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Origins<\/h3>\n
It is believed that breeders in Normandy created the Anglo-Arabian as early as 1750, although they weren’t closely documented. The foundation was local mares bred to Arabian stallions. By late in the 18th century the success of these breeding programs was apparent, although the breed remained small and largely undocumented. <\/p>\n
Official Start<\/h3>\n
The breed studbook was officially established through an ordinance by Louis Phillipe in 1833, under the care of the French National Stud Service. The breed grew in popularity and by the end of the 19th century, their flashy looks and extreme athleticism made them popular in a variety of disciplines. They also laid the foundation for the much-loved Selle Fran\u00e7ais<\/a> breed and later contributed to many of the German warmblood breeds. <\/p>\n It wasn’t until early in the 19th century that serious scientific breeding of the Anglo-Arabian began in earnest. Mr. de Bonneval began by breeding an Arabian stallion to two Thoroughbred mares. De Bonneval also bred in the opposite direction, using Thoroughbred stallions and Arabian mares, but interestingly found the result was not as impressive. <\/p>\n The finest examples of this breed combine the endurance and refinement of the Arabian<\/a> with speed and stature of the Thoroughbred<\/a>. Ideally, the breed displays more of an Arabian<\/a> type conformation, though they should show the finer qualities of each.<\/p>\n Average height 15.2 – 16.3 hands Chiseled and refined head, not overly dished in the profile Solid colors<\/a><\/p>\n Intelligent and high energy Show horse *All links open in a new window<\/small>Scientific Start<\/h3>\n
Features<\/h3>\n
\nSize and conformation varies because of the many crosses
\nOften taller and less refined than the average Arabian<\/a>
\nStrong and correct action
\nSpringy jumper<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
\nLong slightly arched neck
\nShort, strong body with a deep barrel
\nLegs are long and strong<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
\nBuilt for speed and endurance, a great competition horse
\nTough and always willing to go<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nEventing animal
\nRacing
\nRiding horse
\nImproving other breeds<\/p>\nHelpful Links<\/h3>\n
\nNational Association of Anglo-Arabe (ANAA)<\/a><\/p>\nMore Images<\/h3>\n
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