Various horse organizations point out to varied top ten horse breeds in the world.
It is indeed hard put to enumerate the top breeds.
As of October 2007, the survey results of more than 5,000 sites out of more than 6,000 sites referred to the top 18 horse breeds in the world.
Topping the list is the Arabian, with more than 900 support index and a close second is the American Quarter Horse with a support index of 911.
Below is a complete list of the Top 10 Horse Breeds.
1.
Arabian - These horses are genetically pure.
They are the very foundation of all light breeds.
They are known for their intelligence, affectionate and gentle disposition and stamina.
They are dependable and have friendly nature that is why they are a popular choice for therapeutic riding, show ring, dressage, trail rides, cutting, reigning and jumping.
2.
American Quarter Horse - This horse was first bred in Virginia and other East Coast settlements in the 17th century.
The breed may well be the oldest of all American horse breeds.
These horses worked in farms where they were taught to haul lumbar and other goods, round up cattle, used to pull carriages and more.
This breed is also known for its burst of speed in short distance or quarter mile.
3.
American Paint Horse - These horses are descendants of horses brought over by the Spanish conquistadors.
Paints are friendly, hardworking and intelligent.
It is a fitting horse for the ranch, trail riding, rodeo, and shows and as mounts for children.
4.
Miniature Horse - Miniature horses are gentle, intelligent and curious.
They are best kept as household pets.
5.
Thoroughbred - Thoroughbreds descended from the line of three Arabians imported to England in the 17th and early 18th century.
These horses are fast and are the best choice for racing and equestrian sports that call for speed.
6.
Appaloosa - This horse is the result of breeding based on Spanish stock by the Nez Perce Indians of Washington and Idaho.
Its spotted fur is its distinguishing mark.
They have a quite temperament and are good for long distances and three-day events.
7.
Morgan - The Morgan was named after its owner, Justin Morgan.
The breed is probably a combination of a Thoroughbred and a Welsh cob.
All Morgans can be traced to the three sons sired by Justin Morgan.
The breed is a working and racing horse.
It is the first American horse breed.
8.
Tennessee Walking Horse- This horse is a cross breed of Saddle reds, Morgan's, Thoroughbreds, Narragansett Pacer and Standard reds.
What makes this horse special is its inability to trot but to do a gait called a running walk.
9.
Welsh Pony and Cob -This is a horse breed that includes cobs and ponies.
This breed's distinctive characteristics are its even temperament, stamina and flowing gait.
10.
Andalusian - This breed is also known as Pure Spanish horse.
It is a war horse and a much coveted horse by nobility.
Its strong points are its compact and strong built its regal and elegant bearing and its thick mane and tail.
This breed of horses is passive yet highly sensitive and intelligent.
It is indeed hard put to enumerate the top breeds.
As of October 2007, the survey results of more than 5,000 sites out of more than 6,000 sites referred to the top 18 horse breeds in the world.
Topping the list is the Arabian, with more than 900 support index and a close second is the American Quarter Horse with a support index of 911.
Below is a complete list of the Top 10 Horse Breeds.
1.
Arabian - These horses are genetically pure.
They are the very foundation of all light breeds.
They are known for their intelligence, affectionate and gentle disposition and stamina.
They are dependable and have friendly nature that is why they are a popular choice for therapeutic riding, show ring, dressage, trail rides, cutting, reigning and jumping.
2.
American Quarter Horse - This horse was first bred in Virginia and other East Coast settlements in the 17th century.
The breed may well be the oldest of all American horse breeds.
These horses worked in farms where they were taught to haul lumbar and other goods, round up cattle, used to pull carriages and more.
This breed is also known for its burst of speed in short distance or quarter mile.
3.
American Paint Horse - These horses are descendants of horses brought over by the Spanish conquistadors.
Paints are friendly, hardworking and intelligent.
It is a fitting horse for the ranch, trail riding, rodeo, and shows and as mounts for children.
4.
Miniature Horse - Miniature horses are gentle, intelligent and curious.
They are best kept as household pets.
5.
Thoroughbred - Thoroughbreds descended from the line of three Arabians imported to England in the 17th and early 18th century.
These horses are fast and are the best choice for racing and equestrian sports that call for speed.
6.
Appaloosa - This horse is the result of breeding based on Spanish stock by the Nez Perce Indians of Washington and Idaho.
Its spotted fur is its distinguishing mark.
They have a quite temperament and are good for long distances and three-day events.
7.
Morgan - The Morgan was named after its owner, Justin Morgan.
The breed is probably a combination of a Thoroughbred and a Welsh cob.
All Morgans can be traced to the three sons sired by Justin Morgan.
The breed is a working and racing horse.
It is the first American horse breed.
8.
Tennessee Walking Horse- This horse is a cross breed of Saddle reds, Morgan's, Thoroughbreds, Narragansett Pacer and Standard reds.
What makes this horse special is its inability to trot but to do a gait called a running walk.
9.
Welsh Pony and Cob -This is a horse breed that includes cobs and ponies.
This breed's distinctive characteristics are its even temperament, stamina and flowing gait.
10.
Andalusian - This breed is also known as Pure Spanish horse.
It is a war horse and a much coveted horse by nobility.
Its strong points are its compact and strong built its regal and elegant bearing and its thick mane and tail.
This breed of horses is passive yet highly sensitive and intelligent.