance
and encourage Quarter Horse ownership and
participation; and
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