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Thursday, August 6, 2009

Horse Isle Breed: Ardennais



"Originating in the region of France and Belgium, the Ardennais is the oldest known draft breed, believed to be over 2000 years old.  A docile and hard working breed, it is most frequently used for agricultural work.  Back in the 19th century, Napoleon used the breed to haul artillery into Russia.  Arabian blood was added at that time to increase endurance.  Later, Brabant and Belgian blood was added, increasing the strength and size even more.  The Ardennais is heavily boned and well muscled yet agile for its size, making it an ideal breed for work on rough terrain and hilly land.  This breed ranges from 14.3 to 16 hh and is only found on lava."

Possible colors: bay, grey, roan, chestnut, palomino
You could probably find this horse on Lava Isle.

Horse Isle Breed: Arabian



"The Arabian's origin is in the Arabian peninsula thousands of years ago and has influenced many other breeds.  It was a very important horse to the nomadic Bedouin people of the Middle East desert.  They often sheltered the horse inside the family tent.  This close human contact gave the Arab a willingness to please.  Its finely chiseled head makes it easily recognizable along with its high tail carriage.  This beautiful, spirited breed is considered to be very intelligent and fast with incredibly high endurance.  It is also able to withstand harsh conditions because of its origins in the desert.  The Arabian ranges from 14-15hh."

Possible colors: bay, chestnut, black, grey
You could probably find this horse on Desert Isle.

Horse Isle Breed: Appaloosa



"The Appaloosa was originally bred by the Nez Perce Indian tribe in Northwest United States.  They selectively bred for endurance, speed and strength.  It is believed the Nez Perce were the only tribe to selectively breed horses.  The Appaloosa has striped hooves and is known for its distinctive, spotted look. This breed ranges from 14-15.3hh."

Possible colors: black, brown, bay, white, grey, roan, chestnut
You could probably find this horse on most isles.

Horse Isle Breed: Andalusian



"The Andalusian is an elegant, Spanish breed and is considered to be one of the purest in the world.  It is visually stunning to watch with its well arched neck and graceful, high-stepping action.  Often used by royalty in Europe, the Andalusian is considered a proud and docile breed.  It has been used for many activities though its superb balance lends it to dressage and show jumping along with cattle work.  The Andalusian ranges from 15-16hh."

Possible colors: Black, brown, bay, white, grey
You could probably find this horse on most isles.

Horse Isle Breed: American Saddlebred



"Originating in Kentucky in the United States, the Saddlebred is a highly intelligent breed that is very people oriented.  All are born with three gaits, the walk, trot and canter, but most can be easily trained to do two others: the slow-gait and rack.  They carry themselves with elegance and do well at dressage and jumping.  The Saddlebred ranges from 15-16hh."

Possible colors: Black, brown, bay, grey, pinto, roan, chestnut, palomino
You could probably find this horse on Horse Isle.

Horse Isle Breed: American Paint



"The American Paint is a versatile and athletic breed.  Originating from the Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred, the Paint was believed to possess magical abilities by the Native Americans because of their coloring.  The Paint is a great ranch horse and is great for cattle driving and barrel racing.  This breed ranges from 14-16hh."

Possible colors: Palomino, black, brown, bay, chestnut
You could probably find this horse on Horse Isle.

Horse Isle Breed: American Mustang



"The Mustang is the wild horse of the North American west left by the Spanish in the late 1600's.  The Native Americans began using the horse as their main mode of transportation and would often steal the horses from the Spaniards.  At one point there were around 2 million wild horses.  The breed is very hardy and clever which helps them adapt well to their environment.  They come in a variety of colors and though the average height is around 14 hands, they can range from 13 to 16 hands high."

Possible colors: Pinto, dun, cremello, bay, grey, black, brown, chestnut, palomino, roan
You could probably find this horse on Hare Isle.