The Iceland horse is particularly popular with children because it has more the size of a pony. It is so powerful that it also carries adults with ease. The Iceland horse has two other gaits: tölt and pace.
The Mustang symbolises freedom and America’s Wild West. Mustangs were brought to America by the Spanish as domesticated horses, and became feral in America. Nowadays, the horses live in large herds.
Mustangs live in the wild all year round. They are extremely tough, resilient horses. If they’re not used to people, they tend to be cautious and reticent when they encounter them. The hoofs of Mustangs are so hard that they don’t need horseshoes.
Only Andalusians that are listed in the studbook can be designated a Pure Spanish Horse (PRE). Andalusians are almost always greys. Browns, blacks, sorrels and duns are very rare.
Morgan horses are renowned for their strength, speed, endurance and character. Morgan horses are the only horse breed that can be traced back to a single stallion.
Quarter horses are reliable animals with strong nerves.
Quarter horses, Paint horses and Appaloosas are among the most popular breeds for western riding.
All English Thoroughbreds can be traced back to three Arab stallions born between 1680 and 1724. English Thoroughbreds can even be crossed with pony breeds to make them more elegant.