American Quarter Horse

American Quarter Horse was one of the many horse breeds listed on Bellapedia.

Fun Facts

 * 14. 1-16 Hands
 * Solidly colored with chestnut* being the most common
 * Very strong and flexible
 * Docile, smart, and have a good sense of humor
 * Good for a variety of activities including competition, endurance, jumping, racing and working

Distinguishing Features

 * They are bred in 3 types: Racing Quarter Horse, Show/Halter Quarter Horse, and Stock-type Quarter Horse.
 * Some historians believe it is the oldest horse breed in the United States.
 * The Quarter horse earned its name for its ability to sprint at great speed** for one quarter mile.
 * It is the largest breed registry with 3.2 Millsion registered around the world.
 * The Quarter Horse is one of the fastest horse breeds in the world.

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