We'd like to take this opportunity to introduce you to the Kurdish Horse and the program of DNA Testing and international registration that has been conducted to date and will continue in Iran. The Kurdish Horse has known history stretching back almost five thousand years to another time. Its ancestors contributed to the creation of one of the largest empires in ancient history. The breed itself is one of the oldest pure breeds of horse still in existence today. Providing owner's and riders with a unique combination of strength and endurance and giving  them the opportunity to experience and enjoy a truly magnificent animal, adaptable to a wide range of disciplines and conditions. History of the Kurdish People

The Board of Directors of the International Kurdish Horse Company of Iran would like to acknowledge the efforts of:

• Dr A.E Maghsodi Fard General Manager Veterinary Generals Office of Kermanshah Province Iran

• Dr Varedi Deputy President Equestrian Federation of Iran

• M/s Ann E.O. Trezise, Ph.D Director Australian Equine Genetic Research Centre

• Mr. Michael Ford Australian Stud Book

• Mr. Samaedi Deputy Director of the Technical Department Equestrian Federation of Iran

• Mr. Tabesh President of the Equestrian Federation of Iran

• Mr. Terrence Johnston Director Australian Agricultural Resources Group Pty Ltd

without whose continued support this program would not have been possible.

The program of DNA Testing and Micro-Chipping of Kurdish Horses in the Kermanshah Province in Iran has been conducted as a Joint Venture between:

• Australian Agricultural Resources Group Pty Ltd
• Australian Equine Genetic Research Centre
• Australian Stud Book
• Equestrian Federation of Iran
• Government of the Province of Kermanshah Iran

Results of the program are available now Registered Horses. The Kurdish Horse Register will be jointly owned and maintained by the International Kurdish Horse Company and the Equestrian Federation of Iran or its internationally registered and licensed affiliates. The ultimate objective of the program is primarily to maintain the breed but also establish a viable sustainable horse industry, both domestically and internationally.

Our team is committed to helping our members achieve their goals by providing accurate, independent, objective service and support that is facilitated by a well trained and knowledgeable team which understands the operating environment for the horse industry today, is increasingly complex involving economic, environmental and social challenges. Meeting these challenges is critical to successful outcomes the company’s long-term plan establishes a strategic direction to enable the company to maximize its contribution to the horse industry on a global scale.

All Codes of Practice for the Welfare of Horses, Forms and Rules & Regulations displayed and available on this website have been be compiled and prepared in accordance with Legislation of the Islamic Republic of Iran and International Standards, International Standards Accreditation (I.S.O) is pending and will be displayed on this website when available.

To obtain an alphabetical list of registered purebred Kurdish Horses please go the the Registered Horses on this site.