APHA provides a place for everyone to forge an unbreakable bond with these remarkable horses and a community of enthusiasts who are passionate about Paints. Come along for the ride as we promote, preserve and provide unforgettable experiences with Paint Horses.
With vibrant coat patterns that stand out from the crowd, Paint Horses are marked for greatness. Discover more about APHA’s breed standards, colors and coat patterns, registering your Paint Horse, transferring ownership, submitting breeding reports and more.
Athletic and versatile, Paint Horses excel in competition. Programs like the APHA World Championship Show and Halter Million, regional club events, racing, PBRIP, Chrome Cash, PAC and more help fuel your competitive spirit and prove your Paint is the best of the best.
Preserve the rich history of the American Paint Horse, empower the next generation and embrace the healing power of horses. Support the American Paint Horse Foundation to help create opportunities and change lives, while ensuring the spirit of the Paint Horse gallops onward.
The American Paint Horse Association is the second-largest equine breed registry in the world. APHA is the home registry for Paint Horses, one of the world’s most popular equine breeds, known for their beautiful coat patterns and athleticism. Our global membership is as diverse as our horses. Paint Horse and APHA members compete and excel in nearly every discipline.
We promote, preserve and provide meaningful experiences with Paint Horses.
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For 16 days, Fort Worth, Texas, became the gathering place for the global Paint Horse family, where competitors from 50 states and countries came together to celebrate world-class competition and the unmistakable pride that comes with showing Paint Horses.
Serving as positive role models for the rest of the APHA community, Markel/APHA Professional Horsemen help foster a welcoming and competitive environment at events like the APHA World Show.
Top exhibitors made their mark as 2026 All-Around Champions at the APHA World Show June 19–July 4, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.
