THE ARABIAN HORSE

 

 

Following is some general information

about the Arabian Horse.

The following information is an excerpt from information

provided by The Arabian Horse Association.

 

Horse of the Desert

The Arabian horse is striking. Its entire appearance exudes energy, intelligence, courage and nobility. The neck is long and arched, the back is short, and the tail is naturally carried high. Every time an Arabian moves in its famous “floating trot,” he announces to the world his proud, graceful nature.

 

Breed Characteristics

An Arabian’s most identifiable characteristics are its finely chisled head, dished face, long arching neck and high tail carriage.

 

A combination of the qualities described below represents the Arabian horse:

 

Conformation

In general, Arabians have a short, straight back, perfect balance and symmetry, a deep chest, well-sprung ribs, strong legs of thick density and a more horizontal pelvic bone position.

 

Head

The Arabian’s head features small, tipped-in ears, a tiny “teacup” muzzle, large nostrils and large, expressive, dark eyes set wide apart.

 

Jibbah

Characterized by its chisled appearance, the Arabian head is frequently enhanced by a slight protrusion, called the “jibbah,” over the forehead that extends to just below the eyes.

 

Endurance

The cheek bones are spread wide apart at the throat, enabling the muzzle to be drawn in without compressing the windpipe, and permitting the animal to breathe easily when running long distances.

 

Height

The Arabian horse averages 14.1 to 15.1 hands at the withers, although many are above or below this height.

 

Color

In color, Arabians are bay, grey, chestnut, and black, with an occasional roan. Common markings are strips, snips, or blaze faces, white feet or stockings.

 

TO LEARN MORE about the magnificent Arabian horse please contact any of our members or visit the Arabian Horse Registry at www.arabianhorses.org.