Horse Facts and History Overview
PAFNR – MS. SKINNER’S
Horses
Vocabulary
Filly: Name for a female
horse until the age of 3
Mare: Name for a mature
female horse; over 3
years of age
Stud/Stallion: A mature
male horse over 4 years
of age used for breeding
Foaling: The process of
giving birth in equine
animals
Gestation: The length of
time that a female animal
is pregnant
Unsoundness: Any
condition that interferes
with an animal’s ability
to function or to perform
Vocabulary
Light Horse: A horse used
primarily for riding,
driving, showing, racing or
utility on a farm or ranch.
14.3-16 HH, 800-1200 lbs
Draft Horse: A large breed
of horses used for work. 15
HH + and 1500lbs +
Donkey: An equine animal
with a short erect mane
and tail; large ears; smaller
and stockier than horses
Cue: A stimulus used to
train horses
Equine: Animals that make
up the equine family
include: horses, donkeys,
mules, ponies. Mini
donkeys, ponies or horses
Sire: A male parent of an
animal
Vocabulary
Feral: Horses that were
once domesticated but
are now wild
Farrier: A person who
shoes horses and cares
for their hooves
Purebreed: Animals with
parents of the same
breed
Hinny: cross between a
male horse and a female
donkey; similar to a mule
but smaller and more
horse like
Jack: A male donkey
Miniature Horse: A very
small horse
Vocabulary
Progeny: The offspring
or descendants of one or
both parents
Stock: Livestock
domesticated for farm us
Modified monogastric:
Animals that have a
single compartment
stomach but can digest
roughages and forages
Gelding: Castrated male
horse
Horse History
4500 BC
Horse Racing dates back to nomadic tribesmen of
Central Asia (who first domesticated the horse).
1665
British settlers brought horses (and horse racing) to
America. The first racetrack was laid out on Long
Island.
1860
In April, the Pony Express was created! Young men
once rode horses to carry mail from Missouri to
California in the unprecedented time of only 10
days. Was the most direct and practical means of
east-west communications before the telegraph.
1894
The American Jockey Club was started in New York,
modeled on the English, which soon ruled racing
with an iron hand and eliminated much of the
corruption within horse racing.
1919
Sir Barton was the first horse to win the Triple
Crown. This is racing’s most prestigious prize-
earned by winning the Kentucky Derby, Preakness
and Belmont Stakes, only 11 horses have won this.
1940
The American Quarter Horse Association was
formed in Fort Worth, Texas. Now there are close to
350,000 members.
2011
American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act of 2011
Purpose: To amend the Horse Protection Act to
prohibit the shipping, transporting, moving,
delivering, receiving, possessing, purchasing, selling,
or donation of horses and other equines to be
slaughtered for human consumption, and for other
purposes.
Did not pass, has been referred to committee.
Pros
Cons
No “horse meat”
Horse lovers are happy
More animal cruelty
Too many horses, costs
are lowered
Lessens pedigree
Horse Ag Facts
Horse Racing
A competition for horses ridden by jockeys within a
given area and over a prescribed distance, under the
control of appointed officials. Thoroughbreds are the
most popular horse breed in the racing industry, but
other breeds also race on Texas racetracks such as:
Quarter Horses, Paint Horses, Arabians, and
Appaloosas. There are currently 5 racetracks in
Texas and over 950,000 industry participants.
Therapeutic Riding
An equine-assisted activity that improves balance,
joint mobility, coordination, muscle tone and
posture. It can ease symptoms of a wide variety of
disabilities including brain injuries, multiple
sclerosis, hearing or visual impairments, muscular
dystrophy, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, Down
syndrome, and cardiovascular disease. Plus, it's great
for helping students improve motor skills, self-
esteem, concentration and problem-solving abilities.
Ranching
Cattle have been raised and herded in Texas by men
on horseback since the Spanish conquistadors
introduced cows and horses to the area around 1541.
Today they are still used on ranches to gather and
work cattle, check fences, and various other labor
intensive jobs. A good ranch horse must be versatile
and perform activities such as herding, cutting,
roping, and reining. They should have keen cow
sense, high endurance, and a gentle disposition.
Most of the competitive sports performed on
horseback today are based on activities that are
performed on a working ranch.
Recreational Riding
A popular pastime that strengthens your body and
mind while exploring the great outdoors on the back
of your horse. Almost 4 million horses are used for
recreation–more than any other use. Trail riding is
an ever growing industry with many of our state and
federal parks, forests, and wilderness areas
becoming available to be explored on the back of a
horse for a unique adventure. It has also become a
potential income for landowners who may want to
diversify their ranching operation by allowing trail
riders to come in and ride and experience the
country.
