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The Arabian horse embodies the history of nations and the growth of cultures, and has had an impact on nearly every other horse breed in existence today 🐴 To look at the Arabian is to see more than its refined features. It is to realize the magnitude of the contribution this one breed has made to the horse industry and the world overall. Learn more about this influential breed 👇️

The Arabian horse embodies the history of nations and the growth of cultures, and has had an impact on nearly every other horse breed in existence today 🐴 To look at the Arabian is to see more than its refined features. It is to realize the magnitude of the contribution this one breed has made to the horse industry and the world overall. Learn more about this influential breed 👇️

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Horse Illustrated

Did you know miniature horses are not considered ponies? 🐴 Learn the difference between miniature horses and ponies 👇️

Did you know miniature horses are not considered ponies? 🐴 Learn the difference between miniature horses and ponies 👇️

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Horse Illustrated

For those new to the horse world, learning the difference between a Paint and a Pinto can be a bit confusing 🤔 The short answer is quite simple: a Paint is an official breed and a pinto is a coat color pattern. Still struggling to differentiate the similarities? Learn more 👇️

For those new to the horse world, learning the difference between a Paint and a Pinto can be a bit confusing 🤔 The short answer is quite simple: a Paint is an official breed and a pinto is a coat color pattern. Still struggling to differentiate the similarities? Learn more 👇️

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Horse Illustrated

There is more to Gypsy Vanners than just their beauty 😍 Read about the versatility of this historic and stunning breed at HorseIllustrated.com. Pony Breeds, Lightning Photos, Ranch Riding, Pull Wagon, Horse Drawn Wagon, Gypsy Horse, Horse Heart, Western Pleasure

Lightning Photos

Horse Drawn Wagon

Western Pleasure

There is more to Gypsy Vanners than just their beauty 😍 Read about the versatility of this historic and stunning breed at HorseIllustrated.com.

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Horse Illustrated

Thoroughbreds are more than just racehorses 🏇 Learn about the versatility of the Thoroughbred, which is on display each year at the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover. Click to learn more about their second careers! Retired Racehorse Project, Thoroughbred Racehorse, Race Around The World, Selective Breeding, Darley, Different Sports, Equestrian Sports, Horse World

Retired Racehorse Project

Thoroughbred Racehorse

Race Around The World

Selective Breeding

Different Sports

Equestrian Sports

Thoroughbreds are more than just racehorses 🏇 Learn about the versatility of the Thoroughbred, which is on display each year at the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover. Click to learn more about their second careers!

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Horse Illustrated

Years ago, if you attended a Saddlebred horse show, you could expect to see high-stepping, animated horses shown in saddle seat and fine harness classes and not much else. And while the beauty and excitement of the saddle seat show ring is still a beloved part of the experience for Saddlebred enthusiasts, this breed is not just a one-trick pony. The class lists are changing to show that American Saddlebreds get western. Horse Breeder, Eventing Horses, American Saddlebred, The First Americans, Western Horse

Eventing Horses

American Saddlebred

The First Americans

Years ago, if you attended a Saddlebred horse show, you could expect to see high-stepping, animated horses shown in saddle seat and fine harness classes and not much else. And while the beauty and excitement of the saddle seat show ring is still a beloved part of the experience for Saddlebred enthusiasts, this breed is not just a one-trick pony. The class lists are changing to show that American Saddlebreds get western.

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Horse Illustrated

Check out this photo story by Edyta Trojanska-Koch about the Berber horses, also known as the Barb, of Morocco. Before our era, the Berber horse was the steed of numerous tribes. Depending on the need, it played the role of a work mount and a pack and war horse. The Berbers are convinced that their horses are among the oldest breeds in the world. Scientists confirm this, with research showing that the horses that lived in the Sahara 4,000 years ago were similar to Berber horses we know today. Horse Magazine, Black Horses, Photo Story, Sahara, Horse Riding, Scientists, Morocco, Role

Check out this photo story by Edyta Trojanska-Koch about the Berber horses, also known as the Barb, of Morocco. Before our era, the Berber horse was the steed of numerous tribes. Depending on the need, it played the role of a work mount and a pack and war horse. The Berbers are convinced that their horses are among the oldest breeds in the world. Scientists confirm this, with research showing that the horses that lived in the Sahara 4,000 years ago were similar to Berber horses we know today.

