Westphalia FAQ

For a mare to be entered into the Mare Studbook with Westphalia Society where an assessment is not possible, a video is acceptable. The requirements are that the mare must be filmed standing and walking on firm ground from all sides, as well as trotting on soft ground (sand).

The name can be used in terms of length: up to 40 letters are possible.

Both parents of the foal must be Licensed and registered in the main section of a Studbook.  A DNA Parentage test must show results to both parents.

Just two reasons for rejection of Mare Studbook Application with Westphalia Society (This mare was an embryo transfer):
– Embryo transfer is generally permitted only for mares that are already registered as a broodmare
– Foals resulting from the breeding of mares under two years of age are not registered by our association for ethical reasons

The new owner needs to request the change of ownership. This can be done by sending an email to the Westphalia Society.
To process the request, please provide:
Westphalia Transfer of Ownership form available from the ACE office or downloadable from the ACE website. Downloadable Forms
A copy of the horse’s passport (page 1 and the page showing the previous owner).
Proof of purchase (e.g. sales contract or signed ownership transfer document).
The new owner’s name, address, and email.
The new owner will receive an invoice (currently €25). Once paid, a sticker for the horse’s passport will be mailed out, and the ownership details will be updated in the database.
A membership is not required to register a change of ownership.