AMERICAN QUARTER HORSE

Bred to race over a quarter-mile, it is now the most popular breed in the USA. It can be traced back to horses taken to America by the Spanish Conquistadores.

While Quarter horse racing still has an enthusiastic following, and the horse excels in practical ranch work, it is now more widely used for leisure - in Western-style competitions and trail riding.

Origin: USA.
Colour: Any solid colour.
Height: 14.3 hands  - 15.3 hands.
Conformation: Short, wide head, deep chest and compact body, powerful hindquarters.
Character: Intelligent, sensible, nimble.
Uses: Racing, cattle work, riding.

AQHA UK Ltd
7 Whitehall Way
Sellindge
Ashford
Kent
TN25 6ET
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