Horse Breeds - Types of Warmbloods by Nanette Hughston
Warmbloods are amazing animals. They are some of the most beautiful horses in the world, with a versatility that is unbelievable.
Warmbloods, unlike what many people think, are a true breed. All of the studbooks are closed. What this means is only a horse of
that breed can be registered in that studbook. The only exception is individuals of other breeding that are deemed to be able to
improve the bloodline of the current breed. This is shown through performance records and the success of offspring in
competition. There are various types of Warmbloods:
The Hanoverian
The Hanoverian’s originate from Germany. There primary use is for dressage and show jumping. These horses are mildly
temperamental, with more of a calmness in nature than many horse breeds. The most common coloring in the Hanoverian are
Chestnut, Bay and Grey.
The Hanoverian Horse is a well built, well put together horse with much success in the disciplines of dressage and show jumping.
This breed tends to be very versatile.
The Holsteiner
The Holsteiner originates from Germany, usually reaching 16 to 17 hands. These horses are mildly temperamental and are used
for show jumping, dressage and reining. They tend to usually be bay in color, but mostly any solid coloring. Most Hosteiners have a
defined canter that tends to be very expressive, but lacks an impressiveness at the trot. They are typically well known as excellent
jumpers but have made their imprint on the dressage community.
Dutch Warmblood
The Dutch Warmblood’s originate from Holland and are very easy going, typically calm in nature. These good tempered horses are
built well running around 16 to 17 hands. They are known to excel at whatever discipline they are trained by.
Friesian
The Friesians originate from Holland and Germany with the studbook now kept in Germany, the FPZ. They are mildly
temperamental growing to a huge size of 17 hands. They are primarily used for Dressage and reining but are sometimes seen on
the show jumping circuit. These horses are also used for trick training, being widely versatile and very easily trainable. There are
distinct characteristics of the Friesians. Baroque, which is mainly upright, with higher action and more feathering with a heavier
mane and tail. Traditional, which is heavier and more drafty usually used for driving, and Sport Horse, which is used for all types of
riding and driving. These horses are amazing. Very versatile with a very calm temperament for such an enormous horse.
Swedish Warmblood
The Swedish Warmbloods originate from Sweden, obviously. They will grow to be 16 to 17 hands. The are used for show jumping,
dressage and reining. There coloring is all solid, predominantly Chestnut. The Swedish Warmbloods are one of the youngest
warmblood breeds , so true “type” is not quite defined. Mainly having solid movements, with the conformation and their
temperament being highly variable.
Trakhener
The Trakheners originate from Poland and East Prissuia. They tend to be a little more temperamental than a lot of other
warmbloods. They are used for dressage, jumping and eventing. Coloring is mainly solid with defined characteristics of nice
movements with good push from behind. They tend to be a bit stubborn and even difficult at times. Although there are some very
lovely Trakheners. This breed possess a strong competitive drive owing perhaps to the large amount of Thoroughbred blood most
carry.
Oldenburg
The Oldenburgs originate from Germany. They grown to the large size of 16 to 17 hands. These horses are very calm and
loveable. There coloring is solid but any color. They are primarily used for dressage and jumping. They were the first studbook
with an American Division. Interestingly enough, all American Warmbloods approved by the ISR are registered as Oldenburgs,
regardless of their actual parentage.
Andalusians
The Andalusians originate from Spain. They are smaller in height, ranging from 14.3 to 16 hands. They are used for dressage,
bullfighting, parades and trick training. They come in solid colors, including mulberry. Bay and grey are the most common. Black
and Dun are the least common. Andalusians are classically styled Baroque horses. They have thick manes and tails and tend to
have high , lofty actions for their size. The Spanish Olympic Team was comprised entirely of Andalusians for the 2000 Games.
Horses are an amazing animal, no matter what the breed or bloodlines. They love their owners and one forms an attachment to
their horse like no other. I couldn’t imagine my life without my horse.
Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern United States Region. She has a bachelor’s degree in finance. She rides
dressage with Grand Prix Level Trainer, Tracy Masterson at Highlife Farms, Orlando, FL. For more information and articles please
see her website at http://www.dressageamerica.com or http://www.informbyweb.com and to visit her training site, please visit http:
//www.highlifefarms.com for dressage and hunter/ jumper information. Republish with bio intact.
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Warmbloods are amazing animals. They are some of the most beautiful horses in the world, with a versatility that is unbelievable.
Warmbloods, unlike what many people think, are a true breed. All of the studbooks are closed. What this means is only a horse of
that breed can be registered in that studbook. The only exception is individuals of other breeding that are deemed to be able to
improve the bloodline of the current breed. This is shown through performance records and the success of offspring in
competition. There are various types of Warmbloods:
The Hanoverian
The Hanoverian’s originate from Germany. There primary use is for dressage and show jumping. These horses are mildly
temperamental, with more of a calmness in nature than many horse breeds. The most common coloring in the Hanoverian are
Chestnut, Bay and Grey.
The Hanoverian Horse is a well built, well put together horse with much success in the disciplines of dressage and show jumping.
This breed tends to be very versatile.
The Holsteiner
The Holsteiner originates from Germany, usually reaching 16 to 17 hands. These horses are mildly temperamental and are used
for show jumping, dressage and reining. They tend to usually be bay in color, but mostly any solid coloring. Most Hosteiners have a
defined canter that tends to be very expressive, but lacks an impressiveness at the trot. They are typically well known as excellent
jumpers but have made their imprint on the dressage community.
Dutch Warmblood
The Dutch Warmblood’s originate from Holland and are very easy going, typically calm in nature. These good tempered horses are
built well running around 16 to 17 hands. They are known to excel at whatever discipline they are trained by.
Friesian
The Friesians originate from Holland and Germany with the studbook now kept in Germany, the FPZ. They are mildly
temperamental growing to a huge size of 17 hands. They are primarily used for Dressage and reining but are sometimes seen on
the show jumping circuit. These horses are also used for trick training, being widely versatile and very easily trainable. There are
distinct characteristics of the Friesians. Baroque, which is mainly upright, with higher action and more feathering with a heavier
mane and tail. Traditional, which is heavier and more drafty usually used for driving, and Sport Horse, which is used for all types of
riding and driving. These horses are amazing. Very versatile with a very calm temperament for such an enormous horse.
Swedish Warmblood
The Swedish Warmbloods originate from Sweden, obviously. They will grow to be 16 to 17 hands. The are used for show jumping,
dressage and reining. There coloring is all solid, predominantly Chestnut. The Swedish Warmbloods are one of the youngest
warmblood breeds , so true “type” is not quite defined. Mainly having solid movements, with the conformation and their
temperament being highly variable.
Trakhener
The Trakheners originate from Poland and East Prissuia. They tend to be a little more temperamental than a lot of other
warmbloods. They are used for dressage, jumping and eventing. Coloring is mainly solid with defined characteristics of nice
movements with good push from behind. They tend to be a bit stubborn and even difficult at times. Although there are some very
lovely Trakheners. This breed possess a strong competitive drive owing perhaps to the large amount of Thoroughbred blood most
carry.
Oldenburg
The Oldenburgs originate from Germany. They grown to the large size of 16 to 17 hands. These horses are very calm and
loveable. There coloring is solid but any color. They are primarily used for dressage and jumping. They were the first studbook
with an American Division. Interestingly enough, all American Warmbloods approved by the ISR are registered as Oldenburgs,
regardless of their actual parentage.
Andalusians
The Andalusians originate from Spain. They are smaller in height, ranging from 14.3 to 16 hands. They are used for dressage,
bullfighting, parades and trick training. They come in solid colors, including mulberry. Bay and grey are the most common. Black
and Dun are the least common. Andalusians are classically styled Baroque horses. They have thick manes and tails and tend to
have high , lofty actions for their size. The Spanish Olympic Team was comprised entirely of Andalusians for the 2000 Games.
