American Quarter Horse

The American Quarter Horse is a breed of horse originally bred specifically to race the quarter mile. It is commonly believed to be the worlds fastest horse, many having been clocked at 50 mph at the finish line in racing events. It is today equally well known for its performance in rodeos and horse shows. The compact body of the Quarter Horse is well-suited to the intricate and speedy maneuvers required in roping and other stock-horse events. Riders are also known to show Quarter Horses in English and Hunt classes, although these types of events are more normally dominated by Thoroughbreds and Warmblood crosses. Also known as "America's Horse", the Quarter Horse is the most popular breed in the United States.They can also boast the largest breed society in the world, with over 3.5 million Quarter Horses registered worldwide.

Related Topics:
Breed - Horse - Rodeo - Thoroughbred - Warmblood

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