Thoroughbred Horse Breed Profile

All Thoroughbred horses can trace their ancestry to three foundation sires - 2 Arabians and a Turk. The result was a horse that can carry heavy loads over long distances at a sustained speed - an important quality for early settlers. And so began a selective breeding process which has been going on for more than 250 years.

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Thoroughbred Horse Fact File

Origins: The Thoroughbred was developed in England where it was bred for racing and exported across the world. A General Stud Book was first published in 1808

Characteristics: Refined head, long neck, sloping shoulders, deep body, muscular hindquarters, fine long legs

Height: 14.2 to 17.2hands

Color: Any solid color

Personality: Spirited and bold

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