The names for this breed has changed many times over the years until 1940 when a registry was formed to preserve the breed which officially became the American Quarter Horse Association.

In the year 1674 in Enrico County, Virginia the first American Quarter Horse Race was held. They were one-on-one match races down village streets, county lanes and level pastures. Many disagreements and fights were generated from heavy betting of large purse races by 1690.

The American Quarter Horse, due to their calm disposition and quick response time, the horse became known for its "cow sense", being able to outmaneuver cattle. During the 1800's as many pioneer folk moved westward, so did the American Quarter Horse.

An abundant amount of cattle ranches stretched across the plains. Making this breed well suited for the cattle ranchers.

In today's world, the American Quarter Horse still remains a great sprinter known for their heavy muscling, but they have exceeded way past the cattle horse. These amazing horses compete in almost every discipline available, from rodeo events, such as barrel racing and calf roping to English disciplines such as dressage and show jumping. The make a nice little children's hunter as well, with the ability to jump a wide range of heights. They are one of the most versatile breeds in the world.

Many pleasure riders still look to the American Quarter horse for recreational riding, as they make a nice pleasure horse as well.

Breeders, since the creation of the breed over fifty years ago, have diligently been trying to perfect the bloodlines to produce a high quality versatile animal.. Strict guidelines have been set by the American Quarter Horse Association regarding registration of the American Quarter Horses. Some of these guidelines include:
1. Limited white markings on the face and below the knee
2. Only thirteen accepted colors recognized by the AQHA. These are sorrel (reddish brown), bay, black, brown, buckskin, chestnut, dun, red dun, gray, grullo, palomino, red roan and blue roan. The official gray color is what most people call white, but there are no "white" American Quarter Horses.
3. A quarter horse foal must be the product of a numbered American Quarter Horse dam and a numbered American Quarter Horse sire.

There is an appendiz registry for foals with one numbered American Quarter Horse parent and one Throughbred parent registered with The Jockey Club.

Some other notable characteristics of the American Quarter Horse is their speed, versatility, gentle nature, heavy muscling and keen cow sense.

If you own an American Quarter Horse, no matter what discipline you choose to ride, your horse will excel. This breed is one of the most enjoyable horse breeds around today and one of the most popular.
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Horse Rescue of North Scottsdale, AZ was created to meet this need. They are a non-kill, non-profit animal rescue and they will provide a safe home for horses, mules and donkeys. If needed, they also provide medical and Farrier care on a case-by-case basis. All breeds are welcome from thoroughbreds to ex-police horses to miniatures. The mission of Horse Rescue is to rescue, rehabilitate and place horses, mules and donkeys into knowledgeable, loving homes able to give them the food, medical care and attention they need to be healthy happy companions.

Numerous artists and other individuals have donated their time and talents to realize organization being active online as well as off. Kurt Clark Inc, a leading web presence provider has donated the web design and site maintenance services to give this Rescue the online presence and recognition it deserves so it can reach more individuals dedicated to the ethical treatment of horses, not only in Arizona, but the entire world. The Horse Rescue of North Scottsdale will continue to rescue and find good homes for horses, mules and donkeys. As food and medical care is an on-going need, they welcome all support from interested individuals in the form of items and funds donated.The Horse Rescue of North Scottsdale was created to rescue and rehabilitate horses that have been abused and neglected or are simply no longer wanted by their owners. They are a non-kill shelter and house all horses until a loving and knowledgeable home is found for them.

To see how you can help support this worthy cause, please visit their website at: http://www.rescueahorse.com, they will appreciate it more than you can imagine.For more Information:Holly MarinoThe Horse Rescue of North Scottsdale6631 E Montgomery Rd.Cave Creek, AZ. 85331(602) 689-8825http://www.rescueahorse.comKurt ClarkKurt Clark, Inc.906 16th Street, Suite 4BBedford, In. 47421(812) 275-4274http://www.kurtclarkinc.com.

Julie Krone, Triple Crown Winning Jockey, says "The CD is most enjoyable. I put "Horse Dreams" on my i-Pod."And horse enthusiast, movie star and legend Kim Novak personally sings Paul's praises: "Thank you, William, for sharing your special talent in communicating in a language that all creatures can understand and appreciate."Just a few of the great reviews:Bill Binkelman (Wind and Wire): "You don't need to be a horse lover to appreciate the care and quality that Paul brings to the recording. I recommend the album." Chris Spector (Midwest Record Recap): "Mixing his passion with his calling, William Paul creates a well woven soundscape that horse lovers will have an intuitive feel for and take to heart. The music is so rich with emotion and texture." Peter Dolan (CDReviews): "William Paul has more than just a profound love for this noble animal, but also a deep respect, a feeling of reverential spiritualism - an equating of the equine spirit with the highest of virtues. These powerful feelings manifest themselves in the tracks on the CD." Skip Whitson (The Sun News/New Mexico): "I found it to be relaxing, soothing and highly evocative.

