{"id":151,"date":"2022-02-17T11:13:13","date_gmt":"2022-02-17T11:13:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/horsesonly.com\/?p=151"},"modified":"2024-01-15T12:06:49","modified_gmt":"2024-01-15T12:06:49","slug":"quarter-horse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/horsesonly.com\/quarter-horse\/","title":{"rendered":"American Quarter Horse Breed: Care, Cost & History (2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The American Quarter horse is one of the most loved breeds in the world. The American Quarter Horse Association, the AQHA, is the largest breed registry of all horse breeds with a population of over 3 million horses registered. There is a lot to learn about this colorful and versatile equine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breed: <\/strong>American Quarter Horse
Adult Weight<\/strong>: 950-1,200 pounds
Adult Height<\/strong>: 14.3-16 hands (57 to 64 inches)
Origin: <\/strong>North America
Use<\/strong>: Stock, Dressage, Show, Pleasure, Western, English
Colors<\/strong>: Brown, bay, chestnut, white, palomino, champagne, black, grey, and many more
Features<\/strong>: Muscular body, straight profile
Lifespan<\/strong>: 20-25 years
Character<\/strong>: Gentle, with strong nerves, oriented towards people
Gait<\/strong>: sure-footed, determined
Best for: <\/strong>All levels of riders<\/p>\n\n\n\n