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Americana #8 The Quarter Horse

By Karen Kruschka

Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Executives

August 15, 2012 08:01 AM

The American colonists began importing English thoroughbred horses early in the 18th century. They were bred to race on long, smooth racetracks and not able to adapt to the short, rough colonial tracks. The colonials cross bred them with Native American Indian horses which had been developed from Iberian and Arabian stock.

As you can see in the photo below they are stockier, have shorter legs and are not as many hands as thoroughbreds - they were able to run short distances faster and were ideal on cattle and sheep ranches as the country moved westward because of their ability to make quick, sharp turns and maneuvers.

Today, they are a popular rodeo horse and are seen at both Western or English horse shows

American Quarter Horse

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Karen Kruschka

RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA

- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

Kwee There are many breeds

Aug 15, 2012 09:57 PM

Karen We are on the same page on that one

Aug 15, 2012 09:58 PM

William I don't understand - they are an American horse. You don't need to go to Europe to buy one

Aug 15, 2012 10:01 PM

Joni Since I spent a lot of my youth on the farm I have a differenytviewpoint

Aug 15, 2012 10:04 PM

Sharon & Bruce Walter

Keller Williams Realty Lafayette, IN - Lafayette, IN

West Lafayette homes for sale

Karen, they are magnificant animals and I find their power and speed intimidating on the few occasions I have ridden horses. I am sure they had some fun at my expensive as they could detect my fear and unease when attempting to ride them.

Aug 15, 2012 10:40 PM

Bruce For sure - horses sense who is in control

Aug 16, 2012 02:24 AM

Tony & Darcy Cannon

Aubrey and Associates Realty - Layton, UT

The C Team

Karen, Nice post on the Quarter Horse! Very interesting, at least to me it is! Have a great night!

Aug 16, 2012 08:08 AM

Tony I suspect you jave a few of them in Utah :)

Aug 16, 2012 08:48 AM

John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Karen, a very interesting post my friend. Indeed the Quarter Horse is a beautiful animal.

Aug 16, 2012 10:11 AM

Jennifer Fivelsdal

JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY

Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Karen what a great photo and I certainly appreciate the information you share on a variety of subjjects.

Aug 16, 2012 03:25 PM

Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR

Berkshire Hathaway California Realty - Beaumont, CA

(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Karen,

I think horses are magnificent and their coats are so shiny. I love their personalities and the way they tap their feet and snort at times. I am not a great rider but I love to watch them run. Thanks for sharing.

Aug 16, 2012 04:33 PM

John Mayer

Oikos Realty, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach Florida - Cocoa Beach, FL

Your Beach Area Expert

Hi Karen - I love watching quarter horses making those tight turns. Great photo!

Aug 17, 2012 03:59 AM

John Without a doubt

Aug 17, 2012 04:00 AM

Jennifer We enjoy doing it

Aug 17, 2012 04:01 AM

Kristin I agree with you on all points

Aug 17, 2012 04:03 AM

John Their turn capability is impressive

Aug 17, 2012 04:04 AM

Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®

Lewisburg, WV

Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Karen, I love horses. They are beautiful and elegant in my opinion....I love to watch them..one of God's great wonders.

Aug 17, 2012 12:38 PM

Rebecca They are indeed one of Hiswonders

Aug 17, 2012 11:53 PM

Steve Hoffacker

Steve Hoffacker LLC - West Palm Beach, FL

Certified Aging In Place Specialist-Instructor

Karen,

Thanks for the great insight into the breed. Great info. :)

Steve

Aug 19, 2012 04:02 AM

Steve I learned also

Aug 19, 2012 04:08 AM

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