Horse Breeding

What is a Holsteiner?

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:53:23 -0500

Unless you are a horse expert, you may not have heard about the Holsteiner. This breed of horse is quite rare. It hails from northern Germany, in the Schleswig Holstein region of the country. It is a warm blooded horse and joins warm blooded relatives such as the Hanoverian. Warm bloods are primarily sport horses, while cold bloods are draft horses and hot bloods are racing horses like the Thoroughbred. Holsteiners are thought to be the oldest warm bloods and date back to the 13th century. Tags: Holsteiner

Why the Oldenburg is the Pride of Germany

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:53:23 -0500

Oldenburg horses are some of the most prized in all of Germany and although they represent a small fraction of registered horses they are beautiful and excel in a variety of different areas. The horse is named for the region where it is bred. The region is small and thus only produces a small number of foals each year. The region is in the center of the Hanoverian region, which also produces its own variety of horse. Bloodlines can be traced many years all the way back to the Fresian horse. Tags: Oldenburg

The Quarter Horse -- An American Classic

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:53:23 -0500

The Quarter Horse is a breed from the United States that is best known as a sprinter who can run short distances. This is the most popular breed of horse in the entire country and the AQHA has millions of horses registered. These horses are not just race horses, but are also used as rodeo horses, ranch horses and show horses. This horse features a compact body that lends itself perfectly to the agility required for various western riding tasks. These horses are used for roping, reining, cutting, herding and more. They excel in the show ring or at the ranch. Tags: Quarter Horse

All About the American Saddlebred

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:53:23 -0500

The average height of these horses is between 15 and 16 hands in height. They are high stepping horses with a real flair for showmanship. They can be five gaited which is a very desirable trait for a horse to have. This means they can walk, trot, canter, gallop, slow-gait and rack.These horses are muscular yet lean. The neck is sloping and graceful, the head delicate yet strong. Eyes are large and expressive. Ears are delicate and graceful. The entire picture is that of an alert, intelligent horse. Tags: Saddlebred