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1) Morgan Horse
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The Morgan Horse is a true American horse. All Morgan Horses trace their ancestry to Justin Morgan, a Morgan born in the United States just six years after the American Revolutionary War was over. Known for their strength and endurance, Morgan Horses were used to carry riders for the Pony Express and as cavalry mounts for both sides in the Civil War. There's a lot more to learn about the Morgan Horse. Open this book and read all about one of America's...
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The Quarter Horse is a fast horse that got its name in the 17th Century by running races over courses that were just a quarter mile long. Later, the Quarter Horse took on a new role as a stock horse, helping ranchers settle the Western sections of the United States. Its ability to anticipate the movements of a cow made the Quarter Horse a natural at herding cattle. There's much more information about the Quarter Horse inside this book. Open it and...
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The Tennessee Walking Horse breed was first created for plantation and farm work. But its unique style of walking-called the running gait-also makes the Tennessee Walker a good horse to ride for pleasure outings. This gentle horse also performs in horse shows. There's a lot more information about the Tennessee Walking Horse inside this book. Open it and learn all about the horse that is well-known for its unique style of walking.
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Miniature Horses are often mistaken for ponies, but they are full grown horses. Standing no taller than 34 inches (86 cm) tall, the Miniature Horse resembles a large dog! Its small size and easygoing nature make this horse a popular choice for both pet and service animal. There's much more information about Miniature Horses inside this book. Open it to learn all about "the Mini toy horse."
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The Arabian Horse, bred in the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula, is one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. With its high tail, silky mane, and solid coat color, the Arabian Horse is also the most beautiful. There are more interesting facts about the Arabian Horse inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse that is famous for its "floating trot."
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Like the Native American tribe that first used this breed, the Appaloosa is a part of American History. Its spotted coat and thin tail and mane give the Appaloosa a look of its own and also protect it from prey and other dangers. There's more interesting information about the Appaloosa inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse that was named after the Palouse River in Oregon.
7) Thoroughbred
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The Thoroughbred is best known for its performance on the racetrack. Thoroughbreds begin racing when they are two years old. The Thoroughbred's large, deep chest and muscular hindquarters make it fast and powerful. There's more interesting information about the Thoroughbred inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse called "the fastest horse in the world."
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With its colorful coat patterns and markings, the American Paint Horse stands apart from other American horse breeds. Once worshipped by Native Americans for having magical powers, Paints are now used for both ranch work and entertainment. There's more interesting information about the American Paint Horse inside this book. Open it and get to know the horse with "the broken colored coat."
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