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The Official Registry of the Gypsy Vanner Horse

Preserving lineage, promoting breed standards, and protecting the cultural heritage of the true Gypsy Vanner horse.

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Authenticity. Preservation. Cultural Stewardship.

Preserving, Promoting and Protecting the Gypsy Vanner Horse

The Gypsy Vanner Horse Society is the founding registry dedicated to preserving, promoting, and protecting the true Gypsy Vanner Horse. Through verified lineage, strict breed standards, and cultural respect, GVHS supports breeders, owners, and enthusiasts who value the authenticity and beauty of this historically significant horse.

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the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society Mission

Mission of the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society

It is the mission of the Gypsy Vanner Horse Society to respect the spoken words of the Gypsy families who had dedicated lifetimes in the pursuit of developing and breeding the perfect caravan horse…the Gypsy Vanner. The Gypsy Vanner Horse Society’s mission is to bring honor, recognition, and a better understanding to these horses which the Gypsy people love so dearly. This registry was established to protect a vision that was born over half a century ago to create the perfect horse to pull their colorful caravans.

A perfect caravan horse is strong, intelligent, docile, athletic, and colorful and has excellent endurance. These same traits make this breed well suited for any number of pursuits. The Gypsy Vanner Horse Society remains quality based, culturally sensitive and socially responsible in the pursuit of preserving this unique breed. Come share the dream with us!

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Horse Welfare Statement

We expect our members to consider the welfare of their horses paramount and to always treat them with dignity, respect and compassion.

All interactions and veterinary treatment must ensure the health and welfare of the horse.

Our goal is to preserve and protect the breed with:

  • The look and temperament envisioned by dedicated Gypsy families, as defined in the Breed Standard.
  • The genetics that created the look, by documenting and verifying pedigrees within the Registry.
  • The feelings of the status, pride, and values that Gypsy families felt for their selectively bred horse.

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GVHS Partners & Affiliates

Trusted Partners in Breed Recognition and Sport

GVHS proudly works with national and international organizations that promote excellence in horsemanship, competition, and breed education. These partnerships support our mission to honor the Gypsy Vanner Horse through verified programs, performance standards, and ongoing education.