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Horse Illustrated

If you love the Baroque and the majestic, the romantic and the noble, then one breed of horse should really strike your fancy. Once the mount of medieval knights, this striking black horse looks like it stepped out of a fairy tale. Learn more about this stunning steed—the Friesian. #friesianhorse #friesianhorsebreed #horsebreed Friesian Stallion, Stallion Horses, Andalusian Horse, Horse Horse, The Horse, Black Stallion Horse, Big Horses, Cute Horses

Friesian Stallion

Stallion Horses

Andalusian Horse

Black Stallion Horse

If you love the Baroque and the majestic, the romantic and the noble, then one breed of horse should really strike your fancy. Once the mount of medieval knights, this striking black horse looks like it stepped out of a fairy tale. Learn more about this stunning steed—the Friesian. #friesianhorse #friesianhorsebreed #horsebreed

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Horse Illustrated

When Viking settlers first came to the island of Iceland in the late 800s, they must have been in awe of its staggering beauty. Huge glaciers, ancient volcanoes, roaring waterfalls and lush forests greeted them, who brought their animals with them to their new home. Among the livestock that made the trip from Norway were horses—ancestors of today’s Norwegian Fjord. Other settlers from the British Isles soon followed, bringing ponies carrying Shetland, Exmoor and Highland Pony blood. Highland Pony, Forest Photos, Icelandic Horse, Horse Owner, Wild Mustangs, Yearling, Wildlife Photos, Horse Equestrian

Icelandic Horse

Wildlife Photos

Horse Equestrian

When Viking settlers first came to the island of Iceland in the late 800s, they must have been in awe of its staggering beauty. Huge glaciers, ancient volcanoes, roaring waterfalls and lush forests greeted them, who brought their animals with them to their new home. Among the livestock that made the trip from Norway were horses—ancestors of today’s Norwegian Fjord. Other settlers from the British Isles soon followed, bringing ponies carrying Shetland, Exmoor and Highland Pony blood.

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Horse Illustrated

The Hanoverian, Holsteiner, Oldenburg and Trakehner have different histories but similar world-class talent & athleticism. Whether it’s the FEI World Equestrian Games, the Olympic Games or a USEF rated show, you’ll almost always see German Warmbloods among the top contenders. Although the Hanoverian, Holsteiner, Oldenburg and Trakehner all have firm German roots, each has its own unique history and tale of survival. #germanwarmblood #hanoverian #holsteinerhorse #holsteiner #oldenburg #trakehner Cleveland Bay, King George Ii, Usef, Horse Trials, Dressage Horses, Oldenburg

Dressage Horses

The Hanoverian, Holsteiner, Oldenburg and Trakehner have different histories but similar world-class talent & athleticism. Whether it’s the FEI World Equestrian Games, the Olympic Games or a USEF rated show, you’ll almost always see German Warmbloods among the top contenders. Although the Hanoverian, Holsteiner, Oldenburg and Trakehner all have firm German roots, each has its own unique history and tale of survival. #germanwarmblood #hanoverian #holsteinerhorse #holsteiner #oldenburg #trakehner

Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated

The perfect gift for any horse lover!! Introducing our Best of Breeds Special Collector's Edition, which features 30 of our best horse breed profiles. Now available for purchase online and on newsstands. We're super excited about this publication. Enjoy information about a variety of breeds, from Akhal Teke to Welsh Pony, with gorgeous photography! Only $9.99. Purchase now before they sell out! #horsebreeds #horsegift #horseholidaygift #horsechristmasgift #horses #horsegiftidea #forhorsepeople Haflinger Horse, Appaloosa Horses, American Paint Horse, American Quarter Horse, Horse Christmas Gifts, Missouri Foxtrotter, Curly Horse

