Breed
History
Descended from horses brought
to North America by the Spanish conquistadors, Paint horses
roamed with the wild herds of the western deserts and plains.
Native American and cowboy alike admired the Paint for her beauty,
heart, and athletic ability. |
Breed
Characteristics
The
American Paint horse got its name from its unique coat
coloration of splashes of white. The white patterns fall into
three categories: Overo, Tobiano, and Tovero. Paint horses are
stock horses and must be registered with the APHA, the AQHA,
or the Jockey Club. |