Texas
Economic Impact of Activities
Activities Activity
Choose
one
of these Horse Activities that most
interests you.
You must fill an
entire page
with why this interests
you.
This can include:
Written reasons
Pictures
Cartoons
Etc
Horse Breeds
Quarter Horse
History:
The early improvement in the Quarter
Horse-so called because of its great speed at one
quarter of a mile. General Sam Houston rode a
Quarter Horse.
Characteristics:
Weighs between 500 and 600
kilos, he is relatively small by comparison to other
breeds. Average height is between 14.1 and 15.2
hands high
Main Use:
For speed in the quarter-mile races.
Thoroughbred
History
: Brought to England from the
Mediterranean Middle East around the turn of the
17th century and bred to the stronger, but less
precocious, native horse.
Characteristics
: They are most often bay, seal
brown, chestnut, black, or gray. Muscular.
Main Use:
Racing
Arabians
History:
When Europeans sought to improve their
saddle horses, Arabians were imported to cross with
native strains. The standard procedure was to use
purebred Arabians, especially stallions, to improve
stock.
Characteristics:
Dished profile with a prominent
eye, large nostrils and small teacup muzzle
Main Use:
Strength, courage, stamina required for
survival, speed and responsiveness
Appaloosa
History:
The Spanish introduced horses to North
America as they explored the American continents.
Eventually, as these horses found their way into the
lives of Indians and were traded to other tribes.
Characteristics:
Spots and splashes of color,
Main Use:
speed on race track, advanced levels of
dressage, jumping, games, reining, roping, pleasure,
endurance and as gentle family horses
Paint
History: O
rigins of the Paint Horse in North
America can be traced back to the two-toned horses
introduced by the Spanish explorers, descendants of
horses from North Africa and Asia Minor.
Characteristics:
Unique combination of white and
any one of the colors of the equine rainbow: black,
bay, brown, chestnut, dun, grulla, sorrel, palomino,
gray or roan.
Main Use:
Ideal partner for pleasure riding,
showing, ranching, racing, rodeoing, trail riding, or
just as a gentle friend for the kids.
Miniature
History:
The first mention of a small horse being
imported into the United States was in 1888; and
research shows little public awareness of true
Miniatures until 1960.
Characteristics:
they must measure no more than
34 inches in height at maturity
Main Use:
Showing and companionship
Explore interesting facts about horses, including their vocabulary, classifications, and history. Learn about different terms associated with horses, such as filly, mare, stud, and more. Delve into horse-related concepts like gestation, foaling, and unsoundness. Additionally, discover historical milestones such as the early origins of horse racing and the establishment of the Pony Express in America in 1860.
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Horses PAFNR MS. SKINNER S
Vocabulary Filly: Name for a female horse until the age of 3 Mare: Name for a mature female horse; over 3 years of age Stud/Stallion: A mature male horse over 4 years of age used for breeding Foaling: The process of giving birth in equine animals Gestation: The length of time that a female animal is pregnant Unsoundness: Any condition that interferes with an animal s ability to function or to perform
Vocabulary Light Horse: A horse used primarily for riding, driving, showing, racing or utility on a farm or ranch. 14.3-16 HH, 800-1200 lbs Draft Horse: A large breed of horses used for work. 15 HH + and 1500lbs + Donkey: An equine animal with a short erect mane and tail; large ears; smaller and stockier than horses Cue: A stimulus used to train horses Equine: Animals that make up the equine family include: horses, donkeys, mules, ponies. Mini donkeys, ponies or horses Sire: A male parent of an animal
Vocabulary Feral: Horses that were once domesticated but are now wild Farrier: A person who shoes horses and cares for their hooves Purebreed: Animals with parents of the same breed Hinny: cross between a male horse and a female donkey; similar to a mule but smaller and more horse like Jack: A male donkey Miniature Horse: A very small horse
Vocabulary Progeny: The offspring or descendants of one or both parents Stock: Livestock domesticated for farm us Modified monogastric: Animals that have a single compartment stomach but can digest roughages and forages Gelding: Castrated male horse
4500 BC Horse Racing dates back to nomadic tribesmen of Central Asia (who first domesticated the horse).
1665 British settlers brought horses (and horse racing) to America. The first racetrack was laid out on Long Island.
1860 In April, the Pony Express was created! Young men once rode horses to carry mail from Missouri to California in the unprecedented time of only 10 days. Was the most direct and practical means of east-west communications before the telegraph.
