Spanish horses can be seen depicted in cave paintings that go back more than 2,500 years ago. They are compact (usually between 15 and 16 hands in height) but strong, graceful and substantial at the...[more]

What Is Horse Breaking?

Horse breaking is something of a misnomer since in reality you are training your horse to accept you as a rider. It's the last step in the relationship that you as a trainer have been...[more]

Azteca Horse

The Azteca is a modern horse breed developed in Mexico, combining three different bloodlines including the Iberian horse blood, specifically Andalusian and Lusitano breeds, the American Quarter Horse and Criollo (horse) bloodlines. Specific combinations of...[more]

Oldenburg Horse

The Oldenburg is a warm-blood horse from the north-western corner of Lower Saxony, what was formerly the Grand Duchy of Oldenburg. The breed was built on a mare base of all-purpose farm and carriage horses,...[more]

Stallion Horse

A stallion is a male horse that has not been gelded (neutered). Stallions will follow the conformation of their specific breed, but within that standard, the presence of hormones such as testosterone may give stallions...[more]

Mustang Horse

If you want a horse for occasional riding, and western events, a Mustang is a fine choice. Their easy manner makes them gentle with children, and it takes a lot to spook them. Some people...[more]

Mangalarga Horse

The Mangalarga is a horse breed that was originally developed in Brazil by Francisco Gabriel Junqueira, the Baron of Alfenas, when he began breeding Royal Alter stallions from Portugal with local colonial mares on his...[more]

AraAppaloosa Horse

The AraAppaloosa, also known as the Araloosa, Arappaloosa and the Ara-Appaloosa, is a horse breed that is a cross between an Arabian horse and an Appaloosa. As both breeds are noted for endurance and intelligence,...[more]

Shagya Horse

The Shagya Arabian was developed in the Austro-Hungarian Empire during the 19th century. Today it is most often seen in the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania, the former Yugoslavian countries, Poland, Germany, and Hungary, but has...[more]

Morab Horse

The Morab is a breed originally developed through the cross-breeding of Arabian and Morgan horses. The breeding of Morab horses began in the late 1880s with the intent of creating a fine carriage horse that...[more]

Bashkir Curly Horse

Bashkir Curlies (also called Curlies for short), come in all sizes, colors, and body types but all carry a gene for a unique curly coat of hair. Curlies are acclaimed to be the only hypoallergenic...[more]

German Riding Pony

The Deutsche Reitpony or German Riding Pony is a very popular pony breed in Germany. It is described as a "miniature warm-blood" with refined, horse-like characteristics that make it suitable as both a children's pony...[more]

Cleveland Bay Horse

The Cleveland Bay is a breed of horse that originated in England during the 17th century, named after its colouring and the Cleveland district of Yorkshire. It is a well-muscled horse, with legs that are...[more]

Florida Cracker Horse

Historically, Cracker Horses have been an essential part of the cattle industry in Florida. Dating back almost 500 years ago, this practice still flourishes today. The Florida Cracker horse is the official state horse of...[more]

Akhal-Teke Horse

The Akhal-Teke is a horse breed from Turkmenistan, where they are a national emblem. They are noted for their speed and for endurance on long marches. These "golden-horses" are adapted to severe climatic conditions and...[more]

Trakehner Horse

Trakehner is a horse breed generally of a lighter type than most other warmbloods. The Trakehner typically stands between 15.2 and 17 hands high (1.57 to 1.73 m). Trakehners can be any color, with bay,...[more]

Holsteiner Horse

The Holsteiner is a breed of horse originating in the Schleswig-Holstein region of northern Germany. It is thought to be the oldest of warm-blood breeds, tracing back to the 13th century. Though the population is...[more]

Kentucky Mountain Horse

The Kentucky Mountain Horse is a gaited breed of horse developed in eastern Kentucky. They are a medium-sized horse used mainly for under-saddle work. These saddle horses were originally bred by the mountain people of...[more]

Peruvian Paso Horse

The Peruvian Paso was bred from Spanish stock brought to South America by the conquistadors in the 1500's. They were in need of a horse that would be easy to ride for long distances over...[more]