Horses are an amazing animal, no matter what the breed or bloodlines. They love their owners and one forms an attachment to
their horse like no other. I couldn’t imagine my life without my horse.
Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern United States Region. She has a bachelor’s degree in finance. She rides
dressage with Grand Prix Level Trainer, Tracy Masterson at Highlife Farms, Orlando, FL. For more information and articles please
see her website at http://www.dressageamerica.com or http://www.informbyweb.com and to visit her training site, please visit http:
//www.highlifefarms.com for dressage and hunter/ jumper information. Republish with bio intact.
Article Source: http://www.articlecube.com
Horse Breeds - The German Oldenburg by Nanette Hughston
The history of the Oldenburg horse dates back to the early 1600’s by achieving its name and fame through Europe’s Count Anton Günther von
Oldenburg who was a renowned horseman and a great supporter of the breed.
Three important events helped to shape the breed: the first stallion approved decreed by state lay in the year 1820 with the introduction of the register
or origins in 1861, and the foundation of the two horse breeding societies by the Horse Breeding Act of April 9, 1897. These two were merged in the
year 1923 and The Oldenburg Horse Breeders Society was formed. The breed refinement measures were introduced in 1935 with a thoroughbred
stallion, Lupus xx and in 1950 by Condor. Due to the success breeder had with Condor, many breeders turned to the French Stallions around the end
of the 1960’s.
Furioso II was the first Anglo-Norman of modern breeding. This sire is held in the utmost regard. The French Anglo-Arabian stallion, Inschallah AA
was used in Oldenburg in small doses with great success.
A privately owned Oldenburg Stallion, Donnerhall, born in 1981 became one of the most successful sires of his generation in Germany. He holds the
highest dressage breeding value index (271) of all stallions. He placed second among seventy stallions at his performance test and went on to
become the DLG Champion in 1986. Donnerhall won more than 65 FEI Level and Grand Prix competitions and competed successfully until he was
retired at the age of seventeen. His remarkable success as an international competitor and breeding stallion has made him one of the most
successful dressage stallions in the world today. He has over 77 approved sons (all registries), 450 broodmares, 84 which are State Premium, and
over 636 competition horses. In 1994 in Den Haag, he was a member of the gold winning team at the World Championships in Dressage and won the
individual Bronze Medal. He is a member of the current European Championship Team and won the individual Bronze Medal. This horse has made a
tremendous impact on the sport horse breeding world.
The Oldenburg Horse Breeders Society is a division of the Verband der Zuchter des Oldenburger Pferdes, otherwise known as the German Oldenburg
Verband or GOV. When receiving approvals for ones mares and stallions the rules of the German Breeding Laws apply. These rules are enforced and
one addition has been made; in the event your foal or dam cannot attend the inspection because of illness, they will extend the timeframe for inspection
of the foal for one year only. Progeny not inspected within the year of their birth can still be inspected and papered as yearlings as long as a veterinary
certificate with the explanation of their prior condition which prohibited the foal from attending the inspection.
Stallion Inspections
Stallions must be inspected between the ages of two and four by calendar year. The GOV will no longer inspect stallions five years or older unless they
have completed their 100 day test with the appropriate qualifying scores or they have met their performance requirements.
The candidates must be out of Main Mare Book mares, or a mare eligible for Main Mare Book. This stallion must also come from and be registered by
an approved registry.
Broodmare Inspections
This registry has much to improve on, and this is very critical to the breed. The reason the European registries are so successful it there is
predictability in the progeny produced by well documented lines. The GOV relies heavily on statistics from the FN breeding books as well as good
auction riders that in return give feedback on the young horses with respect to the temperament and rideability. Due to mares that have untraceable
pedigrees and/or by stallions not bred as sport horses, such as race track thoroughbreds, one is never quite sure what they will get. Thoroughbred
mares continue to get approved, but their quality must be high both conformationally and mentally. They must have flowing gaits and they prefer that
the horse has competed in sport horse disciplines. There are four studbooks for mares, the highest being the Main Mare Book. Good quality mares
with original or reissued registration papers from an accepted breed registry can be entered in the Main Mare Book.
