Thoroughbred horses Breed Profile
Breed Uses
Competition : ✓
Dressage: ✕
Driving: ✕
Endurance: ✕
Jumping: ✓
Racing: ✓
Ranch: ✕
Riding: ✓
Rodeo: ✕
Showing: ✕
Trail: ✕
Working: ✕
Thoroughbred horses 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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