American riding horse

Name: American riding horse
Origin: USA
Height: 150-160 cm
Color: red
Category: Warm-blooded

History of the American Riding Horse breed

The breed comes from the state of Kentucky, where it originated in the 19th century. Settlers crossed Canadian and Narragansett crossbreeds to breed a versatile horse. Later, Morgan, Hackney and English Thoroughbred were added. This resulted in a pleasing horse with high leg action.

Body structure of the American Riding Horse breed

The head is small, the neck muscular, set high. Shoulders and shoulder blades allow for high limb action. The chest is arched, the back straight. The tail is set high, often trimmed to be carried even higher. The limbs are long, slender, the hooves are forged with special horseshoes to increase the action. The American riding horse has a specific stance where the whole body leans forward and the hind legs stay far behind the body. The fur is mainly pure, but the colors can be white, bay, crow, palomino and swimmer.

Use of the American Riding Horse breed

The American Riding Horse is a typical show breed where its unusually high action is shown. They are also used as riding horses, for hunting and in agriculture.

Nature of the American Riding Horse breed

By nature, these horses are gentle, willing and calm. On the second tent, they are energetic and persistent.