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American Quarter Horse

"The American Quarter Horse is the most popular horse breed in the world. Originally bred for quarter-mile sprints and ranch work, it is now known for its incredible versatility, calm temperament, and reliability."

Your Height:

180 cm

Shoulder Height: 154 cm

Age25-30 years

Average life expectancy with species-appropriate husbandry and good health.

Height

Shoulder Height: 142-165cmHead Height: ~171cm (est.)

The standard size measured from the ground to the highest point of the shoulder (withers).

Weight450-600 kg

Ideal body weight for a healthy, adult breed.

Cost/Month€120+

The sum of food, insurance, and basic care per month.

Character Profile

Activity Level

The urge to move and the willingness to perform of the horse in training and everyday life.

As an original working horse, it requires regular exercise and tasks.

Temperament

Describes the character from calm and composed to spirited and sensitive.

Known for its calm, level-headed, and steady nature.

Beginner Friendly

How well the horse is suited for riders with little experience or as a first horse.

Very eager to please, friendly, and docile, making it ideal for beginners.

Social Behavior

Compatibility with conspecifics in the herd or stable.

Highly people-oriented and compatible with herd members.

Reliability

Composure in stressful situations (skittishness).

Considered extremely dependable and unflappable ('bomb-proof').

Versatility

Suitability for various disciplines such as dressage, jumping, leisure or western.

A true all-rounder, excelling in almost all disciplines and leisure riding.

Grooming Effort

Time required for grooming, hoof care and general stable hygiene.

No complex grooming requirements, short coat.

Did you know?

Keeping a pet of this size costs over 80€ per month on average. Plan your finances wisely.

Character & Training

Calm, intelligent, eager to learn, and people-oriented. It possesses a balanced nature and remains steady even in stressful situations.

Living & Exercise

Adaptable; however, it requires regular exercise, ideally in an open stable or with daily paddock access.

Health & Grooming

Robust, but susceptible to breed-specific genetic diseases (e.g., PSSM, HYPP). Careful feeding is necessary as they are 'easy keepers'.

History

Developed in the 17th century by crossing Spanish horses with English Thoroughbreds in the American colonies for short-distance racing.

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