|
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SPORTALOOSA REGISTRY
What is eligible spotted blood?
The Sportaloosa's spotted blood can come from either the registered Sportaloosa, Appaloosa or the Knabstrupper.
What is eligible non-spotted blood?
Sportaloosas can be crossed with registered Warmblood, Thoroughbred, Arabian, Andalusian, Lusitano, Friesian, Stock Horse and Quarter Horses of appropriate sport horse type and temperament.
What is ineligible non-spotted blood?
Crosses to horses of any breed not included in the definition of eligible non-spotted blood above are not eligible.
What colours are ineligible?
Crosses to grey, classic roan, paint or pinto horses are not eligible within the second generation (sire and dam). That is, a horse is not eligible if one or both parents are grey, classic roan, paint or pinto, regardless of whether they originate from a breed noted above.
How do I work out if my Sportaloosa is eligible for Studbook One?
Sportaloosas eligible for Studbook One have no more than 2 horses in the fourth generation of eligible non-spotted blood. Every horse in the first 4 generations of a Sportaloosa's pedigree must be of eligible blood.
We've included a couple of examples below (with non-spotted blood shown in aqua).
Studbook One pedigree
showing 2 non-spotted blood horses in generation 4. Note that these horses could appear anywhere in generation 4; this example shows the paternal great-grandparents of a Sportaloosa's sire.
| Generation 1 |
Generation 2 |
Generation 3 |
Generation 4 |
| Sportaloosa |
Sire |
Grand sire |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
| Grand dam |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
| Dam |
Grand sire |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
| Grand dam |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
Studbook One pedigree
showing 2 non-spotted blood horses in generation 4.
| Generation 1 |
Generation 2 |
Generation 3 |
Generation 4 |
| Sportaloosa |
Sire |
Grand sire |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
| Grand dam |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
| Dam |
Grand sire |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
| Grand dam |
Great-grandsire |
| Great-granddam |
How do I work out if my Sportaloosa is eligible for Studbook Two?
Sportaloosas eligible for Studbook Two have less spotted blood in the first 4 generations of their pedigree than Sportaloosas that qualify for Studbook One. Studbook Two Sportaloosas have more than 2 horses in the fourth generation of eligible non-spotted blood. Every horse in the first 4 generations of a Sportaloosa's pedigree still must be of eligible blood.
What if some of the horses in the first 4 generations of my horse's pedigree are/were not registered?
Your horse can be entered into the Sportaloosa Open Registry. Only horses whose pedigree is documented/proveable are eligible for Studbooks One or Two.
Why is registration important?
Registration provides certainty of a horse's identity, parentage and age. That makes it a valuable thing for future purchasers as well as breeders. They need to know that what's on a horse's registration certificate is completely true and accurate. That's why, when we issue a registration certificate, we're tough on knowing the details provided are correct.
What are the benefits of registering my horse with Sportaloosa International?
• recognition - published points, awards and accolades for your spotted horse's performance achievements
• verification of parentage, age, identity and eligibility - all information made publically accessible
• acknowledgement as a horse capable of achievement in demanding equestrian disciplines
• a phenomenal level of promotion for your horse/stallion/training/riding
Do I need to be a member of Sportaloosa International to register my horse?
Yes - your lifetime membership is a one off fee. Once you've joined, you pay only for the services you use; there's no mandatory annual subscription.
 How can I have my horse branded with the Sportaloosa brand?
Studbook One and Two Sportaloosas are eligible to be branded with the Sportaloosa brand. You can apply to borrow the Sportaloosa brand within your own country, paying a bond (refundable on return) and postage.
Can my horse be dual registered?
Yes. If your horse is already registered with a recognised Appaloosa or Knabstrupper breed association, we welcome his registration with Sportaloosa International. We offer a lower registration fee for horses that are already registered with a recognised Appaloosa or Knabstrupper breed society.
What's the minimum height for a Sportaloosa?
14.0hh at 5 years of age.
Can I register a grey horse in the open registry?
No, grey horses (or horses with one or both grey parents) aren't eligible for any Sportaloosa registry. |
Photo © Pauline Neilson |