Premium Awards
Foals from Main Mare Book mares are eligible to receive a Premium Foal award. Only Main Mare Book mares are eligible for Premium Mare awards.
The Oldenburg horses are well known for their mild manner, great conformation and an all around great sport horse. Used in many disciplines, mainly
dressage and jumping.
Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern US Region. Check out her website at http://www.dressageamerica.com. This article is free
for reprint or republishing with the author bio remaining intact.
Article Source: http://www.articlecube.com
The history of the Oldenburg horse dates back to the early 1600’s by achieving its name and fame through Europe’s Count Anton Günther von
Oldenburg who was a renowned horseman and a great supporter of the breed.
Three important events helped to shape the breed: the first stallion approved decreed by state lay in the year 1820 with the introduction of the register
or origins in 1861, and the foundation of the two horse breeding societies by the Horse Breeding Act of April 9, 1897. These two were merged in the
year 1923 and The Oldenburg Horse Breeders Society was formed. The breed refinement measures were introduced in 1935 with a thoroughbred
stallion, Lupus xx and in 1950 by Condor. Due to the success breeder had with Condor, many breeders turned to the French Stallions around the end
of the 1960’s.
Furioso II was the first Anglo-Norman of modern breeding. This sire is held in the utmost regard. The French Anglo-Arabian stallion, Inschallah AA
was used in Oldenburg in small doses with great success.
A privately owned Oldenburg Stallion, Donnerhall, born in 1981 became one of the most successful sires of his generation in Germany. He holds the
highest dressage breeding value index (271) of all stallions. He placed second among seventy stallions at his performance test and went on to
become the DLG Champion in 1986. Donnerhall won more than 65 FEI Level and Grand Prix competitions and competed successfully until he was
retired at the age of seventeen. His remarkable success as an international competitor and breeding stallion has made him one of the most
successful dressage stallions in the world today. He has over 77 approved sons (all registries), 450 broodmares, 84 which are State Premium, and
over 636 competition horses. In 1994 in Den Haag, he was a member of the gold winning team at the World Championships in Dressage and won the
individual Bronze Medal. He is a member of the current European Championship Team and won the individual Bronze Medal. This horse has made a
tremendous impact on the sport horse breeding world.
The Oldenburg Horse Breeders Society is a division of the Verband der Zuchter des Oldenburger Pferdes, otherwise known as the German Oldenburg
Verband or GOV. When receiving approvals for ones mares and stallions the rules of the German Breeding Laws apply. These rules are enforced and
one addition has been made; in the event your foal or dam cannot attend the inspection because of illness, they will extend the timeframe for inspection
of the foal for one year only. Progeny not inspected within the year of their birth can still be inspected and papered as yearlings as long as a veterinary
certificate with the explanation of their prior condition which prohibited the foal from attending the inspection.
Stallion Inspections
Stallions must be inspected between the ages of two and four by calendar year. The GOV will no longer inspect stallions five years or older unless they
have completed their 100 day test with the appropriate qualifying scores or they have met their performance requirements.
The candidates must be out of Main Mare Book mares, or a mare eligible for Main Mare Book. This stallion must also come from and be registered by
an approved registry.
Broodmare Inspections
This registry has much to improve on, and this is very critical to the breed. The reason the European registries are so successful it there is
predictability in the progeny produced by well documented lines. The GOV relies heavily on statistics from the FN breeding books as well as good
auction riders that in return give feedback on the young horses with respect to the temperament and rideability. Due to mares that have untraceable
pedigrees and/or by stallions not bred as sport horses, such as race track thoroughbreds, one is never quite sure what they will get. Thoroughbred
mares continue to get approved, but their quality must be high both conformationally and mentally. They must have flowing gaits and they prefer that
the horse has competed in sport horse disciplines. There are four studbooks for mares, the highest being the Main Mare Book. Good quality mares
with original or reissued registration papers from an accepted breed registry can be entered in the Main Mare Book.
