our networks
discovery channelthe learning channelthe science channeldiscovery health
site search
shop now
animal planet
 
Horse Breed Directory
Horse Breed Directory
send to a friend
printer friendly version
saddlebred
American Saddlebred
American Saddlebred
small text
large text

The American Saddlebred was developed in Kentucky in the 19th Century by plantation owners who desired a horse which was both comfortable to ride and of superior looks. Its origins go back to the importation of the Old English Ambler (now extinct) and the English Thoroughbred. The American Saddlebred Horse Association Inc was formed in 1891 and was the first horse breed registry in the USA.

 

 

Horse Strengths
Competition
  check 
Jumping
  
Rodeo
 check 
Dressage
Racing
  check
Showing
 
Driving
  
Ranch
  
Trail Riding
 check 
Endurance
 check
Riding
  
 

Horse Facts
Origin
The American Saddlebred was developed in Kentucky, USA, in the 19th Century by plantation owners. Its origins go back to the importation of English stock - the English Thoroughbred.
Characteristics
Narrow refined head with large honest eyes, long upright neck, deeply sloping athletic shoulders, good deep barrel, strong hindquarters with level croup, long refined legs. Tail and neck are carried high, with good natural poll flexion. High stepping motion off powerful springy hocks
Height
15 to 16.2 hands
Colors
Chestnut in all its shades predominates, with browns, blacks and bays available and also there are Saddlebreds that have been especially bred for the palomino and pinto colours. Greys also occur. 
Personality
Alert, intelligent, eager and gentle

Related Links

(Note: You will be leaving AnimalPlanet.com)
Share your opinions of this breed.
Browse more pictures of this breed.
Chat with other horse enthusiasts!

Pictures: DCI |
Contributors: DCI | ©2005 PetPeoplesPlace. All rights reserved.

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTERS

Discovery Channel | TLC | Animal Planet | Discovery Health | Science Channel | Planet Green
Discovery Kids | Military Channel | Discovery News | Investigation Discovery | HD Theater | Turbo | FitTV

HowStuffWorks | TreeHugger | Petfinder | PetVideo | Discovery Education

Visit the Discovery Store: Toys & Games | Telescopes | DVD Sets | Planet Earth DVD | Gift Ideas

By visiting this site, you agree to the terms and conditions
of our Visitor Agreement. Please read. Privacy Policy.
ATTENTION! We recently updated our privacy policy. The changes are effective as of September 10, 2008.
To see the new policy, click here. Questions? See the policy for the contact information.

Copyright © 2012 Discovery Communications, LLC.

The leading global real-world media and entertainment company.

  
Advertisement

Sponsored Links
newsletter