Haflinger Horse

Appaloosa Horses

American Paint Horse

American Quarter Horse

Horse Christmas Gifts

Missouri Foxtrotter

The perfect gift for any horse lover!! Introducing our Best of Breeds Special Collector's Edition, which features 30 of our best horse breed profiles. Now available for purchase online and on newsstands. We're super excited about this publication. Enjoy information about a variety of breeds, from Akhal Teke to Welsh Pony, with gorgeous photography! Only $9.99. Purchase now before they sell out! #horsebreeds #horsegift #horseholidaygift #horsechristmasgift #horses #horsegiftidea #forhorsepeople

Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated

Become an expert at the rainbow of horse colors and wide variety of white markings with this lesson in partnership with the United States Pony Club published in Young Rider magazine. Paint Horses, Horse Painting, Horse Age, Bald Face, Pony Club, Face Illustration, Blue Roan

Face Illustration

Become an expert at the rainbow of horse colors and wide variety of white markings with this lesson in partnership with the United States Pony Club published in Young Rider magazine.

Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated

Living for centuries in the New Forest of southern England, the hardy New Forest Pony is increasingly popular amongst sport horse riders. Read about this pony's history, characteristics, and interesting facts about the breed. #newforestpony #pony #ponies #ponybreed Pony Rider, Horse Rider, New Forest Pony, Flatwork, Welsh Pony, Horses

New Forest Pony

Living for centuries in the New Forest of southern England, the hardy New Forest Pony is increasingly popular amongst sport horse riders. Read about this pony's history, characteristics, and interesting facts about the breed. #newforestpony #pony #ponies #ponybreed

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Horse Illustrated

Before tractors and farm machinery, draft horses were an essential part of family farms. These large, hardworking horses pulled plows and logs in many countries, fulfilling their jobs in a quiet, steadfast manner. Although machines have mostly replaced horsepower, draft horses are still valued and admired today. Learn more about the Belgian, Clydesdale, Shire, Percheron, American Cream Draft, and the Suffolk Punch. Do you have any of these breeds? #drafthorse #drafthorsebreed Percheron, Arabian Horses, Horse Love, Draft Horse Breeds

Draft Horse Breeds

Before tractors and farm machinery, draft horses were an essential part of family farms. These large, hardworking horses pulled plows and logs in many countries, fulfilling their jobs in a quiet, steadfast manner. Although machines have mostly replaced horsepower, draft horses are still valued and admired today. Learn more about the Belgian, Clydesdale, Shire, Percheron, American Cream Draft, and the Suffolk Punch. Do you have any of these breeds? #drafthorse #drafthorsebreed

Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated

Get horse-related content from Horse Illustrated straight to your inbox every week! Subscribe online in seconds at www.HorseIllustrated.com/newsletter. #horses #horsehealth #horsecare #horseowners #horsebreeds #horsecontent #horseindustry #horsenewsletter #horseenewsletter #readabouthorses Western Horse Riding, Hoof Care, Horse Health, Eventing

Western Horse Riding

Get horse-related content from Horse Illustrated straight to your inbox every week! Subscribe online in seconds at www.HorseIllustrated.com/newsletter. #horses #horsehealth #horsecare #horseowners #horsebreeds #horsecontent #horseindustry #horsenewsletter #horseenewsletter #readabouthorses

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Horse Illustrated

Not long after the birth of America, a new horse breed was created from the Narragansett, Canadian Pacer, Standardbred, Thoroughbred, Morgan and American Saddlebred. This new horse breed had the strength and endurance to carry a rider across farms, all with a smooth gait that could last for hours. Originally called the Plantation Walking Horse, the breed was finally named the Tennessee Walking Horse after the state where it first originated. #tennesseewalkinghorse #tennesseewalker #gaitedhorse Beautiful Arabian Horses, Most Beautiful Horses, Pretty Horses, Horse Photos, Horse Pictures, Tennessee Walker Horse, American Saddlebred Horses

Beautiful Arabian Horses

Most Beautiful Horses

Tennessee Walker Horse

American Saddlebred Horses

Not long after the birth of America, a new horse breed was created from the Narragansett, Canadian Pacer, Standardbred, Thoroughbred, Morgan and American Saddlebred. This new horse breed had the strength and endurance to carry a rider across farms, all with a smooth gait that could last for hours. Originally called the Plantation Walking Horse, the breed was finally named the Tennessee Walking Horse after the state where it first originated. #tennesseewalkinghorse #tennesseewalker #gaitedhorse

