The Amazing Popular Arabian Horse

Arabian are beautiful horses that came from the Middle East of the Abrabion Peninsula. These horses were first bred back 4500 years ago. In Arabia living out in the desert this horse is very well taken care of . When people owning the horse are living in tents the important Arabian horse lives in the tent with them. If there is no water in the desert they feed the horses camel milk. The Arabian horse is always treated like a family member.

The Arabian horses  were used to fight in battles because they are known for their heartiness. Cortes brought the Arabian horse to America in 1519. In the Civil war General Grant was given an Arabian horse's to ride called Leopard and Lindentree by Aldul Hamid 11 of Turkey. In 1888 Leopard was passed to another owner and then began the breeding of Arabians in the United States by that owner.

The Arabian's are one of the most popular horse breeds in the world. There head features are very distintive. This horse has large eyes ,large nostrils and a little teacup muzzle. Arabians come in chestnut ,grey,roan and sometimes black.

The Arabian is a horse that is devoted to it's owner and family. A very intelligent horse it is light and easy to train. It can be seen in horse races, riding competition even,and just for pleasure. The rider is always pleased with the Arabian horse.

These horses are often used for people learning to ride a horse . Some people having health disabilities ride the Arabian horse for therapy.

Racing Arabians

Arabians started in 1959. In the last 10 years it has really expanded. 10 years ago the Darla Awards were founded recognizing the best in a ceremony of the race horses,jockeys,trainer and the community of Arabian horse followers and breeders.

In the fall The Arabian Cup Championships are held showcasing the Arabian horse racing. There are also various activities to celebrate the Arabian for the owners ,trainers and fans.

Facts

Arabian horse is called the "King" in all horse competions. of any kind.

Arabian Horse Times has much helpful infromation for Arabian horse lovers.

There are more Arabian horses in the U.S. than any other country.

"The Black Stallion"

One of my favorite horse movies is the "Black Stallion". This movie shows how smart the Arabian horse can be. A boy "Alex" and the strong black Arabian horse are shipwrecked. The horse saves the boys life by swimming him ashore. They live together on an island depending only on each other .They make friends and bond very fast. The movie goes into the training of "the Black" to be raced after they are rescued and get home.