The American Quarter Horse is the most popular breed of horse in the U.S. They are versatile, even-tempered, speedy and powerful. They have been used by the mounted police. They are gentle and eager to please. This dependable horse was used in rodeo events and continues to perform. They still work on cattle ranches and […]
Irish farmers in the early 20th century wanted a versatile horse that would work the land, be ridden for fox-hunting, could jump and pull a carriage. Selected crossings produced the Irish Draught Horse. What does the Irish Draught Horse look like? The Irish Draught is a powerful horse but not ponderous. It stands 15.1-16.3 hands […]
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 […]