Premium Awards
Foals from Main Mare Book mares are eligible to receive a Premium Foal award. Only Main Mare Book mares are eligible for Premium Mare awards.
The Oldenburg horses are well known for their mild manner, great conformation and an all around great sport horse. Used in many disciplines, mainly
dressage and jumping.
Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern US Region. Check out her website at http://www.dressageamerica.com. This article is free
for reprint or republishing with the author bio remaining intact.
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Horse Breeds - American Quarter Horse by Nanette Hughston
The American Quarter Horse is the first breed of horse native to the United States. The breed evolved when the bloodlines of horses brought to
the New World were mixed. Foundation American Quarter Horse stock originated from Arab, Turk and Barb breeds. Selected Stallions and
Mares were crossed with horses brought to Colonial America from England and Ireland in the 1600’s. This combination resulted in a
compact, heavily muscled horse that evolved to fill the colonists passion for short distance racing.
The amazing power behind a quarter horse enabled this great animal to run short distances over a straightaway faster than any other horse
with the fastest being named Celebrated American Running Horse. The names for this breed has changed many times over the years until
1940 when a registry was formed to preserve the breed which officially became the American Quarter Horse Association.
In the year 1674 in Enrico County, Virginia the first American Quarter Horse Race was held. They were one-on-one match races down village
streets, county lanes and level pastures. Many disagreements and fights were generated from heavy betting of large purse races by 1690.
The American Quarter Horse, due to their calm disposition and quick response time, the horse became known for its “cow sense”, being able
to outmaneuver cattle. During the 1800’s as many pioneer folk moved westward, so did the American Quarter Horse. An abundant amount of
cattle ranches stretched across the plains. Making this breed well suited for the cattle ranchers.
In today’s world, the American Quarter Horse still remains a great sprinter known for their heavy muscling, but they have exceeded way past the
cattle horse. These amazing horses compete in almost every discipline available, from rodeo events, such as barrel racing and calf roping to
English disciplines such as dressage and show jumping. The make a nice little children’s hunter as well, with the ability to jump a wide range
of heights. They are one of the most versatile breeds in the world.
Many pleasure riders still look to the American Quarter horse for recreational riding, as they make a nice pleasure horse as well.
Breeders, since the creation of the breed over fifty years ago, have diligently been trying to perfect the bloodlines to produce a high quality
versatile animal.. Strict guidelines have been set by the American Quarter Horse Association regarding registration of the American Quarter
Horses. Some of these guidelines include:
1. Limited white markings on the face and below the knee
2. Only thirteen accepted colors recognized by the AQHA. These are sorrel (reddish brown), bay, black, brown, buckskin, chestnut, dun, red
dun, gray, grullo, palomino, red roan and blue roan. The official gray color is what most people call white, but there are no “white” American
Quarter Horses.
3. A quarter horse foal must be the product of a numbered American Quarter Horse dam and a numbered American Quarter Horse sire.
There is an appendiz registry for foals with one numbered American Quarter Horse parent and one Throughbred parent registered with The
Jockey Club.
Some other notable characteristics of the American Quarter Horse is their speed, versatility, gentle nature, heavy muscling and keen cow
sense.
If you own an American Quarter Horse, no matter what discipline you choose to ride, your horse will excel. This breed is one of the most
enjoyable horse breeds around today and one of the most popular.
Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern United States Region. She has a bachelor’s degree in finance. She rides dressage
with Grand Prix Level Trainer, Tracy Masterson at Highlife Farms, Orlando, FL. For more information and articles please see her website at
http://www.dressageamerica.com and http://www.informbyweb.com and to visit her training site, please visit http://www.highlifefarms.com for
dressage and hunter/ jumper information. Keep bio intact for republishing please
Article Source: http://www.articlecube.com
The American Quarter Horse is the first breed of horse native to the United States. The breed evolved when the bloodlines of horses brought to
the New World were mixed. Foundation American Quarter Horse stock originated from Arab, Turk and Barb breeds. Selected Stallions and
Mares were crossed with horses brought to Colonial America from England and Ireland in the 1600’s. This combination resulted in a
compact, heavily muscled horse that evolved to fill the colonists passion for short distance racing.
