The American Quarter Horse
The American Quarter Horse

Author: Steven D. Price

Publisher: Lyons Press

Published: 2004-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781592282722

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Beginning with a brief history of the breed, this book offers detailed advice on locating and selecting a horse, as well as stabling, feeding, grooming, and otherwise taking responsible care of the animal. Also explained are the American Quarter Horse's many uses: from informal trial riding to barrel racing, cutting, and reining; from Western horsemanship to show jumping, dressage, and racing. The American Quarter Horse is the indispensable guide for anyone interested in owning and riding America's favorite horse.

Foundation Sires of the American Quarter Horse
Foundation Sires of the American Quarter Horse

Author: Robert M. Denhardt

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 1997-09-01

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 9780806129471

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Here for the first time is a digest of known information about the stallions whose descendants appear in the early volumes of the American Quarter Horse Association studbook. Robert M. Denhardt, a former officer in the American Quarter Horse Association, spent many years tracking down the bloodlines of the foundation sires, their pedigrees, and highlights of their careers. The result is a brief but comprehensive alphabetical listing of the stallions that made the Quarter Horse one of the most exciting and popular breeds of horses in the Americas today.

American Quarter Horses Are My Favorite!
American Quarter Horses Are My Favorite!

Author: Elaine Landau

Publisher: Lerner Publications

Published: 2012-01-01

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 076136532X

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Describes the characteristics of American quarter horses, including a history, a discussion of their specific traits, and information about riding and ownership.

Foundation Dams of the American Quarter Horse
Foundation Dams of the American Quarter Horse

Author: Robert Moorman Denhardt

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 1995-09-01

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9780806127484

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Most Quarter Horse breeders and breed experts believe that in the production of great Quarter Horses one should never underestimate the importance of the dam. They are convinced that, in the long run,"the distaff side of the pedigree is the one to watch." They agree that one reason for the eminence of the Quarter Horse in racing, show, arena, and breed competition is the quality of the dams who helped found the breed and give it the unique conformation and blazing speed on the short track. This book, filled with treasured anecdotes and track legends, will join its companion volume on the sires as an indispensable source for Quarter Horse breeders, owners, and racetrack and rodeo enthusiats, as well as for historians of the horse and its role in the Americas.

Quarter Horses
Quarter Horses

Author: Robert Moorman Denhardt

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 1967

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 9780806122854

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A history of the Quarter Horse in England and America, describing the most famous animals and breeders, and the emergence of the American Quarter Horse Association

Saddle Wise: The Quarter Horse Foal
Saddle Wise: The Quarter Horse Foal

Author: Inda Schaenen

Publisher: Running Press

Published: 2009-05-12

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780762433537

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In this exciting second installment in the SaddleWise series, it is the summer after the accident, and April and her new best friend Rainy Day are busy making preparations around Mr. McCann's farm for Hannah, his pregnant mare. But when J.T. finally arrives, the new quarter horse foal is the least of everyone's worries. Tragedy strikes the McCann farm and a stranger comes to town throwing an unexpected twist into Aunt Patti's life. And when April meets a local Amish family, she is forced to ask herself questions about the modern world. Will April and Rainy Day be able to help their new Amish friends, navigate the training of the little foal, and managing the McCann farm on their own?

The King Ranch Quarter Horses
The King Ranch Quarter Horses

Author: Robert Moorman Denhardt

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 1995-09-01

Total Pages: 316

ISBN-13: 9780806127712

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The fabled King Ranch of South Texas was renowned for its breed of horses, the King Ranch Quarter Horses. Here is the complete story of the ranch and its horses, how they were bred, and what they have achieved. We meet the Old Sorrel, the horse without a name who became the foundation stallion of the ranch Quarter Horses. The King Ranch produced winning show horses (Hired Hand, Anita Chica, Peppy) and race horses (Miss Princess, Nobody's Friend) and, above all, top-quality cow horses famed for their levelheadedness and ability to work in close partnership with their riders. Today they and their descendants are working cattle and winning competitions worldwide. For those who love Quarter Horses, and especially for those who own a Quarter Horse descended from the King Ranch and wish to know its history, this book will be a treasured volume.

American Quarter Horses
American Quarter Horses

Author: Amanda Parise-Peterson

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2018-01-01

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1543500382

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In pioneer days, the American Quarter Horse helped build the United States by herding cattle, clearing land, and pulling farm machinery. Today, these smart, sturdy horses are prized for their abilities in the rodeo arena, in the show ring, and on the riding trail. Learn about what makes the American Quarter Horse the world's most popular breed.