KWPN (AM)

The KWPN (AM) refers to the Koninklijk Warmbloed Paardenstamboek Nederland (American Registry), which is the North American registry branch of the Royal Warmblood Studbook of the Netherlands (KWPN). The KWPN is a leading Warmblood breed registry globally, known for producing horses excelling in dressage, show jumping, eventing, and driving.

The KWPN (AM) serves as the official North American extension of the KWPN, registering and inspecting KWPN-bred horses located in the United States and Canada. It follows the same stringent breeding standards and selection procedures as its Dutch counterpart. The purpose of the KWPN (AM) is to promote the KWPN breed in North America, ensure the quality of KWPN horses through inspections and performance testing, and provide educational resources for breeders and owners.

Key functions of the KWPN (AM) include:

• Registration: Registering foals born in North America that meet KWPN pedigree requirements.
• Inspections: Conducting inspections of mares and foals to evaluate conformation, movement, and overall quality. These inspections are judged by experienced KWPN inspectors from the Netherlands or North America.
• Keurings: Organizing keurings (selection trials) where horses are presented for assessment and potential selection for breeding.
• Member Services: Providing resources and support to KWPN breeders and owners in North America.
• Promotion: Promoting the KWPN breed through events, advertising, and educational programs.

The KWPN (AM) allows North American breeders to participate in the KWPN breeding program without having to import horses to the Netherlands for inspection or breeding approval. It plays a vital role in maintaining the quality and consistency of the KWPN bloodlines in North America.