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American Hackney Horse Society

There is nothing like a Hackney, and the allure is magnetic. This high stepping "aristocrat of the show ring" is not only captivating but breathtaking. A.J.
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The Origins of the Hackney Breed
The origins of the Hackney as we know it began in Norfolk, England where the horses called Norfolk Trotters had been selectively bred for elegant style and speed. Seeking to improve on both accounts, breeders mated the Norfolk mares to grandsons of the foundation sires of the Thoroughbred. The first Hackney as we know the breed today is said to be The Shale’s Horse

, foaled in 1760. During the next 50 years, the Hackney was developed as a special breed. The seas were being crossed regularly during the 1800′s, by ships bearing both Hackney horses and the smaller ponies which certain breeders were selectively encouraging. Vast improvements in British roadways in the mid-1800′s also contributed to the development of the swift trotting horse. These roads did not always demand heavy dray animals which tug carts from deep ruts. Now, a man could say “Trot On” and really go! The breeding of Hackneys in England was formalized in the founding of the Hackney Stud Book Society in 1883. This was the Golden Age of Driving, when automobiles were not even a dream. The Hackney was the ultimate driving machine of the 1880′s both in America and Britain. The first Hackney pony imported to America was 239 Stella, brought to Philadelphia by Mr. Cassatt in 1878. In 1891, Mr. Cassatt and other Hackney enthusiasts founded the American Hackney Horse Society, an organization and registry which thrives today. From 1890 until Depression, wealthy Americans brought boatload after boatload of horses and ponies of the most noted strains. The Hackney Today
The modern Hackney is colored black, brown, bay and chestnut in the minority, with or without strip and white stockings. He should possess a small head, muzzle and ears, giving the general impression of alertness. The neck should be long and blend into a broad chest and powerful shoulders. A compact body with a level back and round rib, a short strong loin and level croup with either a long or docked tail carried high are desired. The legs should be of medium length, the joints large and of strong quality. The thighs and quarters are well muscled. Pasterns are of good length and slope. The Hackney has a good foot and the breed, both the horse and pony, has a good reputation for soundness. The action of the Hackney, his hallmark, is spectacular and highly distinctive. Shoulder action is fluid and free with a very high, ground covering knee action. Action of the hind legs is similar but to a lesser degree. The hocks should be brought under the body and raised high. All joints should exhibit extreme flexion. The action must be straight and true. The whole effect must be arresting and startling, showing extreme brilliance. The remarkable high stepping gate of the Hackney is exciting to watch. Hackneys ponies are shown in four divisions, the Hackney Pony (Cob Tail), Harness Pony (Long Tail), Roadster Pony, and Pleasure Pony. The Hackney Horse can be shown single, pair, four in hand, obstacle, and some are shown under saddle.

11/03/2024

This is Caroline Mueller with her first ride on her Hackney pony Comet “Showstar’s Image LF”. Caroline said this was the best day of her life!

Welcome to the wonderful world of Hackneys, Caroline! Wishing you many more thrilling rides with your new partner!

11/02/2024

Now accepting nominations for the
2024 AHHS Annual Awards!

The deadline to submit your nominations for the 2024 AHHS Annual Awards is Friday, November 8, 2024. These prestigious awards are given out at the Annual UPHA Convention being held in New Orleans, LA, January 8-11, 2025. Awards categories and descriptions are below.

Please submit nominations to the Awards Committee on or before November 8, 2024 by email at [email protected]. Or, by mail to Steve Kildow 11773 North 200 East Alexandria, IN 46001

Please remember all nominations should included:
1. Name of the AHHS award
2. Name of the nominee
3. A detailed explanation of why you believe the nominee should receive the award

AWARD CATEGORIES

Gwen Stableford Lifetime Achievement Award
Honors a person for his or her lifelong contributions to the Hackney industry, dedication to the improvement of the breed, demonstration of their love for the Hackney in or out of the show ring, and support of American Hackney Horse Society.

Anna Lee Spires Judd Amateur Exhibitor Award
Awarded to an exhibitor of Hackneys whose performances in the show ring set standards of competition, sportsmanship, and appeal to the general viewing public.

John H. & Maybelle L. Costello National Breeder Award
Awarded to a breeder of Hackneys who has created an impact on the breed as a whole by adding valuable characteristics and improving the Hackney through its development. This honoree will have raised notable individuals whose progeny have gone on to great success both in the show ring and breeding world.

Junior Exhibitor Award
Awarded to a junior exhibitor who through his/her efforts has encouraged other youths to participate in the Hackney breed. This individual must exhibit outstanding sportsmanship, suitability to the division in which they participate, presentation of the entries shown, and work to enhance the promotion of the breed through their representation.

Lydia Luhman Pederson National Distinguished Service Award
Awarded to a member of the American Hackney Horse Society who without compensation contributed his/her energies into the improvement of the AHHS, its activities, and membership.

