Are Quarter Horses Good For Riding?

Quarter horses are perfect for beginner riders. They are typically calm and level-headed but are athletic and willing workers that are responsive to riders. Some performance quarter horses are on the hot side, but that’s likely because of their diet and training. What is a Quarter Horse good at? The Read more…

How Big Is A Light Horse?

Light riding horses usually range in height from 14 to 16 hands (56 to 64 inches, 142 to 163 cm) and can weigh from 380 to 550 kilograms (840 to 1,210 lb). How tall is a light horse? Light riding horses are typically 14–16 hands (1.42–1.63m), larger riding horses are Read more…

What Kind Of Horses Are In Egypt?

There are a number of horse breeds widely present in the deserts of Egypt, but the most important horses found there and the most widespread and sought after are the purebred Arabian horse. Are Arabian horses Egyptian? The “Straight Egyptian Arabian” horses are those that can trace some ancestry back Read more…