The amazing power behind a quarter horse enabled this great animal to run short distances over a straightaway faster than any other horse
with the fastest being named Celebrated American Running Horse. The names for this breed has changed many times over the years until
1940 when a registry was formed to preserve the breed which officially became the American Quarter Horse Association.
In the year 1674 in Enrico County, Virginia the first American Quarter Horse Race was held. They were one-on-one match races down village
streets, county lanes and level pastures. Many disagreements and fights were generated from heavy betting of large purse races by 1690.
The American Quarter Horse, due to their calm disposition and quick response time, the horse became known for its “cow sense”, being able
to outmaneuver cattle. During the 1800’s as many pioneer folk moved westward, so did the American Quarter Horse. An abundant amount of
cattle ranches stretched across the plains. Making this breed well suited for the cattle ranchers.
In today’s world, the American Quarter Horse still remains a great sprinter known for their heavy muscling, but they have exceeded way past the
cattle horse. These amazing horses compete in almost every discipline available, from rodeo events, such as barrel racing and calf roping to
English disciplines such as dressage and show jumping. The make a nice little children’s hunter as well, with the ability to jump a wide range
of heights. They are one of the most versatile breeds in the world.
Many pleasure riders still look to the American Quarter horse for recreational riding, as they make a nice pleasure horse as well.
Breeders, since the creation of the breed over fifty years ago, have diligently been trying to perfect the bloodlines to produce a high quality
versatile animal.. Strict guidelines have been set by the American Quarter Horse Association regarding registration of the American Quarter
Horses. Some of these guidelines include:
1. Limited white markings on the face and below the knee
2. Only thirteen accepted colors recognized by the AQHA. These are sorrel (reddish brown), bay, black, brown, buckskin, chestnut, dun, red
dun, gray, grullo, palomino, red roan and blue roan. The official gray color is what most people call white, but there are no “white” American
Quarter Horses.
3. A quarter horse foal must be the product of a numbered American Quarter Horse dam and a numbered American Quarter Horse sire.
There is an appendiz registry for foals with one numbered American Quarter Horse parent and one Throughbred parent registered with The
Jockey Club.
Some other notable characteristics of the American Quarter Horse is their speed, versatility, gentle nature, heavy muscling and keen cow
sense.
If you own an American Quarter Horse, no matter what discipline you choose to ride, your horse will excel. This breed is one of the most
enjoyable horse breeds around today and one of the most popular.
Nanette Hughston is a freelance writer from the southern United States Region. She has a bachelor’s degree in finance. She rides dressage
with Grand Prix Level Trainer, Tracy Masterson at Highlife Farms, Orlando, FL. For more information and articles please see her website at
http://www.dressageamerica.com and http://www.informbyweb.com and to visit her training site, please visit http://www.highlifefarms.com for
dressage and hunter/ jumper information. Keep bio intact for republishing please
Article Source: http://www.articlecube.com
Horses - Breeds, A To Z by Michael Russell
A horse is a horse of course of course. Right? Well, not exactly. There are more breeds of horses than Carter has liver pills. We're just going
to touch on a few examples here, otherwise we're going to need a book about 2000 pages long. For example, and we'll just start with the
letter A, there is the Australian Stock Horse. This is one of those horses that arose from selective breeding due to the demands of the
environment. The history of this breed actually began in 1788. When the first breed of horses was brought to Eastern Australia by the First
Fleet. These horses were of mixed English Thoroughbred and Spanish stock and they were hardy enough horses that they were a perfect
choice for the cavalry. Moving along to the letter B, we have the Basotho Pony. This horse is found only in Lesotho, which is in South Africa.
