By eHow Pets Editor
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While the Appaloosa Horse is known as the "leopard" of horses because of the colorful coat of distinctive patterns and spots that is unique to Appaloosas, they actually come in a variety of coat colors, as well as many characteristics that might make the Appaloosa the right horse for you.
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Anonymous said
on 7/12/2006 An Appaloosa may be registered even if it does not have spots. It must have mottled skin around the eyes, nose, and genitalia, and have the vertical stripes on the hooves. Also, the Appaloosa tends to have thin, sparse manes and tails.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 appaloosa's have great personalities. my mom has one and we just got rid of one because he was getting old. i would recomend buying an Appaloosa for a first horse because of their sweet personalities.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Remember that Appaloosa is a color breed. If a horse is a gelding or a spayed mare, s/he may be registered with the Appaloosa Horse Club, even if you don't know the parents of the horse. This is called a hardship registration. Usually it goes on sale once a year. It's a great bargain because it increases the value of your horse, protects him, and makes him eligible to show in breed shows.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 When looking at an Appaloosa for possible purchase, look for registered ones so you can check their lineage and make sure of its age.