I was intrigued by the 'horse feel.' I'm quite impressed with William Paul's skill with composition." Dick Metcalf (Improvijazzation): "William's music will inspire your imagination. He clearly loves communicating his feelings/dreams through music, and you will be transported, I can assure you. I give this one a "highly recommended" for anyone who likes to hear enchantment come alive."J-Sin (Smother.net): "William Paul has employed luxurious synths that coat with a topping of sugar all of the songs giving them a dainty but strong reserved feel perfectly suited as a tribute to the horse. Interesting and certainly a unique idea for an album." Blase' DeStefeno (Outsmart Magazine): " The compositions might remind the listener of Windham Hill-style offerings, with motifs occasionally reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil themes." Elias Granillo (Sea of Tranquility): "A union of the breadth of Vangelis, the solemnity of Kitaro, and the artifice of Yanni. If this is your cup of mirth, it will sprint not by yards, but miles." Contact Information:Media RelationsDelvian RecordsPhone: 925-256-1770Fax: 925-256-1774http://www.delvianrecords.com.

The only exception is individuals of other breeding that are deemed to be able to improve the bloodline of the current breed. This is shown through performance records and the success of offspring in competition. The recent opening of the Trakhener studbook is due to a loss in type of modern Trakheners. There are various types of Warmbloods:

The Hanoverian

The Hanoverian's originate from Germany. There primary use is for dressage and show jumping.

These horses are mildly temperamental, with more of a calmness in nature than many horse breeds. The most common coloring in the Hanoverian are Chestnut, Bay and Grey.

The Hanoverian Horse is a well built, well put together horse with much success in the disciplines of dressage and show jumping. This breed tends to be very versatile.

The Holsteiner

The Holsteiner originates from Germany, usually reaching 16 to 17 hands. These horses are mildly temperamental and are used for show jumping, dressage and reining.

They tend to usually be bay in color, but mostly any solid coloring. Most Hosteiners have a defined canter that tends to be very expressive, but lacks an impressiveness at the trot. They are typically well known as excellent jumpers but have made their imprint on the dressage community.

Dutch Warmblood

The Dutch Warmblood's originate from Holland and are very easy going, typically calm in nature. These good tempered horses are built well running around 16 to 17 hands. They are known to excel at whatever discipline they are trained by.

Friesian

The Friesians originate from Holland and Germany with the studbook now kept in Germany, the FPZ. They are mildly temperamental growing to a huge size of 17 hands. They are primarily used for Dressage and reining but are sometimes seen on the show jumping circuit. These horses are also used for trick training, being widely versatile and very easily trainable. There are distinct characteristics of the Friesians.

Baroque, which is mainly upright, with higher action and more feathering with a heavier mane and tail. Traditional, which is heavier and more drafty usually used for driving, and Sport Horse, which is used for all types of riding and driving. These horses are amazing. Very versatile with a very calm temperament for such an enormous horse.

Swedish Warmblood

The Swedish Warmbloods originate from Sweden, obviously. They will grow to be 16 to 17 hands.

The are used for show jumping, dressage and reining. There coloring is all solid, predominantly Chestnut. The Swedish Warmbloods are one of the youngest warmblood breeds , so true "type" is not quite defined. Mainly having solid movements, with the conformation and their temperament being highly variable.

Trakhener

The Trakheners originate from Poland and East Prissuia.

They tend to be a little more temperamental than a lot of other warmbloods. They are used for dressage, jumping and eventing. Coloring is mainly solid with defined characteristics of nice movements with good push from behind. They tend to be a bit stubborn and even difficult at times. Although there are some very lovely Trakheners.

This breed possess a strong competitive drive owing perhaps to the large amount of Thoroughbred blood most carry. This is the only studbook still "open" in an attempt to further refine and define the Trakhener breed.

Oldenburg

The Oldenburgs originate from Germany. They grown to the large size of 16 to 17 hands. These horses are very calm and loveable. There coloring is solid but any color.

They are primarily used for dressage and jumping. They were the first studbook with an American Division. Interestingly enough, all American Warmbloods approved by the ISR are registered as Oldenburgs, regardless of their actual parentage.

Andalusians

The Andalusians originate from Spain. They are smaller in height, ranging from 14.3 to 16 hands. They are used for dressage, bullfighting, parades and trick training.

They come in solid colors, including mulberry. Bay and grey are the most common. Black and Dun are the least common. Andalusians are classically styled Baroque horses. They have thick manes and tails and tend to have high , lofty actions for their size.

The Spanish Olympic Team was comprised entirely of Andalusians for the 2000 Games.


Horses are an amazing animal, no matter what the breed or bloodlines. They love their owners and one forms an attachment to their horse like no other. I couldn't imagine my life without my horse.
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Mistake #3: "Forgetting To Hook The Trailer To The Truck" Don't forget to hitch the trailer to the truck before getting a horse to go in the trailer. If a horse steps into a trailer that moves around unforgivably, you will have a harder time getting that horse in later. He'll remember it - especially if this is the horse's first time. Mistake #4: "The Classic Tug Of War" Here's the scene. Man (or woman) pulls lead rope to desperately drag their horse into the trailer.

