Arabian Horse Breed Profile
The Arabian horse originates from the deserts of Asia and the most famous are the horses of the Bedouin Arabs, often known as the Elite Arab. These horses were used as a cavalry horse by the Moslems and taken to North Africa, Spain and France. They were left behind when the Moslems left these lands and were free to breed with local horses, resulting in many new breeds such as the Andalusian.
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Origins: The Arab horse originates from the desert lands of Asia and the most famous are the horses of the Bedouin Arabs, known as the Original or Elite Arab. Through selective breeding the Bedouins developed an Arab horse which was tough and yet beautiful. It was these Arab horses that were used as a cavalry horse by the Moslems and taken to North Africa and into Spain and France. Many Arab horses were left behind when the Moslems left and were left to breed with local horses creating such breeds as the Andalusian.
Characteristics: Small head with concave profile, large eyes and small muzzle, arched neck, sloping shoulder, strong level back, strong hindquarters, strong legs. Tail carried high, fast and free action, plenty of stamina.
Height: 14.1 to 15 hands
Color: Bay or chestnut but gray is also seen
Personality: Brave, spirited and intelligent
The Arabian horse is the oldest and purest of all horse breeds, and comes in every color except spotted and pinto. They are most well known for endurance, racing, and "improving" other breeds, but there is so much more to Arabians than that. Arabians appear delicate, but they are strong and muscular, and can exceed in ANY discipline. Arabians are also have one less vertebrae, in the back and in the tail, and one less rib than any other breed.
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