EQ104 Classification & Types of Horses

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What is the cleveland bay known for?

  • Notable for its high speed
  • Originating from the fells of northern England
  • Breeds quickly with various outcrosses
  • Oldest established English breed (correct)

Which horse breed originates from the fells of northern England?

  • Fell Pony (correct)
  • Percheron
  • Thoroughbred
  • Arabian

What color is a Palomino horse?

Light tan or golden color with cream or white mane and tail

From which country does the Suffolk breed originate?

<p>England</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of the Clydesdale breed?

<p>Feathering on feet and large hoof size</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Thoroughbred horse?

<p>Racehorse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the American Saddlebred breed come from?

<p>Kentucky in the southern U.S.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What region is the Belgian Draft breed associated with?

<p>Brabant region of modern Belgium</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique feature of the Morgan Horse breed?

<p>Muscled front end and a graceful crest</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which horse breed is known for its stamina and fast running walk?

<p>Tennessee Walker</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Mustang?

<p>Free-roaming horse of the Western United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing trait of the Caspian Horse?

<p>A small horse breed native to Northern Iran</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a Pinto horse?

<p>Large patches of white (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which breed is known to be the tallest draft horse?

<p>Shire Horse</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a unique characteristic of the Appaloosa horse?

<p>Horse of the plateau</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes the Quarter Horse distinctive?

<p>Strong and fast horse trained to race a quarter of a mile</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the original use of the Percheron breed?

<p>War horse to carry knights into battle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Horse Breeds Overview

  • Cleveland Bay: Oldest established English breed, maintained free of outcrosses.
  • Fell Pony: One of nine native British breeds; originates from northern England's fells.
  • Palomino: Characterized by light tan or golden coat with cream or white mane and tail.

Regional Breeds

  • Suffolk: Draft horse breed originating from England.
  • Clydesdale: Scottish draft breed known for feathering on feet, large hooves, high steps, and long stride; popular as a hitch horse.
  • Thoroughbred: Racehorse breed that originated from a cross between Arabian stallions and English mares.
  • American Saddlebred: Developed in Kentucky, recognized for a smooth ride over long distances and high-stepping movement.

Unique Characteristics

  • Appaloosa: Known as the horse of the plateau, distinguished by its unique coat patterns.
  • Arabian: First bred and raised in the U.S. by George Washington; Middle-Eastern heritage.
  • Belgian Draft: Originates from the Brabant region of Belgium; known as one of the strongest heavy breeds.

Versatile Breeds

  • Morgan Horse: Developed in Vermont with a muscular front and graceful crest; small but strong and versatile.
  • Norwegian Fjord Horse: A small but robust breed from the mountainous areas of western Norway.

Distinctive Appearance

  • Paint Horse: Recognizable by its paint-splattered appearance; commonly features large white patches.
  • Percheron: Black or gray draft breed developed in France for war; often used as a carriage horse today.
  • Pinto: Characterized by a color pattern with large patches of white and various other colors.

Performance Breeds

  • Quarter Horse: Strong and fast breed trained specifically to race a quarter mile.
  • Shire Horse: Noted as the tallest draft horse breed from Britain, used for heavy draft work.

Unique Traits

  • Tennessee Walker: Known for stamina and a fast, easy-going running walk.
  • Mustang: Free-roaming horse from the Western U.S., descended from horses brought by the Spanish.
  • Caspian Horse: A small breed native to Northern Iran, notable for its strength and agility.

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