Horse weighs 10 times more than man or woman and has far more strength than the man or woman. Final score of this battle is: Human - Zero...Horse - Won Mistake #5: "Going Trail Riding Before Horse Is Good At Loading In A Trailer" I've seen it time and time again. People go trail riding and when the ride is over the horse won't get back in the trailer. Amusingly, the horse owner comments, "Dang horse, he got in their last month". Remember to get your horse to practice this so it gets fixed on his brain.

It seems there will always be at least once a horse owner cannot load his horse into a trailer. But the secret is to teach a horse sending signals so he knows what you want him to do. It's partly how man and horse communicate. If you ever find yourself frustrated with your horse because he won't get in, here's a quick solution. Get a long rope and loop it over his rear and let it slide down to about the top of his back legs.

Let the rope hit around his back legs and note his reaction. (Be holding this rope in your right hand and hold his halter with your left hand) He may kick at the rope on his back legs or he may not. If he doesn't, it means he's likely okay with the rope being back there. If he kicks at the rope then he needs to get used to it. Just let the rope kind of hang there and touch his back legs.

The horse may get jumpy and try to move from it. He may move forward or in a circle. While holding his halter stiffen your left arm a bit and make him go around you while holding the rope and halter. You, the handler, are acting as an axis. Fairly quickly the horse will realize the rope isn't hurting him and you can move to the next step.

Pull on the rope to get the horse to move with you. When he moves forward from your pull, release the pressure. The idea is for him to move when you exert the pressure. He should catch on pretty quickly to what you want. Now lead him to the trailer and guide his head into the trailer if necessary.

With the lead rope attached to his halter, pull on the lead rope while pulling harder on the "butt rope". Your horse may or may not jump in the trailer but chances are he will. Also, be careful doing this because he may pop in the trailer very quickly and you could get hurt. Basically, that's all there is to it..

"And the first thing I learned was I never wanted to ride one of these bloody things again!" He wasn't the only one. Jack Nicholson took a hard fall in The Missouri Breaks (1976) which he shrugged off saying,"It would have hurt if I was a real person instead of a movie star." Some performers get along famously with their horses, the relationship can go on for years. Gene Autry had Champion trained to jump through a ring of fire at rodeos, the stunt always worked perfectly until Champion aged and Gene had to replace him. Gene exhibited no concern when he was advised by trainers that the new Champion was not ready for prime time his first night on the job. "It'll be all right boys!" reassured the cowboy through swigs of tequila.

The big moment came, the new horse rode out with Gene toward the burning ring and came to a dead stop, sending the famous cowboy star flying to complete the stunt on his own. The crowd gasped but luckily Gene was more drunk than hurt, he simply got up and took a bow like it was all planned. Most stars won't take chances. David Niven bribed a trainer fifty dollars so he would get to ride a gentle nag while filming The Prisoner Of Zenda (1937). He brought his animal next to Raymond Massey's stallion, and both reluctant riders prepared for the director to call action.

Suddenly Niven noticed a shadow above him, Massey's horse had risen on it's hind legs. Niven realized his nag was in heat and dived out the way as Massey's stallion came down on Niven's mare. He watched stunned as the helpless Massey bounced on top of what now looked like a giant rocking horse!.

As a start, the Internet offers a wealth of information. Your best bet is to start a search for "How to buy a horse". This will bring up many dedicated sites with in-depth guides, tips and FAQs on the process of buying your own horse. In brief: 1. Be responsible for your purchase.

Investigate what you are buying and who you are buying from. It's better to buy from people who are in the business and have lots of horses to choose from. If you aren't an experience buyer it's too risky to buy from a private individual. Get to know the horse's current owners. Ask for references.

Speak to others who've bought horses from the same sellers. Talk to those who run boarding farms. What do they know? Do a lot of preparatory research. 2. It's up to you to ask questions, detailed questions, of the person who has the horse for sale.

Ask about the horse's health, training history, personality and behaviour and anything else that could be of interest. Reading up on horse-buying on the Internet or talking to a horse-trainer or other knowledgeable contact can help you come up with relevant questions.3. Communicate your intended use of the horse. Make sure the current owner knows what you want from a horse, otherwise you'll end up with the horse they want to sell and not necessarily the one you want to buy. You need to explain your intended use of the horse so that you can discuss suitability with its previous owner.

If your interest is in breeding, then check the horse's pedigree papers and competition history. If your interest is in dressage, then try the horse out.4. You should also look into getting a pre-purchase exam done. Make sure there's a contract written and looked over by a lawyer. Normally this is the seller's job, but have your own if required.5.

Invest in your own training as well as your horse's training. Research, read. Find a trainer who works with horses and people. The are many horse classifies online. You can search online directories for horses for sale.

You can browse horses for sale by breed, for example, Arabian horse for sale or by area in which the seller is located, for example, horse for sale in Texas..