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Through selective imports & good breeding practices, the American Shetland pony has made a name for itself in North America as a smart, handsome, versatile pony.
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American Saddlebred Horse
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Also known as the Kentucky Saddler, this breed was developed in Kentucky as a stylish utility horse for plantation owners of the south. Their easy gait made hours in the saddle easier & their mild temperament made them easy to manage.
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American Quarter Horse
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Perhaps most well known for their association with Cowboys of the wild west (although the breed began on the Eastern Seaboard) the Quarter horse is a symbol of American horsemanship & the oldest North American breed.
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American Mustang Horse
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The American mustang is said to symbolize the freedom of the wild west of the Americas. The word mustang comes from the Spanish word, mestena which is roughly translated as a group of wild horses.
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American Miniature Horse
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Miniature horses in America come from English & Dutch mine ponies that were imported to the Americas in the 19th century. The small breeds imported were robust & perfect for use in coal mines of the Appalachian mountains.
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American Indian Horse
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Also known as Cow Pony, Buffalo horse, Mustang, Indian pony, Cayuse & Spanish pony, the American Indian horse’s descendants were brought to the Americas by Spanish conquistadors. Many of the animals that were left behind became the feral horses of the US today, while others were adopted & bred by various indigenous tribes.
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American Drum Horse
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The drum horse is a heavy riding horse which has proven to be a versatile, athletic & agreeable mount. They are a relatively new breed to the US, but they have a long & rather distinguished history.
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American Bashkir Horse
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American Bashkir horses are the only breed found to be hypoallergenic, those allergic to horse dander do not have a reaction to these animals.
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Akhal-Teke Horse
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Known for their greyhound-like appearance & coats that often gleam with a metallic shimmer, the Akhal-Teke horse is one of the easiest breeds to recognize by sight. They are quite simply built for speed & stamina in hot weather.
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Aegidienberger Horse
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The Aegidienberger is a relatively recent cross, one that utilizes elegant Peruvian Paso and the pure blood of hardy Icelandic horses. The aim was to create a larger gaited animal that is well suited to the colder climates of Germany.
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