A studbook may become a "Member" if it fulfils all the requirements as laid down in
the Statutes of the WBFSH. Full members are eligible to compete at the World
Breeding Championship and to appear in the WBFSH rankings for breeders and
studbooks. The annual fee for a member is a minimum of €1000, plus €1 per foal
registered in excess of 1000 foals per annum. Studbooks that fulfil criteria for
full membership cannot apply for associate status.
Stud books that do not fulfil all the above-mentioned requirements can
join as "Associates", for an annual fee of €500. Associates can attend the General
Assembly, but do not get a vote.
Applicant studbooks are required to complete a Profile of Application
Form, and to supply relevant documentation. Applications to be submitted to the
WBFSH office (Morgane Libotte - morgane.libotte@wbfsh.com)
no later than July 1st of the application year for processing. Based on the
application, the Executive Committee makes a recommendation to the WBFSH Board. The
Board makes a decision that requires ratification by General Assembly.