The
American Miniature Horse
Standard of PerfectionGeneral
Impression: A small, sound, well-balanced horse, possessing the correct
conformation characteristics required of most breeds - refinement and
femininity in the mare, boldness and masculinity in the stallion. The
general impression should be one of symmetry, strength, agility and
alertness. Since the breed objective is the smallest possible perfect
horse, preference in judging shall be given the smaller horse, other
characteristics being approximately equal.
What is a
Miniature Horse?
The AMHA-registered American Miniature
Horse is a unique breed - an elegant, little scaled-down version of the
large size horse - and cannot be taller than 34 inches when measured at
the last hairs of the mane. Today's stylish and perfectly proportioned
miniatures are the product of nearly 400 years of selective breeding.
Although many purchases and breeding of miniature horses have been
regularly documented in America since the early 1800's, accurate accounts
and pedigrees were not maintained by most breeders until the late 1940's.
With the recently closed registry of AMHA, breeders will now be required
to maintain accurate pedigrees on all of their stock and foals may not be
registered unless both parents are also registered with AMHA.
Amateur Division
The Amateur Division is truly the
heart of the OMHCI. It was established 15 years ago by amateurs as a way
to show their little horses and socialize with their friends. The club
still offers this division to amateurs whether they are first-time horse
owners with little previous knowledge or owners with years of equine
experience. The show ring is a
rewarding adventure for the amateur. This competition was developed for
owners who love showing, but do not choose to be among the ranks of the
professional. The amateur division is one of the most popular divisions of
OMHCI.
Youth
Division
The OMHCI's youth division encourages youth involvement in club
activities. Youth members meet and interact with young people across the
state and nation. Membership is open to anyone under age 18 who is
interested in participating in specific youth classes at club shows. High
Point Youth is awarded to the youth with the highest point total in youth
showmanship (split by ages), youth mares and youth geldings.
High point awards are
presented at the annual OMHCI Christmas Party.
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Oklahoma Miniature
Horse Club, Inc.
2003 Officers
Jerry Horn, President
Ed Small, Vice President
George Orester, Secretary
Anna Horn, Treasurer
Contact Information:
Jerry Horn
Crosswinds Farm
9315 W. Fagan Lane
Stillwater, OK 74075
phone: 405-707-7143
fax: 405-707-7148
email: jhorneval@aol.com
Dues: OMHCI is an open club and
welcomes you to join anytime!
Adults: $10/Youth $5.
Membership inquiries call (405) 277-3328
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