Intro
The main objective for breeders of the American Spotted Paso horse is combining the smooth gaits of the Peruvian Paso with the colorful coat patterns of the pinto.
Origins
The breed originated with a pure black Paruvian Paso stallion named Janchovilla who was bred to pinto mares. Of the resulting foals, about 3/4 of them were spotted and all of them carried the lively Paso gaits.
There are two different registries for this breed, each one accommodating animals with different degrees of Paso blood. To register with either of the registries the animal must have one purebred Paruvian Paso parent and exhibit the lateral Paso gait. The goal of breeding is generally to preserve Paso bloodlines, with enough outside blood to produce pinto patterns.
Features
Move with a four-beat lateral gait
Physique
Head is small with a slightly convex profile
Neck is medium in length, upright and arched
Chest is medium wide
Back length varies
Legs are straight and slender
Hooves are small
Traditional Colors
Must possess an obvious pinto pattern.
Temperament
Kind and willing
Use
General riding
Trail horse
Endurance horse
Show horse
Therapy horse
Helpful Links
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American Spotted Paso Registry
American Spotted Paso Registry