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The American Buckskin Registry Association, Inc.

Registering horses, draft horses, ponies, miniature horses, and mules in Buckskin, Dun, Red Dun, Grulla, Dunalino, and Perlino with Dun Factor.

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The American Buckskin Registry Association (ABRA) is an equine color registry dedicated to preserving pedigrees and registering eligible equines, including those of unknown ancestry.

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ABRA provides opportunities for horse owners, breeders, and exhibitors through approved horse shows across the United States, the ABRA World Championship Show, Honor Roll awards, and recreational riding programs. Whether you compete in the show ring or enjoy riding recreationally, ABRA offers programs that recognize your participation and achievements.

Why Join the ABRA?

Celebrate the Beauty of the Buckskin

Join the only registry dedicated to honoring and promoting Buckskin, Dun, Red Dun, Grulla, Dunalino, and Perlino horses. Your horse’s unique qualities deserve to stand out.

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Earn Recognition & Build Value

ABRA’s Honor Roll Points Program tracks your horse’s performance throughout the year, adding prestige and increasing your horse’s market value.

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Compete at the World Level

Be part of the ABRA World Championship Show, our premier annual event featuring classes for every rider, exciting competition, and a vibrant show community.

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  • NSBA & WRHA Dual-Approved, compete for points in both associations

  • All-Breed NSBA Futurities & Challenge Classes with money added

  • Youth, Amateur, and Open Classes

  • All-Around Awards & Champion Buckles

  • Vendor Row & Social Events

  • Livestreamed — watch or share from anywhere

 

Ride for Fun, Get Rewarded

Through our Recreational Riding Program, ABRA rewards riders for the time they spend in the saddle, even outside the arena.​​

​​Support for Every Rider

Whether you’re a competitor, breeder, trail rider, or parent of a youth rider, ABRA offers membership types for all levels, including:

  • Youth & Amateur

  • Non-Pro & Individual

  • Lifetime & Business/Joint Options

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Connect Through Community

With 9 Charter Clubs across the U.S., you’ll find a supportive network of riders, breeders, and enthusiasts who share your passion.

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Empowering the Next Generation

ABRA supports youth riders with scholarships, ambassador programs, and judging contests, developing leaders in and out of the saddle.

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Join the ABRA Family Today

Discover the value, recognition, and community waiting for you.

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ABRA Advertisers and Sponsors

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ABRA News: Buckskin Horse Shows, World Show & Association Updates

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ABRA SERVICES

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