The American Saddlebred is a popular parade mount and often used for trail riding. It has a comfortable gait and a steady temperament. In horse shows, it is most commonly seen in Saddle seat style riding, and in various types of driving. Where did the Saddlebred get its start? In the 1830s, the Kentucky Saddler […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Australia Coat Type: short, flat Color: brown, blue, chocolate, lilac, gold & peach, all 2 patterns – spots or swirls Temperament: Intelligent, affectionate Cat of the Month for October! These cats have beautifully patterned coats. They show great affection to and bond closely with their humans. What is the origin […]
The Miniature Horse owes its development to the Shetland Pony. Selective breeding of the smallest Shetlands created the Miniature Horse. In the 17the century they were bred as pets for children of royalty. In the late 18th century, they were used to work in coal mines until breeders took an interest in them. Minis as […]
