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Western breeds are all based on the American Quarter Horse and are all judged to the same standard of perfection and all compete in the same type of events. In principle Western Breeds fall into three different groups, based...

Breed: AppaloosaTemperament: Obedient, willing to pleaseMaintenance: MediumLifespan: 25-30 yearsCost: $1000-$8000Recommended for: Beginners to advanced riders The Appaloosa is known for its distinctive coat of spotted and colour splashed patterns.HistoryThe word Appaloosa is derived from...

Breed: Arabian HorseTemperament: spirited, intelligentCost: riding quality $900 to $2500, breeding quality $2000 to $35,000 plusLifespan: 25-27 yearsRecommended 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...