The horse breed poster with names images of different
A great way to show students how many different types of horses there are. It features the breeds of the horses that have been bred for use in sports such as racing and barrel racing, as well as those that have made a name for themselves in the work force such as cattle herders, and those devoted to working with riders.
The first row of the poster shows the breeds that were brought to the New World by explorers and settlers such as Columbus and Cortez. The next three rows present the breeds that were developed in North America, and the final four rows display the horses of other nations.
The Appaloosa is a special breed that was bred from descendants of the spotted horses that escaped from the Spanish horses that Christopher Columbus brought to America. It was prized by Native American tribes for its hardiness and distinctive spotted coat.
Paint horses come in a variety of patterns including piebald, skewbald and overo. The latter two are the most recognizable because they look like their colors were poured on them.
Haflingers are native to Austria and were bred for a particular purpose. They have a unique coloring and a shorter height. They are a very popular sport and leisure horse because of their good temperament and adaptability. They excel in a variety of disciplines including roping, barrel racing and dressage. They are also known for their stamina and endurance.