Horse Breeds

True or False;

Breeds are classified as horses that have a common origin

• True

• False

Where are horses measured for height?

• Ground to withers

• Ground to shoulder

• Top of hoof to withers

• Top of hoof to bottom of shoulder

Which of the following is a classification of horse breed?

• Light Horses

• Ponies

• Warmbloods

• All of the above are correct answers

Which of the following is not a breed of Light Horse?

• Quarter Horse

• Belgian

• Arabian

• Appaloosa

What is the correct size for light horses?

• 14'2"-17 hands; 900-1400 lbs.

• 16-20 hands; 1000-2000 lbs.

• 12'2"-15 hands; under 900 lbs.

• 10-15 hands; 400-800 lbs.

Which of the following is not a distinct coat pattern of the Paint Horse?

• Overo

• Tobiano

• Tovero

• Speckled

Which coat pattern has no white crossing the back between the withers and tail?

• Overo

• Tobiano

• Tovero

• None of the above

Which coat pattern is known for dark pigmentation around the ears and mouth and for having blue eyes?

• Tobiano

• Overo

• Tovero

• Bay

What breed originated in Kentucky, stands 15-16 hands, and is known for their 3 and 5 gaits?

• Saddlebred

• Thoroughbred

• Quarter Horse

• Arabian

Which horse breed originated in the U.S., descended from Central Asia, was first bred by the Nez Perce Indians, and is known for its variations in colors?

• Standardbred

• Tennessee Walking Horse

• Appaloosa

• Paint Horse