3. The Arabian horse:
It is an important horse breed of
Arabian countries.
History:
Established on Arabian Peninsula as
early as 5000 BC
Habitat:
It is a prominent breed of arab
countries but spread to other
countries by two ways
• Trade
4. Arabian blood is also reflected in
a) British Welsh Mountain Pony
b) French Anglo Arab Horse
c) French Trotter
d) In USA , Morgan & Standard have
Arabian parentage
e) In Pakistan Arab are pure bred &
crossed with Thoroughbred
5. Appearance
Essential appearance of all Arabians is similar
although bred in different part of world
Height: 14.2 to 15 hands
Weight: 360 to 460 kg
Body Characteristics
Neck: Well set on body
Nose: Look concave
Eyes: Large bright
6. Nostrils:
Flared & small tapering muzzle
Back:
Short & strong with well rounded ribs
Tail:
Set a little higher than most other breeds
Legs:
Hard, clean & well formed
Special/Recognizable feature:
Head is refind & slightly bulging
