What is a Horse Breed?

Breeds, Horses

Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky A breed is defined as a group of horses with a common origin and possessing certain distinguishable characteristics that are transmitted to the offspring, such that the offspring possess the parents’ characteristics. These...

Light Horse Breed Types

Breeds, Horses

Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Some of the most predominant types of horses today are those that we commonly refer to as light horse breeds. Throughout history, humans have adopted light horse breeds for their swift, efficient travel and, in more recent years,...
Light Horse Breed Appaloosa

Light Horse Breed Appaloosa

Breeds, Horses

  Ashley Griffin, University of Kentucky Appaloosas were Spanish horses that were managed by the Nez Perce Indians. The term Appaloosa was first used to describe these spotted horses of the Palouse region around the late 1800s. The Palouse, or Palouse Country, is...
Light Horse Breed Arabian

Light Horse Breed Arabian

Breeds, Horses

  The Arabian, (saddle type) originated in the wild desert of the Middle East in 5000 B.C. from the foundation stock of the Kohl breed and from five Al-Khamesh mares. It is the oldest and most influential breed. The Arabian is known for its Endurance Speed...
Light Horse Breed Morgan

Light Horse Breed Morgan

Breeds, Horses

    The Morgan (saddle type) horse breed traces back to Justin Morgan, foundation sire that was foaled in 1789 in Vermont. Although his breeding was unknown, many thought it to be of Dutch, Thoroughbred, or Arabian descent. Today, every registered Morgan...