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Breed: American Western Horse Breeds Temperament: Versatile, placid but can vary Lifespan: up to 30 years Recommended for: Beginners to experts Western Breeds   Western breeds are all based on the American...

Breed: Appaloosa Temperament: Obedient, willing to please Maintenance: Medium Lifespan: 25-30 years Recommended for: Beginners to advanced riders The Appaloosa is known for its distinctive coat of spotted and colour splashed patterns. History...

Arabian Horse Breed: Arabian Horse Temperament: spirited, intelligent Lifespan: 25-27 years Recommended for: experienced horsemen Arabians are said to be the oldest breed of horse in the world and are admired universally for their...

Breed: Australian Miniature PonyTemperament: calm and gentleCost: $500 - $3000Lifespan: up to 30 yearsMaintenance: highRecommended for: young beginners, miniature enthusiasts HistoryAll miniature pony breeds can be traced back to Shetland pony origins, crossed...

Breed: Australian Stock HorseTemperament: calm, intelligent and responsiveCost: $1500 - $30,000Lifespan: up to 30 years Maintenance: high by pet standardsRecommended for: general horse enthusiasts ...

Breed: Australian Stock HorseTemperament: quiet, intelligent, easy to trainCost: $2000+Lifespan: 20-30 yearsMaintenance: mediumRecommended for: anyone BackgroundHorses arrived in Australia with the First Fleet in 1788. Only the strongest and most enduring animals survived the harsh climate and difficult...

Appears relatively hardy Can be greedy; and survives well in harsh climates History: Some Russian experts say these curly horses didn't originate from the areas inhabited by the Bashkiri people of Russia's...

The Caspian is a true miniature horse, usually 10-12hh, with a slim build, small hooves and a short, fine head. Colours include grey, chestnut, bay, black, and cream, and white on the face and legs is allowed. Enthusiasts say the...

Cleveland Bay HorsesBREED: Cleveland Bay horsesTEMPERAMENT: usually placidCOST: $2000 plusLIFESPAN: 25 yearsRECOMMENDED FOR: experienced riders and coach work AppearanceCleveland Bay horses are large, handsome horses, standing...

Connemara Ponies BREED: Connemara PoniesTEMPERAMENT: Quiet, sturdyCOST: $850 plusLIFESPAN: 25 yearsRECOMMENDED FOR: Families HistoryConnemara Ponies originated in Ireland from the mountain and moorland area of Connemara, in the north western region of...