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Horse Illustrated

There’s lots to love about ponies, and the British Native Pony breeds are among the most talented and beautiful in the world. These ponies have a long and fascinating history and are native to England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. They’ve found devoted fans all over the world for their beauty, intelligence, & amazing pony power. #britishnativeponies #ponies #dalespony #dartmoorpony #exmoorpony #fellpony #newforestpony #welshpony #welshcob #connemarapony #shetlandpony #highlandpony #eriskaypony All The Pretty Horses, Animals Beautiful, Palomino, Poney Welsh

All The Pretty Horses

Animals Beautiful

There’s lots to love about ponies, and the British Native Pony breeds are among the most talented and beautiful in the world. These ponies have a long and fascinating history and are native to England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. They’ve found devoted fans all over the world for their beauty, intelligence, & amazing pony power. #britishnativeponies #ponies #dalespony #dartmoorpony #exmoorpony #fellpony #newforestpony #welshpony #welshcob #connemarapony #shetlandpony #highlandpony #eriskaypony

Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated

This horse breed was Made in America. The only draft horse breed developed in the United States, the American Cream Draft is a much younger breed than its European draft horse cousins. While the Clydesdale, Percheron, Belgian and other European draft breeds were established several centuries ago, the American Cream Draft got its start in the early 1900s. Learn more about its history in this article by Audrey Pavia. #horses #horsebreed #americancreamdraft #drafthorse #draftbreed #madeinamerica Horses And Dogs, Horse Girl, Show Horses

Horses And Dogs

This horse breed was Made in America. The only draft horse breed developed in the United States, the American Cream Draft is a much younger breed than its European draft horse cousins. While the Clydesdale, Percheron, Belgian and other European draft breeds were established several centuries ago, the American Cream Draft got its start in the early 1900s. Learn more about its history in this article by Audrey Pavia. #horses #horsebreed #americancreamdraft #drafthorse #draftbreed #madeinamerica

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Horse Illustrated

Although this gaited breed is no longer required to be all-around farm horse, there’s still plenty of work for these horses. The breed is most often used as a trail horse, with 90% of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association members keeping their horses for this purpose. Competitive trail riding and endurance are popular sports for this breed. #missourifoxtrotter #gaitedhorse #gaitedhorsebreed #horses #horsebreed #missourihorse #officialhorseofmissouri #missouristatehorse Horse Training Tips, Horse Tips, Horse Stalls, Horse Barns, Horse Saddles, Western Saddles, Horse Competition

Horse Training Tips

Western Saddles

Horse Competition

Although this gaited breed is no longer required to be all-around farm horse, there’s still plenty of work for these horses. The breed is most often used as a trail horse, with 90% of the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association members keeping their horses for this purpose. Competitive trail riding and endurance are popular sports for this breed. #missourifoxtrotter #gaitedhorse #gaitedhorsebreed #horses #horsebreed #missourihorse #officialhorseofmissouri #missouristatehorse

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Horse Illustrated

When it comes to sheer numbers, no breed can match the popularity of the American Quarter Horse. With a total of more than 2.5 million individual horses in the U.S., the #QuarterHorse can easily be called the king of breeds. The back story is closely linked to the history of America. English horses used for racing by the Colonists & speedy Spanish Barbs kept by the Chickasaw Indians were bred together to produce a horse that could run a quarter-mile faster than any other. #americanquarterhorse American Quarter Horse Association, Broodmare

American Quarter Horse Association

When it comes to sheer numbers, no breed can match the popularity of the American Quarter Horse. With a total of more than 2.5 million individual horses in the U.S., the #QuarterHorse can easily be called the king of breeds. The back story is closely linked to the history of America. English horses used for racing by the Colonists & speedy Spanish Barbs kept by the Chickasaw Indians were bred together to produce a horse that could run a quarter-mile faster than any other. #americanquarterhorse

Horse Illustrated

Horse Illustrated