The Mustang is a feral horse found in the western United
States, originally from Spanish horses but mixed
with other breeds over the decades. The name Mustang comes from the Spanish word
mesteño or monstenco meaning wild or stray.
From a one-time high of over 2 million, there are
now thought to be around 30,000 wild Mustangs in the
United States.
Competition
Jumping
Rodeo
Dressage
Racing
Showing
Driving
Ranch
Trail Riding
Endurance
Riding
Working
From Joyce, Washington This is my mustang colt Blue. He is a
captive bred mustang. He is 3 months old in this
picture. His mom is a BLM mustang seen in the
picture.
Origin
The Mustang Pony is native to North America,
descended from Arabian
and Barb horses of the Spanish settlers and
was later crossed with larger breeds to create
working horses such as the Quarter
Horse, Appaloosa,
Pinto and Palomino.
Characteristics
Light build, hard legs and feet. Good stamina
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From April Hazelett, Texas
I have a mare that I believe is Mustang due to her
conformation. She is courageous, strong,
independent, moody, but definitely knows what she
wants and what she doesn't. She is lovable, but not
into the showing love much. I love her more than any
person I know. Mustangs are cool!
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