Today we learn more about three different horse breeds of the world & these three are all connected by Arabian blood.

Pleased to Introduce

The breeds for this week all come from the granddaddy of many horse breeds, the mighty and beautiful Arabian whose blood has refined many a modern breed. Today we’ll also take a look at the colorful AraAppaloosa & the ancient Arabian-Berber cross.

With their well-shaped ears, arched neck and high-set tail the Arabian is one of the most physically appealing (and recognizable) of all horse breeds.

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Today we begin taking a look at three breeds at a time & I’ll share them in alphabetical order so the mix will remain nice and random.

Pleased to Introduce

The breeds for this week are an interestingly similar mix the lovely appaloosa, it’s cousin the Appaloosa Sport Horse and the Appendix Quarter Horse (which, interestingly enough may also carry appaloosa white patterns).

All three are fairly new breeds from North America, each one created with a specific purpose in mind.

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The most important part of horse ownership is understanding their eating habits & nutritional requirements.

Below are a few articles that go a little more in-depth about equine feed, different types and a closer look at the types of hay, grain and of course treats (pleeease don’t feed your horse candy).

Horse Feed Types
A a closer look at Hay | Grain | Treats
Don’t forget to make sure you know which plants are toxic to horses
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The Appaloosa is a color breed and registered based upon their displaying one of the six different appaloosa white patterns, leopard, few-spot leopard, frost, snowflake, varnish roan, blanket or snowcap.

Despite popular belief that spotted horses come from North America, they were actually brought from Europe by the Spanish and adopted by the indigenous people in the Americas.

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When it comes to horse care the list of what you must know is endless, (literally). However, the more you know the better you are at taking care of your equine pal.

The pages below discuss some of the basics of horse ownership & care, with info about everything from choosing a stable to costs associated with horse ownership (ouch).

Horse Basics | Breeds | Colors
Horse Care | Care Tips | Care Costs
About Horse Stables

Whether you are just starting out in the horse world, or you are an old pro brushing up on your basics will always serve you well.

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Anglo-Luso horses come from Portugal and are a cross between Thoroughbred and Lusitano bloodlines. The mighty Lusitano has long been used in the bullring and the Thoroughbred blood was introduced in the hopes of creating a quicker, more agile animal.
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The Anglo-Karachi is very similar to the Anglo-Kabarda horse that was featured last week. They are the result of a cross between Thoroughbred and Karachi bloodlines, and to be registered a mix must be at least 25% and no more than 75% Thoroughbred blood.
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The Anglo-Kabarda is a mix breed that combines the blood of Thoroughbred and Kabarda horses, to register an animal must possess no more than 75% and no less than 25% Thoroughbred blood.

This breed began in the Caucasus regions of Russia and began by crossing Kabarda mares with Thoroughbred stallions.
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The Anglo-Arabian horse combines the Arabian and Thoroughbred bloodlines. A variety of crosses are allowed within the two breeds, however a true Anglo-Arab has no more than 75% and no less than 25% Arabian blood.

These two bloodlines have rich histories and have been interwoven throughout history, both of them quick and high energy animals.

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Image from Vince Garcia

It’s no secret that horse coat colors are a topic for passionate debate. Through selective breeding the domestic horse has come to be the most flamboyant & colorful member of the Equidae family.

Although the colors themselves are hotly debated, horse markings are a little more cut-and-dry in their definitions. Like fingerprints, no two horses will display the same white markings, lending even more unique character to your favorite horse. This week we’ll take a look at horse leg markings.

Here’s a quick cheat sheet covering leg markings. A fun way to learn for beginners & a quick brush-up for the old horse pros as well.

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