Spirit Of The Youth Medallion National Award
Awarded to a youth who has demonstrated an exceptional desire to participate with a Hackney. Nominees should be participants in the Youth Medallion Program in the current year. The first award was given in 2002.

Bill G. Robinson National Trainer Award
Awarded to a trainer or training team who personify the training and exhibiting of Hackneys for the year. The memorial award was first given in the year 2001.

Elsa Mikkelsen Distinguished Service Award
Awarded to a member of the American Hackney Horse Society who has contributed his/her energies to the promotion of the Hackney Horse or Pony.

11/02/2024

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11/01/2024

The American Hackney Horse Society and the Youth Medallion Committee would like to thank USEF for their generous support of the 2024 Youth Medallion Program. In being an affiliate member of USEF, the AHHS is eligible for grant money to help support our youth programs. This year, the AHHS utilized USEF’s grant money to support the Youth Medallion program.

Thank you USEF for being supportive of our youth!!

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! 🎃 How do you celebrate Halloween with your Hackney? Share with us as a comment!

10/30/2024

We are so proud of all of our AHHS Youth Medallion participants! Look how many qualified this year for the Championship Finals at the UPHA American Royal!

And remember, if you and your Hackney are qualified in any other division, you and your Hackney are also qualified to show in the Youth Medallion Showmanship Championship Final!

10/30/2024

There's nothing more beautiful than a Hackney after their victory pass. 😍

10/29/2024

The AHHS Youth Medallion National Finals Championships are fast approaching. The Finals Championships are held each year at the UPHA American Royal in Kansas City. Just a reminder, the rules and specifications for the Youth Medallion classes are different from the Junior exhibitor classes. If you are a competitor or trainer heading to the Finals Championships, please review and know the rules and specifications before you compete. Good luck to all of our Finals exhibitors!

10/28/2024

Teamwork makes the dream work!

10/28/2024

Have you kissed your Hackney today?

10/27/2024

10/26/2024

Kensington Protective Products keep our horses looking and feeling their best. Trust our
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10/25/2024

This is what it's all about! If you're not having fun with your Hackney, you're doing it wrong!

10/23/2024

Hackneys have their eye on you!

10/21/2024

Hackneys are always the ones to make an entrance!

10/11/2024

There is nothing a Hackney can't do! Linda Kaye Hollingsworth-Jones and her Hackney horse Willow Grove Kaleidoscope show off the versatility of the breed. From their first horse show as a four year old to their recent performance at the Idaho Horse Expo Breed Showcase, this team promotes the Hackney to audiences everywhere they go!

10/08/2024

Whether small or tall, the Hackney is a one-of-a-kind breed! Thank you, Lynne Freeman, for sharing your Hackneys with us!

10/03/2024

State Line Tack partnering with Kensington is giving away a 3 bar variety set (retail $59.85) of the new wonderful bar soap from Bex Bar. Simply post an image of your horse(s) or dog (s) and tag on your image(s). They will be randomly picking the winner on October 21st.

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10/03/2024

Happy National Hackney Day! Have you loved on your Hackney today?

10/01/2024

This is what being on a Hackney team is all about!

09/29/2024

One thing to know about a Hackney...they expect you to always share everything with them!

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40383

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Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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Videos

The AHHS Youth Medallion Drive a World Champion Pony raffle might be over but oh what fun it is to drive CH Unexpected 2! Anna Grace Everett was the lucky winner of the opportunity to drive this multiple time World Champion and World Grand Champion and she had a blast! A huge thank you to Jack Tatum and Majestic Oaks Hackney Farm for your generous donation and for your support of the AHHS Youth Medallion program! #ahhs #hackneypony #hackneyspirit

And the winners of the April “I Love Hackneys” Youth Contest are: The AHHS Youth Committee would like to thank all the participants of the 2024 spring youth Hackney pony contest! We received entries from Hackney crazed youth from all over the US! Featured is the video submission by Dorothy Buckner! Here are the lucky winners drawn who will each receive a $100 StateLine Tack gift certificate! You will be contacted via email! Catie Evans Clayton, NC Ali Zaber Waterloo, IL Lucia Smith Flat Rock, MI Reagan Jackson Daleville, IN Dorothy Buckner Kansas City, MO Thank you for participating and keep hugging those Hackneys! And a huge thank you to our sponsor, StateLine Tack for their generosity and support!

The American Hackney Horse Society congratulates Ashley Biron and The Mask, AHHS Youth Medallion Roadster Pony Under Saddle National Champions!

Congratulations to Darien Walker and Uptown Funk, AHHS Youth Medallion Pleasure Driving National Champions!

Kenhurst Fair Exchange and TNT Cherry Bomb love playing soccer with their other pony friends at Menagerie Stables in Mitchellville, Iowa. “We love our Hackneys”, said trainer Erica Jones. They are an important part of the Menagerie Stables lesson program. TNT Cherry bomb also competes as a hunter pony.