1894 The American Jockey Club was started in New York, modeled on the English, which soon ruled racing with an iron hand and eliminated much of the corruption within horse racing.
1919 Sir Barton was the first horse to win the Triple Crown. This is racing s most prestigious prize- earned by winning the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes, only 11 horses have won this.
1940 The American Quarter Horse Association was formed in Fort Worth, Texas. Now there are close to 350,000 members.
2011 American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act of 2011 Purpose: To amend the Horse Protection Act to prohibit the shipping, transporting, moving, delivering, receiving, possessing, purchasing, selling, or donation of horses and other equines to be slaughtered for human consumption, and for other purposes. Did not pass, has been referred to committee.
Cons Pros No horse meat More animal cruelty Horse lovers are happy Too many horses, costs are lowered Lessens pedigree
Horse Racing A competition for horses ridden by jockeys within a given area and over a prescribed distance, under the control of appointed officials. Thoroughbreds are the most popular horse breed in the racing industry, but other breeds also race on Texas racetracks such as: Quarter Horses, Paint Horses, Arabians, and Appaloosas. There are currently 5 racetracks in Texas and over 950,000 industry participants.
Therapeutic Riding An equine-assisted activity that improves balance, joint mobility, coordination, muscle tone and posture. It can ease symptoms of a wide variety of disabilities including brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, hearing or visual impairments, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, Down syndrome, and cardiovascular disease. Plus, it's great for helping students improve motor skills, self- esteem, concentration and problem-solving abilities.
Ranching Cattle have been raised and herded in Texas by men on horseback since the Spanish conquistadors introduced cows and horses to the area around 1541. Today they are still used on ranches to gather and work cattle, check fences, and various other labor intensive jobs. A good ranch horse must be versatile and perform activities such as herding, cutting, roping, and reining. They should have keen cow sense, high endurance, and a gentle disposition. Most of the competitive sports performed on horseback today are based on activities that are performed on a working ranch.
Recreational Riding A popular pastime that strengthens your body and mind while exploring the great outdoors on the back of your horse. Almost 4 million horses are used for recreation more than any other use. Trail riding is an ever growing industry with many of our state and federal parks, forests, and wilderness areas becoming available to be explored on the back of a horse for a unique adventure. It has also become a potential income for landowners who may want to diversify their ranching operation by allowing trail riders to come in and ride and experience the country.
Texas Economic Impact of Activities Indirect $848 million Direct $506 million Racing Showing $1.9 billion $1.1 billion Recreation $1.5 billion $900 million Other $898 million $518 million Total $5.2 billion $3 billion
Activities Activity Choose one of these Horse Activities that most interests you. You must fill an entire page with why this interests you. This can include: Written reasons Pictures Cartoons Etc
History: The early improvement in the Quarter Horse-so called because of its great speed at one quarter of a mile. General Sam Houston rode a Quarter Horse. Characteristics: Weighs between 500 and 600 kilos, he is relatively small by comparison to other breeds. Average height is between 14.1 and 15.2 hands high Main Use: For speed in the quarter-mile races.
History: Brought to England from the Mediterranean Middle East around the turn of the 17th century and bred to the stronger, but less precocious, native horse. Characteristics: They are most often bay, seal brown, chestnut, black, or gray. Muscular. Main Use: Racing
History: When Europeans sought to improve their saddle horses, Arabians were imported to cross with native strains. The standard procedure was to use purebred Arabians, especially stallions, to improve stock. Characteristics: Dished profile with a prominent eye, large nostrils and small teacup muzzle Main Use: Strength, courage, stamina required for survival, speed and responsiveness
History: The Spanish introduced horses to North America as they explored the American continents. Eventually, as these horses found their way into the lives of Indians and were traded to other tribes. Characteristics: Spots and splashes of color, Main Use: speed on race track, advanced levels of dressage, jumping, games, reining, roping, pleasure, endurance and as gentle family horses
History: Origins of the Paint Horse in North America can be traced back to the two-toned horses introduced by the Spanish explorers, descendants of horses from North Africa and Asia Minor. Characteristics: Unique combination of white and any one of the colors of the equine rainbow: black, bay, brown, chestnut, dun, grulla, sorrel, palomino, gray or roan. Main Use: Ideal partner for pleasure riding, showing, ranching, racing, rodeoing, trail riding, or just as a gentle friend for the kids.
History: The first mention of a small horse being imported into the United States was in 1888; and research shows little public awareness of true Miniatures until 1960. Characteristics: they must measure no more than 34 inches in height at maturity Main Use: Showing and companionship
