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Horse and Pony Breeds

Learn about popular horse and pony breeds from around the world.
Horse Breeds Quiz
Do you know about the common horse breeds? Try the Horse Breeds Quiz and test your knowledge!
Meet the Welsh Pony and Cob - Welsh Pony and Cob Profile
Learn about the Welsh Pony and Cob, including size, characteristics, body type, uses and origins. Find out the difference betweens Welsh Ponies and Cobs and discover the champions and celebrities of the breed.
Meet the American Standardbred - American Standardbred Profile
Most people think of Standardbreds as harness racing horses. Learn about the Standardbred as a riding horse used for many different riding disciplines. Find information about Standardbred, retraining, rescue and adoption.
Meet the Clydesdale - Clydesdale Horse Profile
A description of Clydesdale horses. Learn about the Clydesdale's physical characteristics, history and origin, uses, unique traits, colors, and markings. Learn the names of famous and celebrity purebred Clyde draft horses.
Breed Poll - Your Favorite Horse or Pony Breed or Type Poll
What's your favorite horse or pony breed? Choose your favorite horse and see what other readers have voted for.
Meet the Arabian Horse - Arabian Horse Profile
A description of Arabian horses. Learn about the Arabian's physical characteristics, history and origin, uses, unique traits, colors, and markings. Learn the names of famous and celebrity purebred Arab horses.
Meet the Kentucky Mountain Horse - Kentucky Mountain Horse Profile
A description of the Kentucky Mountain Saddle Horse. Learn about the KMSH's physical characteristics, history and origin, uses, unique traits, colors, and markings. Learn the names of famous and celebrity horses within the breed.
Meet the Miniature Horse
A description of Miniature Horses and Ponies. Learn about the Miniature Horse's physical characteristics, history and origin, uses, unique traits, colors, and markings. Learn the names of famous and celebrity Miniature Horses.
Meet the Quarter Horse
A description of the American Quarter Horse. Learn about the American Quarter Horse's physical characteristics, history and origin, uses, unique traits, colors, and markings. Learn the names of famous, infamous and celebrity purebred American Quarter Horses.
Meet the Thoroughbred
A breed profile of the Thoroughbred used as a riding horse, jumper or dressage horse. A description of Thoroughbred horses. Learn about the Thoroughbreds's physical characteristics, history and origin, uses, unique traits, colors, and markings. Learn the names of famous and celebrity purebred TB and OTTB horses.
Ancient Life - Why Mules Were More Popular Than Horses
Modern day mule owners will claim mules are superior to horses in many way. About Ancient History Guide N.S.Gill explains why mules were more valued than horses in the Ancient Mediterranean.
The North American Curly Horse
If you want to own a horse, but are worried about your allergies to animal hair the Curly Horse may be the best choice for you. Learn about Curly Horse temperament, history and their unique coat characteristics,
Welcome to The National Museum of the Morgan Horse
At home in the show ring, on the trail or pulling logs in the forest the elegant but hardy medium sized Morgan Horse makes a wonderful family companion. The National Museum of the Morgan Horse webpage offers information about the orgins and history of this American breed as well as a virtual tour of exhibits.
Assateague Island National Seashore Wild Horses
Even people who know little about horses and ponies will have heard of the famous Assateague Wild Horses. Assateague Island is home to both the Assateague and Chincoteague herds, whose numbers are kept in control by the annual "Pony Swim". The U.S. Department of the Interior provides the history, and a description of the herds management.
Breeds of Livestock – Horse Breeds
From the Abyssinian to the Zhemaichu the Oklahoma State University offers information about horse and pony breeds and types, their physical characteristics and uses.

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