To be used during 2026 or 2027 breeding season to a mare of their choice, after having made the high bid and being declared Purchaser of Sale by Auction.
The breeding rights are not transferable unless approved by the stallion owner. Minimum bid on any Stallion Service Breeding is $1,000.00.
Purchaser agrees to be responsible for compliance with the requirements of the breeding contract associated with the stallion, including but not limited to health papers, vaccinations, normal care fees, and miscellaneous charges listed herein.
Purchaser agrees that the purchase price is payable in full at the close of the Stallion Service Auction and this payment is nonrefundable. One exception being, in the event the stallion owner, by reason of death or injury of the stallion, is unable to fulfill this agreement, and no frozen semen is available, the breeding fee will be refunded in full without interest.
The stallion may be relocated before or during the breeding season. Breeding costs, including but not limited to transportation, board, handling, shipping and foaling fees are subject to change and are the buyer’s responsibility.
It is further agreed the breeding herein purchased is subject to the rules and regulations of the Half Saddlebred Futurity, and in the event purchaser fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this sale, the American Saddlebred Horse and Breeders Association may retain any payment as liquidated damages and declare the contract void, or at its option, may without further notice sue for specific performance of contract.
Purchaser for themselves, their spouse, legal representative, heirs and assigns, hereby releases, waives, discharges and indemnifies The Half Saddlebred Futurity committee, ASHBA its officers, directors, members and employees from all liabilities to the Purchaser, their spouse, legal representative, heirs and assigns, for any loss or damage past, present or future on account of their purchase of this Stallion Service at the Half Saddlebred Futurity Auction. Venue for any action respecting this agreement shall be in Fayette County, Kentucky.
Stallion Owner agrees to purchase the service for the minimum amount of $1,000.00 should a greater bid not be attained. Breeding must be purchased for the Stallion Owner to be entitled to nominate one of their own mares as an 'Auction Breeding' that is eligible for 25% additional prize money in the Half Saddlebred Futurity.