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Arabian Horses
Photo credit: Aria Arabians
Arabian horses (also called Arab) are one of the oldest horse breeds. They are native to the Arabian Peninsula. This ancient, pure breed, is thought of as the definition of beauty and elegance in most horses. They are also known as the primary ancestor of the Thoroughbred horse. The Arabian has also been known for having the development of almost all modern day horses.
Thoroughbred Horses
Thoroughbreds are most commonly known as race horses for they have long legs for running in races like the famous Kentucky Derby. The breed is known today for developing in the 17th century in England when English mares were being bred to imported Arabian stallions. Now all modern Thoroughbreds trace back to those imported stallions.
Frisian Horse
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The Friesian is a breed of horse from Friesland. It originated from the Netherlands. The Frisian Horse is known for it's elegance and has been introduced to the art of dressage. It is always black and stands about 15-17 hands. (a hand is 4 inches) It might be hard to believe, but the breed almost became extinct on one occasion but now it is growing in numbers and in popularity.
Quarter Horse
The Quarter horse is an American breed of horse that is known for sprinting short distances. It is named the Quarter horse because it can only run a quarter mile in a race. The Quarter horse is also known for being in rodeos, cattle herding, barrel racing, reining, cutting, working cow horse, calf roping and other western riding events.
Welsh Pony
Welsh ponies are known as riding and driving ponies. It is also a very popular ponies for children. They have a reputation for their intelligence, friendly personality, and its temperament, allowing them to be quite easy to train. Many are also crossbred with Thoroughbreds. The Welsh also crosses with popular breeds like the POA (Ponies of America) and the British Riding pony. Though the Welara, the cross of a Welsh pony and an Arabian horse, has it's own registry.
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