Posted by Charlotte Knight on Sunday, June 3, 2012,
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Country of Origin: North AmericaUse today: Horses are exhibited in driving, English—most notably saddleseat—and western classes.Color: All colors are found, including pinto.Height: 15 to 17 hands.Profile: The American Saddlebred originated from Galloway and Hobbie horses imported from Britain during the early part of America’s history. These two breeds were crossed to create the Narragansett Pacer, which was crossed to the Thoroughbred in the 1700s to produce the elegant “American Hor... |
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Posted by Charlotte Knight on Saturday, June 2, 2012,
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Country of Origin: North AmericaUse today: Horses are exhibited in driving, English—most notably saddleseat—and western classes.Color: All colors are found, including pinto.Height: 15 to 17 hands Profile: The American Saddlebred originated from Galloway and Hobbie horses imported from Britain during the early part of America’s history. These two breeds were crossed to create the Narragansett Pacer, which was crossed to the Thoroughbred in the 1700s to produce the elegant “American Hor... Continue reading ...