Lusitano Horse

The Lusitano is a Portuguese horse breed, closely related to the Spanish Andalusian horse. Both are sometimes called Iberian horses, as the breeds both developed on the Iberian peninsula, and until the 1960s they were...[more]

Hackney Horse

The Hackney Horse is a recognized breed of horse that was developed in Great Britain. In recent decades, the breeding of the Hackney has been directed toward producing horses that are ideal for carriage driving....[more]

Hanoverian Horse

The Hanoverian originated in northern Germany in the state of Lower Saxony, the former kingdom of Hannover and quickly became the best known of the European Warmbloods. America's love affair with the breed saw The...[more]

Percheron Horse

The Percheron is a breed of draft horses that originated in the Perche valley in northern France. Percherons are usually gray or black in color. They are well-muscled, and known for their intelligence and willingness...[more]

Tiger Horse

Tiger horses are gaited, spotted trail horses with a coat color much like the Appaloosa. The tiger horse gait is sometimes called the Indian shuffle. They are unique in the modern equestrian world and are...[more]

National Show Horse

The National Show Horse originated as a cross between an American Saddlebred and an Arabian horse. It is now established as a separate breed, since the founding of a breed registry in August 1981. Registered...[more]

Fell Pony

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New Forest Pony

The New Forest Pony or New Forester is one of the recognized Mountain and moorland or Native pony breeds of the British Isles. The breed is valued for its hardiness, strength and sureness of foot....[more]

Paso Fino Horse

The Paso Fino name means 'fine step'. The Paso Fino is a blend of the Barb, Spanish Jennet, and Andalusian horse and was bred by Spanish land owners in Puerto Rico and Colombia to be...[more]

Buckskin Horse

Buckskin is a hair coat color of horses; referring to a color that resembles certain shades of tanned deerskin. Similar colors in some breeds of dogs are also called buckskin. The horse has a tan...[more]

Clydesdale Horse

The Clydesdale horse breed is best known for its size, over 18 hands, about six-feet and the feather above the hooves. This long hair covering their ankles makes this breed easily recognizable and it is...[more]

Saddlebred Horse

The American Saddlebred (formerly, the American Saddle Horse) evolved during the 1800's in the Southern States, primarily in Kentucky, developed mainly by plantation owners. Originally known as the Kentucky Saddler, it was the result of...[more]

Racking Horse

The Racking Horse is derived from the Tennessee Walking Horse and is known for a distinctive single-foot gait. The breed has its own organization, the Racking Horse Breeders' Association of America with a goal is...[more]

Rocky Mountain Horse

Tennessee Walking Horse

Tennessee Walking Horses are a distinct breed that does not trot, but has a gait called a "running walk." This gait provides the rider with a smooth comfortable ride, no bounce for the rider. To...[more]

Andalusian Horse

The Andalusian, also known as the Pure Spanish Horse, is a horse breed developed in the Iberian Peninsula. Similar to the closely related Lusitano, Andalusians are strongly built, compact yet elegant, with long, thick manes...[more]

Friesian Horse

Yes, the Friesian is a draft horse but it is a light (and very dainty) one, punctuated by it's typically monochromatic color (mostly black), long flowing mane and tail, elegant stance and tightly restrained gait....[more]

Shire Horse

Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE The Shire horse is a breed of draft horse which means they are extremely tall, have a muscular build, thick manes and tails and feathers (or...[more]

Appaloosa Horse

The wonderful Appaloosa horse was the result of selective breeding by the Nez Perce Indians of Idaho, Northeast Oregon, and Southeast Washington. They breed contained a cocktail of breeds that were originally brought to North...[more]

Palomino Horse

The place of origin of the Palomino probably never will be conclusively determined. Myths and legends of various countries shroud the true beginnings of the silk-coated golden horse. But clues to lie in the tapestries...[more]

Morgan Horse

The Morgan horse is the first documented American breed, and began with a stallion by the name of Justin Morgan. Justin Morgan, named for his original owner, was used for hauling, plowing and draft work....[more]

Draft Horse

The Draft horse is a heavy horse, bred and used for hard, heavy tasks. Typically farm work but they have roots that date back to Medieval war horses, found throughout Europe. Though there are several...[more]

Miniature Horse

Originally bred as pets for the children of royalty in the 1600's, the miniature horse breed also spent time working in the mines. It was not until the late 18th century that they were used...[more]

