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February 22nd, 2010 by KittyKitty

Arabian horses (or Arabs) are horses which originate from the Arabian Peninsula for over 2000 years.

The Arab horses, when properly bred display many character traits including endurance, strength and beauty. Many experts on horses have concluded that Arabian horses are among the oldest breeds in the world.

The nomadic Bedouins were first given credit for taming Arabs. The Bedouins made every effort to protect the purity of these horses, and many could trace back the lineage of the horses they owned. This is why it was crucial during these times to depend on a strong, reliable horse. It also had to be able to inhabit the desert environment. Horses were used to take the Bedouin people into battle against other tribes.

The Bedouins soon acheived status for breeding some of the most beautiful arab horses ever seen. People would frequently meet to exchange the ancestry of their horses prior to being traded. There are a number of different variations of Arabian horses, which are known as strains. These Arabs have shared ancestory as well as a likeness in their appearance. Some of these are Hadban, Kuhaylan, and Dahman.

The Arabian horse of one of the most well known breeds in the world. Their heads are shaped like wedges, and they have large eyes and a small muzzle. Arabian horses which have a concave shaped nose are highly prized. An Arabian horse should have an arched neckline, with lean muscular legs. Their coat should be shiny, and can be likened to silk. Due to the fact that they do not have a fair arc(bascule)Arabian horses are not often observed at showing jumping contests.

Generally, the coat of an Arab horse is grey or brown although some may have black coats. Arabian horses with black coats were rare, because in the desert they would absorb heat, and this would be dangerous. Such is the purity of the Arabian horse gene, it is frequently used in accentuating the features of other breeds. Arabs are known for their relaxed temperament, making breeding them very attractive.

Arabian horses have been used in professional horse competitions for a long time, and Arabian horse games are being held every year in which the horses and their owners can compete with each other.

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