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ancestry of the colorful Appaloosa horse can be traced back to many places in
early times, but it is in America that the unique spotted horse established
itself as a true breed. Much of the American Appaloosa's development can be
credited to the Nez Pierce Indians of the Northwest. These native Americans
selectively bred for the fastest, strongest and most sure-footed animals.
These unique horses have so many exciting coat patterns that add to their
colorful appearance! The seven common terms used to describe their coat patterns
are: blanket spots blanket with spots roan roan blanket roan blanket with spots
solid Back to Horse Breeds from Appaloosa Horses
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Appaloosa horses also have mottled skin, white sclera, and striped hooves.
Today's App is indeed an all-around athlete. They can be found competing in
all levels of Western and English disciplines such as Dressage, Three Day
Eventing, Endurance, Reining, Cutting, Working Cow Horse, Barrel Racing and
other western gaming activities. Their easy-going and willing temperament
also makes them an ideal family horse and mount for pleasure trail riding.
They can be small at 14 hands to well over 16 hands tall. 