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The horse is a large odd-toed ungulate mammal, one of eight living
species of the family Equidae. Horses exhibit a diverse array of coat
colors and distinctive markings. The various breeds of horses are
distinctive in characteristics, such as confirmation, color,
intelligence, performance that are transmitted consistently to their
offspring. The age of the horse depends on the breed, management and
environment. However, the domestic horse today has a life expectancy of
25 to 30 years. The Sugar Puff, who had been listed in the Guinness Book
of World Records as the world’s oldest then-living pony, which died at
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Scientific Information |
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Animalia |
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Chordata |
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Class:
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Mammalia |
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Order: |
Perissodactyla |
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Genus:
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Equus |
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Family: |
Equidae |
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Species: |
E. caballus |
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Physical Attributes: Horses are considerably varied in size,
height and weight from one breed to another breed. Horses can be found
in diverse array of coat colors and distinctive markings, The various
breeds of horses are distinctive in characteristics, such as
confirmation, color, intelligence, performance that are transmitted
consistently to their offspring.
Reproductive System: Females give birth to one foal (occasionally
twins and rarely triplets) after an 11-month gestation period. Foals are
weaned after seven months. Pregnancy Period lasts for approximately
335–340 days. Foals are capable of standing and running within a short
time.
Major Breeds of Horses:
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American Quarter Horse:
They are known for their versatility. They are very popular equine breed
and that is usually used by the horse riders. |
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Appaloosa Horse:
This horse's spotted coat and fur is its most recognize characteristic. |
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Arabian Horse:
Arabian horses are well known for being affectionate and bonding well
with humans. |
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Hanoverian Horse:
The Hanoverian horse excels in the equestrian disciplines of jumping,
dressage, and even ting. |
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Pinto Horses:
Their coloring provided a degree of natural camouflage. |
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Ponies:
Distinctive pony breed (breeding two ponies) & is less than 14.2 hands
high. |
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Miniature Horses:
Miniature Horse Breed Makes a Great Household Pet. They are very
affectionate and gentle and considered to be the perfect breed to be
used as a pet.
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American Paint Horse:
They are very strong breed of horse and have an easy going temperament.
They are generally used for cattle work. |
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Morgan Horse:
Historically the official horse breed of the United States . |
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Diet
of a horse
The diet of a horse should consist of forage feed, boiled barley, flaked
and cooked maize, fruits, eggs, cod liver oil, nuts or mixes. Water
should always be available to the horse all the time and is particularly
important prior to feeding. Mature horses that perform little or no work
may be fed on good quality forage alone with no need to supplement their
diet with any other feed. |
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Horse caring:
Almost all horses will require a certain level
of winterizing, stall cleanliness, vaccinations and several other
things. They need vital exercise satisfy their physical needs. They also
need regular company of humans. Apart from that, your horse will require
shelter to protect it from wind, rain, and the sun. Horses require a
constant supply of fresh, clean water. Proper bedding is vital for
horses kept in a barn or stable. They require grooming daily to keep its
coat healthy. However, don’t over groom a horse that spends most or all
of its time in the pasture. The natural oils in its coat help to keep
your horse warm and dry.
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