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American Quarter Horses
American Quarter Horses
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American Quarter Horses - Overview
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Photo courtesy of
Bob Moore Farms
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American Quarter Horses were named so because of their speed records. The breed was fastest to cover a distance of a quarter a mile. Besides, the breed was very strong and enduring. The American Quarter Horse is well muscled and compact. It has always been used in horse racing and did rather well in it. Even today, quarter-mile racing is one of the most favorite sports. No wonder, the American Quarter Horse is keeping its position as one of the most famous and popular quarter-mile horses.
Besides racing, American Quarter Horses are now used for ranches and rodeos. This breed is known to make a good herding horse capable of directing livestock. Cattle roping and barrel racing are just two more talents of this wonderful breed. The American Quarter Horse has brilliant physical and temperament characteristics. Not only is the breed strong and fast. It is very calm, which allows it to be used in recreation for children.
American Quarter Horses originated in America by crossing a few breeds of horse. Though breeders and owners have always acknowledged the breed's talents and the number of horses was considerable, no sooner than in 1940 did American Quarter Horses receive their official name.
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Photo courtesy of
Colorado Quarter Horse Ranch
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American Quarter Horses - Description
The American Quarter Horse is rather small. Some horses can stand about 15 hands high. The breed has limited white markings on the face and on the areas below the knees. Sorrel color is considered the most common in American Quarter Horses. The breed may also come in black, brown, bay, chestnut, red, and other colors. American Quarter Horses are very popular in the United States and around the world.
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