Arabian Horse - Not the biggest, but certainly the most elegant

Originating from the Arabian Peninsula, the Arabian horse is a lean and compact horse breed, measuring between 14 and 15 hands. With their delicate heads, narrow muzzles and expressive wide-set eyes the Arabian horse's distinctive features make it easily identifiable from other breeds of horse. Other common characteristics of the Arabian horse are its long, sleek neck, it's large nostrils and high-set tail. The Arabian horse is also different in bone structure from all other breeds, having 17 ribs instead of the usual 18 and having 16 tail vertebra as opposed to the standard 18.

Originating from the deserts of Asia, the Arabian horse has, through the ages, been used both in battle, trade and in more recent times for racing and various other equine activities such as endurance riding. The late Dirty Dancing star Patrick Swayze and his wife owned Arabian horses for many years, and the Arabian Horse Foundation (AHF) has set up a horse riding scholarship in his honour.

The Arabian horse is most commonly chestnut, white, black or grey in colouring. They are seen as highly adaptable as they excel in various areas including endurance, competing at a high level; this is due to their stamina and agility. This supreme physique and ambient nature stems from the desert climate in which they were descended. The history of the Arabian horse stems back further than most other breeds and it is for this reason that the Arabian horse has been so acutely bred to be extremely agile, tough and striking in appearance. The Arabian horse is said to hold a close bond with humans which has allowed such a breed to become obedient, quick learners.

Arabian horses are globally one of the most popular breeds; they were first imported into Great Britain in the late 19th century and can be found worldwide inclusive of the Americas and Australia. Most other breeds of horse can be traced back to the Arabian, with its distinctive features being prevalent in several modern breeds. 

Arabians were first bred to travel long distances in desert conditions. They are elegant yet resilient, affectionate, and bond well with humans, also making them a popular choice for instructional programs as well as therapeutic riding. For a quote click here and feel good >> Arabian Horse Insurance Quote