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The American Quarter Horse, or Quarter Horse, is an American breed of horse that excels at sprinting short distances. Its name is derived from its ability to outrun other horse breeds in races of 1 ⁄ 4 mi (0.40 km) or less; some have been clocked at speeds up to 44 mph (71 km/h).
What Is a Quarter Horse? Known for speed, athleticism and trainability, the American Quarter Horse is incredibly versatile. Learn how the world’s most popular horse breed came to be. This is the ideal American Quarter Horse, painted by Orren Mixer.
American Quarter Horse, one of the oldest recognized breeds of horses in the United States. The breed originated about the 1660s as a cross between native horses of Spanish origin used by the earliest colonists and English horses imported to Virginia from about 1610.
Steel Dust was an American Quarter Horse. He and his kind would achieve fame in proportions every bit as magnificent as that of the mythical Pegasus. But the story of the Quarter Horse begins long before Texans started tying their ropes hard and fast to the saddle horn. The origins of the breed can be traced to Colonial America.
AQHA announces the newest American Quarter Horse breeders who hit their 50th cumulative, 50th consecutive and 75-year anniversaries of breeding the world’s most versatile horse.
The American Quarter Horse is a hot-blooded horse breed that weighs anywhere from 950-1200 lbs. and stands anywhere from 14.3 hands to 16 hands tall. They are compact, yet well-built horses that are best suited for ranch work such as working cattle, but they can succeed in any riding discipline.
Uncover the American Quarter Horse's history, traits, champions, health issues, and vibrant coat colors. A deep dive into this iconic horse breed.
The American Quarter Horse is a breed of beauty and strength. They typically stand between 14.3 and 16 hands high, with a compact and muscular body. Their broad chest and powerful hindquarters are testament to their speed and agility.
The American Quarter Horse is one of the oldest equine breeds in the U.S. and also the world’s most popular horse breed. The American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) is the largest horse breed registry in the world, with more than 6 million registered horses.
The Quarter Horse is a warm-blooded breed of horse that originated in the United States of America. Today, this breed is used for a variety of things including racing, cattle work, jumping, barrel racing, rodeo events, and more!