The Traditional Cob Registry
The Traditional Cob Registry, based in Ireland, works to preserve and promote the breed through a modern, fully online platform. Independent from EU regulations, it offers flexible services like online registrations, ownership transfers, and a stallion directory. It also connects breeders and enthusiasts through active online communities.
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The Traditional Cob Registry
Traditional Cob Names - Irish Cob & Gypsy Cob
The Traditional Cob, bred in Ireland and officially recognized as the Irish Cob in 1998, originated from Irish foundation stallions. English breeding later introduced distinct traits, creating two variations: the athletic Irish Cob and the stockier Gypsy Cob, each reflecting the breed's rich history.
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The Traditional Cobs of Ireland and the UK
Although the Traditional Cobs of Ireland and the UK are the Irish Cob and Gypsy Cob, the Traditional Cobs of Ireland and the UK also include the Mini Cob and Stepping Cob. TCR recognises the Traditional Cobs of Ireland and the UK by registering all four Traditional Cob breed types.
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The Traditional Cob Registry
The Traditional Cob Registry in the UK (Referencing TGCA)
TCR is an Irish based Traditional Cob Registry that has a presence in the UK (TCR UK). The object of TCR UK is to provide TCR registration and showing classes in the UK that recognise and promote the Irish Cob and Gypsy Cob as two different Traditional Cob breeds types.
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The Traditional Cob Registry
The Original Traditional Cob Breeders
TCR recognises Irish Travellers in Ireland and Romani people in the England (the UK) for having developed (created) the Irish Cob and the Gypsy Cob as two distinctive Traditional Cob breed types.
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The Traditional Cob Registry
TCR Shows (Public Edit)
The two shows held by TCR in Ireland—one in September 2024 and the other in March 2025—have equipped the organization with the experience and insight needed to host its 2025 Autumn show as a prestigious, live-streamed breed show, capable of rivalling any other breed show in Ireland or the UK.
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