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The Appaloosa Sport Horse was created in the USA with the intention of creating a European style sport horse with the bold appaloosa coloring.
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Appaloosa Horse
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Known for their flamboyant spotted patterns, the Appaloosa is a color breed. This means that they are classified based on color genetics, rather than conformation features. There are six different coat patterns found in the appy family, each one rather distinctive.
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American Warmblood Horse
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A variety of different bloodlines may be registered as American Warmblood horses. Like the warmbloods of other countries, they are required to be of sport horse or warmblood type and meet specific studbook requirements.
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American Walking Pony
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The American Walking Pony is a relatively new pony breed, developed for use as a show pony in gaited show competitions. They are capable of multiple gaits, walk, pleasure walk, merry walk, trot, canter, slow gait and the rack.
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American Thoroughbred Horse
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The first Thoroughbred horse imported to the American colonies was Bulle Rock in 1730. From that point the colonies began a grand love affair with horse racing and its robust athletes.
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American Standardbred Horse
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This is a breed that actually earns its name, trotters and pacers are required to meet speed requirements prior to registration with their respective breed associations. Also called American Trotters, the Standardbred name comes from the qualifying standard time these animals must pass to register (a mile in under 3 minutes).
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American Spotted Paso Horse
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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.
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American Sport Pony
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Sport ponies have been enjoyed for hundreds of years in Europe and it was inevitable that their stock would gradually make its way to North America.
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American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey
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This is the smallest of the donkey breeds and they are known for their incredible strength and willing attitude.
Origins
The American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys originated in southern Europe on the small islands of Sardinia and Sicily. In the 18th century they were primarily used indoors for grinding grain and as pack animals for mountain shepherds. The breed was introduced to the US in 1929 when the first imports were received by Robert Green on his stud farm in New Jersey.
“Miniature Donkeys possess the affectionate nature of a Newfoundland, the resignation of a cow, the durability of a mule, the courage of a tiger, and the intellectual capability only slightly inferior to man’s.” – Robert Green
Today these tiny animals are almost extinct in their native lands, luckily they have become popular pets in the states, where their numbers continue to grow.
Features
Under 36″ high
Physique
Compact and well proportioned
Traditional Colors
Grey dun w/chocolate highlights is most commonly found
black | sorrel | pinto | creme
Temperament
Kind and easy going
Affectionate and intelligent
Use
Mainly pets and show animals
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National Miniature Donkey Association
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American Shetland Pony
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Through selective imports and good breeding practices, the American Shetland pony has made a name for itself in North America as a smart, handsome and versatile pony.
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