Paint Horse

Like many horses transplanted on North American soil, the American Paint horse descended from horses brought over by the Spanish conquistadors. Paints, along with Mustangs became part of the herds of wild horses that roamed...[more]

Thoroughbred Horse

When you think of racehorses, it is the Thoroughbred that immediately comes to mind. They dominate race tracks around the world and rule the list of top race horses.The Thoroughbred was originally bred in England...[more]

Arabian Horse

The Arabian horse summons the classic unicorn image. White, slender ethereal and regal. Combine that with a long and celebrated heritage and you have the Arabian breed. Dating 4, 500 years ago, the Arabian got...[more]

Galiceno Horse

The Galiceno horse, which is found in the Galicia region of Mexico, is a direct descendant of the horses brought to the New World by Spanish explorer Hernándo Cortés in the sixteenth century. These Spanish...[more]

Fox Trotter Horse

The Fox Trotter horse, or more specifically, the Missouri Fox Trotter Trail Horse is a very comfortable horse to ride. As a genuine trail horse, most of those who own one of this breed enjoy...[more]

Fjord Horse

The Fjord horse or Norwegian Fjord Horse is a relatively small but very strong horse breed from the mountainous parts of western Norway. It is agile breed and has a light draft horse build. All...[more]

Dutch Warmblood Horse

The modern Dutch Warmblood horse came from two Dutch breeds: the Gelderlander and the Groningen. The Gelderlander, which came from central Holland, was an elegant medium-sized horse. It usually has a chestnut coat with tasteful...[more]

Dales Pony

The Dales pony is a native of the eastern slopes of the Pennine Range and named for the dales that exist in the area. This breed is a genuine pony and is ideal for family...[more]

Canadian Horse

The Canadian Horse is a descendant of horses sent to Canada by Louis XIV in the 17th century. The French king wanted to develop a breeding program in his country's colony so two stallions and...[more]

Campolina Horse

The Campolina horse breed was developed by Cassiano Campolina, after whom the breed is named, on his farm in Entre Rios de Minas, Minas Gerais in Brazil. While Campolina began his horse farm activities in...[more]

Dartmoor Horse

Dartmoor horses are descendants of native ponies that existed for many centuries in the moorland of Southern Devon. The first written record of ponies on Dartmoor was a reference to the "wild ponies" that were...[more]

Shetland Horse

The Shetland horse or pony dates back to the Shetland Islands off of Scotland with accounts of this small breed of horses roaming the hills as early as the 700s. Because of their relative strength...[more]

Standardbred Horse

The Standardbred horse is a race horse, much like its ancestor the thoroughbred, but the big distinction is that it races in harness. Not as fast as a thoroughbred nor as large, it has a...[more]

Welsh Pony & Cob Horse

The Welsh Pony is a wonderful breed that is safe enough to trust the youngest riders with. They are an interesting choice for adults as well, since they have been often used for the mounts...[more]

Westfalen Horse

The Westfalen, which is also known as the Westphalian horse, derives its name from the location where it originated in the North Rhine area of western Germany, which is called Westphalia. Located between the Rhine...[more]

Spotted Horse

The Spotted horse is not a breed but a type of horse, and there are so many different breeds that fall into this category besides the most recognized, the Pinto. In fact, at the Spotted...[more]

Nokota Horse

The Nokota horse was a feral horse breed that resulted from ranch horses with Indian horse bloodlines breeding with a variety of other horses, including Thoroughbreds, harness horses and other similar breeds. These horses originally...[more]

Lipizzan Horse

One of the oldest of European breeds, the Lipizzan horse is believed to be related to horses bred in Carthage over 2,000 years ago. The horses of Carthage were bred with a sturdy Pyrenees horses,...[more]

Gypsy Vanner & Cob Horse

The Gypsy Vanner Horse, which is also known as a Cob Horse or Gypsy Horse, is a beautiful and rare new breed of horse that was developed over the past 70 years by gypsies. They...[more]

Warmblood Horse

A Warmblood horse is not a breed of horse; rather it is a designation of many different kinds of horse breeds that share certain characteristics, including American Saddlebreds, Appaloosas, Quarter horses, and Australian Stock horses,...[more]