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Remain dedicated to the promotion,
preservation and enhancement of the breeding and showing of the
mountain horse of today.
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Establish the lineage of the
mountain horse through DNA Testing to construct a firm and accurate
foundation for the breed and the association
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To promote breeding that is
consistent with the characteristics of the old mountain horse.
This consists of good temperament, natural flowing 4 beat gait, good
conformation-well proportioned to its body structure, sure-footed,
instinct for self-preservation, people oriented / friendly,
intelligence, stamina, sensibility, etc.
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Work toward the mountain horse being
recognized as a breed through the Breed Conservatory.
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To raise the mountain horse to a
national level / recognition in the show and trail arenas.
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To establish and maintain a factual
breed heritage and comply with the process and guidelines necessary
for establishing a breed.
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Establish the 4 beat gaits as being
the natural smooth flow of the horse while at variable speeds.
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To encourage and support membership
involvement on all levels. Membership responsibilities include
employing the board of directors to carry out the member's ideas and
actions that are best suited for the mountain horse. The
membership will direct all promotions, advertising and association
practices. The membership is to be the voice of the mountain
horse and the association is to be the vehicle for progress and
stability of the mountain horse.
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To be of assistance at any time to
its members or interested parties.
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To educate future generations on the
mountain horse and the importance of showing the horse the respect it
deserves.
