The Horse Breeds - Andalusian, Mustang, Alter Real

A alphabet list of horse breeds that you may come across:(Page 1 : 2)

Akhal-Teke

The Akhal-Teke comes from the modern country of Turkmenistan. This breed has been known for about 3,000 years as excellent racehorses and cavalry mounts. The Akhal-Teke has superb stamina. Much of this is attributed to their diet, which is low in bulk, high in protein and often includes eggs and butter with barley. Today, this breed is used mostly for dressage, show jumping and everyday purposes.

Alter Real

The Alter Real horse was developed at Vila de Portel Stud in Portugal in the 18th century. 300 Andalucian mares were used in creating this horse that was known for its haute-ecole skills of that era. This is a high-spirited horse that might not be a good choice for an inexperienced rider. Overall, this breed is easily trained and has an obedient nature.

American Cream Draft Horse

The American Cream Draft Horse first appeared in 1911 in Iowa. "Old Granny" was of draft breeding and a colt of hers was kept for a stud to develop this eye striking new breed. They have a coat that is a rich cream color, pink skin, amber eyes and a white mane and tail. A foundation was started in 1994 to help preserve this rare breed.

American Mustang

The American Mustang can be any type of wild horse. The term Mustang comes from the Spanish word "mesteno," which means "stray or ownerless" horse. An American Mustang is any wild horse in the United States. Today, there are about 41,000 Mustangs that wander freely on public land after Congress passed the Wild Free-Roaming Horse and Burro Act in 1971. Mustangs are described as "living symbols of the historic and pioneer spirit of the West."

American Quarter Horse

The American Quarter Horse foundation stock originated from Arab, Turk and Barb breeds. It is the first breed of horse native to the United States. They were developed from crosses of the horses that were brought to the New World. They quickly became known as the quickest horse on a short, straight run. Today, this breed is a very popular horse and is used in everything from rodeo to recreation riding.

Andalusian

The Andalusian ancestors are the Iberian horses of Portugal and Spain. They originated in the Spanish province of Andalusia, hence their name. Today, the Spanish keep their own studbook and call their horse the Pura Raza Espanola (Pure Spanish Horse.) This breed competes in many horse competitions and is known as a superb exhibition horse in the United States. It also makes a great family horse because of its love of people.