DNA Sampling & Microchipping & HWSD – FAQs
DNA Sampling & Microchipping
N.B: DNA applications and Pony importation registrations cannot be processed unless accompanied by a valid Equine Premises Number. A person may not have an equine in his/her possession or under his/her control unless the details of his/her premises are registered – Click here for more information. See also: DAFM https://www.agriculture.gov.ie/contact/regionalveterinaryoffices/
How do I register my foal?
You will need to complete an application form to apply for the DNA kit. This can be completed online or by paper application. Please read the application points carefully before proceeding.
Section 1 – Pony Details. The first question is if the pony was issued a passport previously. This is most relevant for older ponies that have previously registered with another PIO (Passport Issuing Organisation).
Other details required – date of birth, sex and name choices. When choosing a name please give 3 options as some suggestions may be in use. For all applications we need the name of the sire and dam. You can use the online database to check for names already in use.
We also need to know if you are the registered owner of the dam. Please check the details of ownership page of the mare’s passport to confirm. If you are not the registered owner please see https://cpbs.ie/transfer-ownership/
Section 2 – Applicants Details. This will be the individual who the CPBS send the passport to. The CPBS will under no circumstances send a passport to anyone other than the registered owner of the pony.
If you are availing of the membership rate you must be the member. Membership is non transferable between any two parties. See section 7 of the articles of association https://cpbs.ie/governence/articles-of-association/
How long will it take for my DNA kit to be issued?
Fully completed application (s) accompanied by the correct fee will be issued within 3-5* working days (* with exception to Show, Inspection and Festival times)
I need to register a 2 year old Connemara Pony what do I need to do?
This is the same process as a foal registration. Please see price list before submitting the application.
I need to register a Connemara Pony but I don’t know the parentage, what can I do?
The CPBS will not accept any registration applications without pedigree. You will need to know the sire and Dam to register the pony.
I have completed my HWSD test privately can I select the cheaper rate for my DNA kit?
No. Both parents must be tested N/N trough the CPBS in order to avail of the cheaper rate.
DNA Sampling & Microchipping & HWSD – Application forms for Kits
Click here for DNA form 2023 version of DNA/HWSD application form
N.B: DNA applications and Pony importation registrations cannot be processed unless accompanied by a valid Equine Premises Number. A person may not have an equine in his/her possession or under his/her control unless the details of his/her premises are registered – Click here for more information. See also: DAFM https://www.agriculture.gov.ie/contact/regionalveterinaryoffices/
ONLINE Application Forms Including HWSD Test
(where Sire and/or Dam has NOT been tested via the CPBS Service)
| Members only: Foal DNA including HWSD test Online Application |
Non Members: Foal DNA including HWSD test Online Application |
| Members only: Yearling DNA including HWSD test Online Application |
Non Members: Yearling DNA including HWSD test Online Application |
| Members only: 2 Year & over DNA including HWSD test Online Application |
Non Members: 2 Year And Over DNA including HWSD test Online Application |
| ONLINE Application Forms Excluding HWSD (where BOTH Sire & Dam MUST be tested N/N via the CPBS Service) |
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| Members only: Foal DNA Excluding HWSD – Online Application |
Non Members: For Foal DNA Excluding HWSD Online Application |
| Members only: Yearling DNA Excluding HWSD – Online Application |
Non Members: Yearling DNA Excluding HWSD – Online Application |
| Members only: 2 Year And Over DNA Excluding HWSD – Online Application |
Non Members: 2 Year and Over DNA Excluding HWSD – Online Application |