Dutch Warmblood Breeding and Uses In general, “warm-blooded” horses earned their name because they have a mix of the calm nature of “cold-blooded” draft horses and the spirit of “hot-blooded” horses, such as thoroughbreds and Arabians. Why is it called Read more…
The Morgan horse has an even, well-mannered temperament. The easy-going nature of the breed makes them a superb choice for riders of all experience levels, from beginner to advanced. Are Morgan horses easy keepers? Morgans are typically easy-keepers, and don’t Read more…
Peruvian Pasos are excellent riding horses. They are often used as trail horses and they make great parade mounts because of their impressive presence. Breeding programs exist throughout the world, with many programs located here in the United States. What Read more…
between 14 and 15 hands. The breed, because of its direct link to the Barb horse, has some striking color tones and shades. The average height of the Peruvian is between 14 and 15 hands, and the weight is commonly Read more…
Creole, Spanish Criollo, French Créole, originally, any person of European (mostly French or Spanish) or African descent born in the West Indies or parts of French or Spanish America (and thus naturalized in those regions rather than in the parents’ Read more…
The Thoroughbred is considered the fastest horse, especially on a racecourse. The Arabian is slower than both the Thoroughbred and the Quarter Horse, but they have excellent stamina and can keep going for many miles without tiring or needing to Read more…
Creole, Spanish Criollo, French Créole, originally, any person of European (mostly French or Spanish) or African descent born in the West Indies or parts of French or Spanish America (and thus naturalized in those regions rather than in the parents’ Read more…
The Arabian horse’s typical dished face is one of its most iconic characteristics of the breed. The shape helps the horse breathe in its original desert environment, where the air is dry. Combined with large, wide nostrils, it enhances airflow Read more…
Colonial period At the same time, Mexican-born Spaniards were referred to as criollos, initially as a term that was meant to insult. However, over time, “those insulted who were referred to as criollos began to reclaim the term as an Read more…
In contrast to the Welsh pony (Section B), the Pony of Cob Type is heavier, more coblike and compact. They have a moderate amount of feathering on their legs. The Welsh Pony of Cob Type first resulted from cross-breeding between Read more…