The horse is used almost exclusively for riding. The breed itself was developed sometime after 1825 from the Cape Horse. By the start of
the 20th century this breed almost completely disappeared due to exporting of the horses and cross breeding with Arab and Thoroughbred
horses. Fortunately, during the later part of the 20th century, a society was formed to revive the breed. One of the most famous breed of
horses starting with the letter C is the Clydesdale. This horse was developed in a district of Scotland. It is a heavy draft horse breed. The
breed itself was developed by farmers in Lanarkshire, which is the old name for Clydesdale. This horse was mainly bred to meet the
agricultural needs of farmers. The Clydesdale is a real work horse. Make no mistake about that. The letter D gives us the Dartmoor Pony.
This horse is one of nine breeds that are specific to the British Isles. This particular breed comes from a barren moorland called Dartmoor,
which is located in Devon, England. These are very old horses which go all the way back to the reign of King Henry I. Today, Dartmoor
Ponies are found all over Great Britain as well as countries like France, Sweden and Germany. Moving along to the letter E, we have the
Eriskay Pony. This particular pony is the only surviving variety of the Hebridean pony. It is found on the Hebrides Islands off the coast of
Scotland. Today this particular breed of pony is almost extinct. Recent DNA testing of these animals show that they are of very ancient origin.
These horses are mostly used for transportation and common chores such as pulling carts and even taking children to school. And in case
you are wondering, yes there are breeds of horses that begin with the letter Z. One of them is the Zaniskari Pony, which is found in Northern
India. This particular breed is what is called a riding and pack breed. Yes, there are more breeds of horse than you can possibly imagine. If
you're interested in doing more research on these animals you can do so by going to
http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/Horses-w.htm. You'll have enough to read to keep you busy for many years to come. About the
Author Michael Russell Your Independent guide to Horses
A horse is a horse of course of course. Right? Well, not exactly. There are more breeds of horses than Carter has liver pills. We're just going
to touch on a few examples here, otherwise we're going to need a book about 2000 pages long. For example, and we'll just start with the
letter A, there is the Australian Stock Horse. This is one of those horses that arose from selective breeding due to the demands of the
environment. The history of this breed actually began in 1788. When the first breed of horses was brought to Eastern Australia by the First
Fleet. These horses were of mixed English Thoroughbred and Spanish stock and they were hardy enough horses that they were a perfect
choice for the cavalry. Moving along to the letter B, we have the Basotho Pony. This horse is found only in Lesotho, which is in South Africa.
The horse is used almost exclusively for riding. The breed itself was developed sometime after 1825 from the Cape Horse. By the start of
the 20th century this breed almost completely disappeared due to exporting of the horses and cross breeding with Arab and Thoroughbred
horses. Fortunately, during the later part of the 20th century, a society was formed to revive the breed. One of the most famous breed of
horses starting with the letter C is the Clydesdale. This horse was developed in a district of Scotland. It is a heavy draft horse breed. The
breed itself was developed by farmers in Lanarkshire, which is the old name for Clydesdale. This horse was mainly bred to meet the
agricultural needs of farmers. The Clydesdale is a real work horse. Make no mistake about that. The letter D gives us the Dartmoor Pony.
This horse is one of nine breeds that are specific to the British Isles. This particular breed comes from a barren moorland called Dartmoor,
which is located in Devon, England. These are very old horses which go all the way back to the reign of King Henry I. Today, Dartmoor
Ponies are found all over Great Britain as well as countries like France, Sweden and Germany. Moving along to the letter E, we have the
Eriskay Pony. This particular pony is the only surviving variety of the Hebridean pony. It is found on the Hebrides Islands off the coast of
Scotland. Today this particular breed of pony is almost extinct. Recent DNA testing of these animals show that they are of very ancient origin.
These horses are mostly used for transportation and common chores such as pulling carts and even taking children to school. And in case
you are wondering, yes there are breeds of horses that begin with the letter Z. One of them is the Zaniskari Pony, which is found in Northern
India. This particular breed is what is called a riding and pack breed. Yes, there are more breeds of horse than you can possibly imagine. If
you're interested in doing more research on these animals you can do so by going to
http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/Horses-w.htm. You'll have enough to read to keep you busy for many years to come. About the
Author Michael Russell Your Independent guide to Horses
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