American Brabant Association

Creating the American Brabant breed based on the type and temperament of the pre WWI Belgian work horse

Protecting, Preserving and Promoting the American Brabant

Become A Member

Reserved Breeder Prefix Application

  • The ABA Reserved Prefix Application form is available on the American Brabant Association website and also in this document.
  • The ABA maintains a list of reserved prefixes.
  • When registering horses an ABA reserved breeder prefix as part of the horse’s name is required.
  • Reserved prefixes are unique and cannot be used by more than one proprietor. A proprietor is allowed to have only one prefix active at a time. By proprietor’s written request, a previously reserved prefix may be deactivated.
  • Prefixes must be at least 2 characters long. It is suggested that the overall prefix length be short to allow enough characters for the foal’s name. There is a maximum of 35 characters per horse name (including spaces and prefixes).
  • Submit 2 prefix choices; if the first choice is not accepted, the second choice will be evaluated.
  • You will receive a notice from the ABA Registry confirming the acceptance of your prefix.
  • When a farm is sold, exclusive use of its registered prefix does not automatically pass to the buyer. A letter requesting release of the registered prefix must be submitted to the ABA office by the prefix’s owner on record. Application for exclusive use of that prefix must then be made by the buyer.

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