Arabian Horses
Posted by GuestW on Feb 25, 2010 in Pets • No commentsThe Arabian horse is an animal which has lived on the Arabian Peninsula for well over 2000 years.
Arabian horses were bred for their many desirable qualities including endurance, beauty and strength. Studies have show that Arabian horses are amongst the oldest breeds discovered in the world.
The Bedouin people are thought to be the first to train the Arabian horse. Bedouin people took the ancestry of these breeds very seriously and could back date the lineages of the horses they owned. This is why it was crucial during these times to depend on a strong, reliable horse. It also had to be able to inhabit the desert environment. Regional battles were going on between the Bedouin tribes, so horses were used to take them to war.
The Bedouins soon acheived status for breeding some of the most beautiful arab horses ever seen. Many people would trade horses with them, and they would get together and share the lineages of the horses which were traded. Arabian horses come in a variety of different variations or strains. They are similar in appearance and share ancestry. Dahman, Hadban, Kuhaylan are some examples.
Arabian horses are said to be one of, if not the most recognised breeds in the world. Large expressive eyes and a comparatively small muzzle can be found on a wedge shaped head. Possibly the most prized Arabs are the ones with concave noses. An Arabian horse should have an arched neckline, with lean muscular legs. Their coat should be shiny, and can be likened to silk. Consequently, Arabian breeds are not often viewed at top end competitions due to their inadequate bascule in comparison to other breeds.
Most Arabian horses have a coat which is grey or brown, and some horses also have black coats. Arabs with black coats were at one point a rarity as it was thought their dark coats would absorb the heat, making it dangerous for both rider and horse. Arabian genes are so pure, they are commonly used in enhancing other breeds characteristics. Arabian horses have a good temperament, and this also makes them attractive to breeders.
Professional horse competitions have used Arabian horses for a great deal of time, and there are even competitions each year between Arabian horses and there owners.
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