The American Saddlebred, formerly known as “The American Horse”, dates back to the early 1700’s. The breed came from the cross between the Narragansetts Pacer and Thoroughbreds by plantation owners in Kentucky (Columbia). They carried many desired traits such as: agility, endurance, stamina, and pleasant temperament. These traits made them ideal for going into battle, pulling carriages, and work horses. In fact the Saddlebred was used in the Civil War in taking the generals into battle.
The breed ranges from fifteen to seventeen hands tall and weighs anywhere between 1,000 pounds to 1,200 pounds. They are noted for their well-formed, swanlike neck with aristocratic arch, and uplifted tail (Columbia). The breed may come in any color but the most predominant are chestnut, bay, brown, grey, roan, palomino, and pinto. For registration purposes all colors are accepted, since registration is based on pedigree (ASHA).
Today, the American Saddlebred is best known for......

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