Rare Breeds Survival Trust

…of the native breeds are in danger of disappearing altogether. For example, there are now only three breeding groups of Exmoor ponies on the moor. And while breeding efforts are…

Rare Horse Breeds

…promote the breed. Breed description: The Bashkir Curly has a short body coat that feels like crushed velvet. Over the body coat, he grows a thick, curly winter coat that…

Spanish Horse Breeds

…the modern Peruvian Horse. For centuries, protective breeders maintained a closed population within Peru, guarding the breed from dilution by discouraging outcrossing with other equine breeds. Only within the past…

Chat Transcript – Ann Myers

EquiStaff – Welcome to our chat with Quarter Horse breeder, Ann Myers. Myers will discuss current breeding trends, breeding standards, and stallion promotion. Based in Ashland, Ohio, Myers bred Zips…

Breed Profile: Appaloosa

…coloring. Other spotted breeds include the Knabstruber, the Pony of the Americas and the Colorado Ranger Horse. Breed profiles for these breeds will be added as time permits. Uses In…

5 Gaited Crossbreeds

…usually the result of a breeder’s curiosity: “What if I crossed this fine breed with that one?” The smartest, most willing, and most athletic equine results of such breedings endure,…

Prepare Your Mare for Breeding

breeding farm wants a uterine culture done to confirm that your mare has no infections, your vet may return closer to breeding time, when your mare starts cycling again, to…

Racing History Highlights – Oct. 24-Nov. 6

…Bayakoa (ARG) became the second horse to win two consecutive Breeders’ Cup Championship races. Both of her victories came in the Breeders’ Cup Distaff. Oct. 27, 2001: Tiznow, 2000 Breeders’…

Breed Associations M – R

…and National Awards Programs. American Morgan Horse Association This breed association Web site is full of information about this lovely, versatile breed. Learn about the characteristics of the breed and…