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Arabian Horses

Introducing…. Arabian Horses. The Arabian horse is the oldest known breed of riding horses. This horse breed came from the Middle East, but is now one of the most popular breeds in America.

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Arabian Horses

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  1. Introducing… Arabian Horses

  2. The Arabian horse is the oldest known breed of riding horses. This horse breed came from the Middle East, but is now one of the most popular breeds in America.

  3. The Arabian horse spread around the world, both by war and by trade. They came from countries like Saudi Arabia, but eventually the Arabian breed came to America! Even George Washington rode an Arabian horse!

  4. Arabian Stallions are not all brown or black.

  5. The Arabian horse is known for being smart, kind, and very strong.

  6. Arabians are known for their large nostrils to help them breathe in a lot of air, which helps them run so quickly! They are also known for their big eyes, and their small head and muzzle.

  7. Get a close up!

  8. These are the names for horses • An adult female horse is called a mare. • The adult male is called a stallion. • A foal is a horse less than one year old • A colt is a young male • A filly is a young female.

  9. Movements Walk – The slowest movement Trot These movements are faster than Slow gait a walk, but slower than a gallop Canter Gallop – The fastest run for a horse Let’s watch how a horse’s legs move while galloping. http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/dd/Muybridge_race_horse_animated.gif

  10. Arabian horses can also be found in movies, parades, or in the circus. Be sure to remember this face! Horses can also be used for physical therapy to help with balance.

  11. Many Arabian horses compete in Equestrian competitions.

  12. Arabians are also mascots for football teams. Do you know the name of this team? Do you recognize this logo? The University of Southern California, Trojans The Denver Broncos!

  13. Ranchers and farmers use horses. Here the ranchers are driving cattle while riding their horses. Arabian horses have been used in Search and Rescue missions, too.

  14. Fun Horse Facts Did you know… • horses can sleep either standing or lying down. • their hooves and teeth continue to grow throughout their lifetime. • Arabian horses have 23 Vertebra (backbones), and other horse have 24. This is why they are known for having a shorter back than other horses.

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