The National Show Horse was the brainchild of Gene LaCroix who combined the hardiness and refinement of Arabians<\/a> with the flashy action and electric attitude of American Saddlebreds<\/a>. Almost any cross with Arabians tends to be successful, however this cross produces an incredibly handsome animal. The National Show Horse Registry was formed in 1981 (also by LaCroix) and it’s popularity quickly grew. In 1982 LaCroix allowed a period of open registration for crosses and thus formed the fountain for the National Show Horse today. This was only for a short period however, today there is a very specific type. <\/p>\n Average height 15 – 16 hands<\/p>\n Head is small and refined with a straight or slightly concave profile All colors<\/a><\/p>\n Intelligent and easy to work with Show horse * all links open in a new window<\/small>
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Features<\/h3>\n
Physique<\/h3>\n
\nNeck is long, shapely and set high
\nBack is short with a level top line
\nLegs are correct<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
\nSpirited and proud<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nDriving
\nRiding horse<\/p>\nHelpful Links<\/h3>\n
\nNational Show Horse Registry<\/a><\/p>\nVideo<\/h3>\n