http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/qa/horses/horse-breeds Powered by Question2Answer http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/2760/which-breed-makes-a-good-first-horse?show=2761#a2761 Of course all horse owners have their favorite choices. and it depends on your situation - your age, whether or not you know how to ride, how much time you've spent around horses, etc. Some people suggest the American Quarter Horse for a beginner for its good temperament and trainability. Think about what you want to use the horse for and that can help with a decision. But any breed that takes your fancy is fine as long as the horse has a good disposition. Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/2760/which-breed-makes-a-good-first-horse?show=2761#a2761 Tue, 28 Apr 2015 07:46:39 +0000 http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/496/are-ponies-baby-horses-or-are-they-a-different-species?show=1397#a1397 A pony is a separate breed , it is a small horse. A horse that stands 14.2 hands (a hand measure is 4 inches), high or less is considered a pony. Conformation, the body shape, is also taken into consideration. The pony developed after surviving in a harsh environment where food was scarce, producing smaller horses. The pony's size was then maintained through selective breeding. Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/496/are-ponies-baby-horses-or-are-they-a-different-species?show=1397#a1397 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 06:20:18 +0000 http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/1124/what-is-the-scientific-name-of-a-morgan-horse Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/1124/what-is-the-scientific-name-of-a-morgan-horse Fri, 01 Nov 2013 13:23:06 +0000 http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/582/how-big-do-ponies-get?show=610#a610 Ponies by definition are no more than 14.2 hands tall at the withers. A "hand" is 4 inches, so that's 58 inches or 4 feet 10 inches tall. Having said that, some pony breeds can grow bigger than that depending on genetics and diet. If a pony is taller, it cannot be shown in pony divisions. It wouldn't grow much taller than that, though, so if you're not into showing, don't worry about it. I would recommend getting a pony from someone who raises and trains ponies, so that your daughter can get some support in the beginning, from someone who knows the animal. Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/582/how-big-do-ponies-get?show=610#a610 Thu, 27 Jun 2013 22:17:55 +0000 http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/510/what-is-the-american-paint-horses-nickname?show=520#a520 This cross between a thoroughbred and a pinto is referred to as a "paint." Nicknames come from whatever name  you have given the horse. Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/510/what-is-the-american-paint-horses-nickname?show=520#a520 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 06:25:29 +0000 http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/497/what-kind-of-horse-was-cleopatra-pet-of-john-adams?show=498#a498 There's no documentation about what breed Cleopatra was, but Quater Horses and Morgans were popular in the US during President Adam's presidency. Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/497/what-kind-of-horse-was-cleopatra-pet-of-john-adams?show=498#a498 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:29:50 +0000 http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/105/what-is-the-best-starter-horse?show=173#a173 Quarter horses have a calm demeanor. But the truth is that any horse you bond with will be a good choice. When  you're ready to purchase, take someone with you who is knowledgeable about horses to help you with your choice of horse. Horse Breeds http://thepetwiki.com/q2a/105/what-is-the-best-starter-horse?show=173#a173 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 07:14:33 +0000