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One of the fun parts about owning a registered Arabian or half-Arabian horse is entering Arabian horse shows. Shows give you an excuse to dress up, make your horse look pretty, and show off all the hard work you have put into training and practicing. You get a chance to see how your horse compares to others, and enjoy some... more »
Have you always wanted an Arabian horse? This article will help you find and purchase one of the oldest and most beautiful breeds of horse in the world. more »
Identifying breeds of horses can be tricky, but rewarding. Arabians are, arguably, the oldest and purest breed in the world today. Art on Egyptian tombs clearly show the traits the Arabian is still known for today - smaller stature, high tail set, and delicate profiles. Identifying an Arabian horse is actually a simple process. ... more »
Arabian horses are unique. Bred by the Bedouins for thousands of years to exist side by side with their human masters, the Arabian horse has a very close bond with humans. More than any other horse breed, they desire human companionship and affection. This article will give you some tips on how to work with one. more »
Part of the fun of showing your horse is making her look the best that she possibly can. You have worked hard to train her to the best of your ability, so do not detract from the picture with a poor show grooming job! The show-grooming tips in this article are widely used (with variations) throughout the Arabian horse show circuit.... more »
To ride an Arabian is like getting behind the wheel of an Audi sports convertible compared to a sedan, station wagon, or truck. Arabians are... more »
Showing Arabian horses is a glamorous and exciting business, but it is not easy. A great deal of preparation and training goes into the showing of... more »
Arabians are stunningly beautiful horses and look their best when they are prepped and shown in the halter ring. Halter is the equivalent of a... more »
Admired for its beauty and athleticism, the Arabian has physical traits so distinctive it's easy to pick these horses out of a crowd. more »
If you're deciding to get a horse, there are several factors to consider when choosing a breed. The horse's height, temperament, maintenance costs... more »
The Arabian or Arab horse (arabic: فرس ) is a breed of horse that originated in the Middle East. With a distinctive head shape and high tail carriage, the Arabian is one of the most easily recognizable horse breeds in the world. It is one of the oldest horse breeds, with archaeological evidence of horses that resemble modern Arabians dating back 4,500 years. Throughout history, Arabian horses from the Middle East spread around the world by both war and trade, used to improve other breeds by adding speed, refinement, endurance, and strong bone. Today, Arabian bloodlines are found in almost every modern breed of riding horse.
The Arabian developed in a desert climate and was prized by the nomadic Bedouin people, often being brought inside the family tent for shelter and protection. This close relationship with humans has created a horse breed that is good-natured, quick to learn, and willing to please. But the Arabian also developed the high spirit and alertness needed in a horse used for raiding and war. This combination of willingness and sensitivity requires modern Arabian horse owners to handle their horses with competence and respect.
The Arabian is a versatile breed. Arabians dominate the discipline of endurance riding, and compete today in many other fields of equestrian activity. They are one of the top ten most popular horse breeds in the world. Arabian horses are now found worldwide, including the United States and Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, continental Europe, South America (especially Brazil), and its land of origin, the Middle East.
Breed characteristics
Arabian horses have refined, wedge-shaped heads, a broad forehead, large eyes, large nostrils, and small muzzles. Most display a distinctive concave or "dished" profile. Many Arabians also have a slight forehead bulge between their eyes, called the "jibbah" by the Bedouin, that adds additional sinus capacity, believed to have helped the Arabian h read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arabian+horse
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