The Paint Horse<\/a> originated in the United States as a performance type color breed and are often bred exclusively for their spotted pattern. The pinto<\/a> genetics were thought to have come to the Americas via Iberian animals. Their flashy spotting patterns were an instant hit with both settlers and the native population alike. <\/p>\n While there are a variety of different breeds which carry pinto spotting patterns, Paint horses must be either Thoroughbred<\/a> or Quarter Horse<\/a> to register. <\/p>\n The American Paint stud only accepts animals with overo<\/a> or tobiano<\/a> patterns, though it seems Australian Paints are open to most of the pinto patterns<\/a> (they are all different genetically). <\/p>\n Average height 15 \u2013 16 hands<\/p>\n Head has a straight profile All colors<\/a>, but must possess a pinto white pattern<\/a><\/p>\n Intelligent and versatile<\/p>\n Showinh *All links open in a new window<\/small>
\n<\/p>\nOrigins<\/h3>\n
Distinctive Spots<\/h3>\n
Features<\/h3>\n
Physique<\/h3>\n
\nEyes are large large
\nNeck is muscular and well-formed
\nSloped shoulder
\nBack is short and strong
\nLegs are solid and strong<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
Use<\/h3>\n
\nStock horses
\nRiding<\/p>\nHelpful Links<\/h3>\n
\nPaint Horse Association of Australia<\/a><\/p>\nVideo<\/h3>\n