Spotlight: Western Riding Horses Part 1

Spotlight: Western Riding Horses Part 1 Lacy Hawkins

American Quarter Horse Officially recognized as a breed in the mid-1800s, the American Quarter Horse is the horse that built the nation. These horses are strong, sturdy, and smart. From their start, this breed was used for farm work and transportation. You can find American Quarter Horses in a wide variety of colors.

Appaloosa Appaloosas may be best known as the spotted horse, due to many within this breed having a spotted coat. There are no completely solid Appaloosas, unless it can be confirmed that both parents were Appaloosa. The personality of an Appaloosa has been described as “fierce”, which is one reason they were used as war horses. Riders with experience may enjoy riding an Appaloosa, although their independent nature may be difficult for inexperienced riders to handle.

Tennessee Walking Horse The Tennessee Walking Horse gets part of its name from its unusual gait. Unlike other horses, this breed keeps three of its four hooves on the ground at all times. The Tennessee Walking Horse was initially bred to be an easier ride for farmers who had to ride over uneven ground.

You can expect to see these horses in an array of colors.

Thank you!

Visit LacyHawkins.net for more!