They gathered a wonderful selection of Arabians from their breeding stock to grow the bloodlines. Spanish Arabians are known for their athleticism, sturdy build, and good disposition.
They were bred for a smooth and became a popular sport horse. While abroad, members of the English nobility fell in love with the breed, which led them to start a breeding program. They carefully studied the lineage of the horses to produce the best of the breed. Crabbet Arabians make stellar riding horses because of their soundness, athletic ability, and good temperaments.
The Crabbet type of Arabian horse is a popular breed for showjumping and dressage. Today, the majority of Arabians can trace back to the Crabbet bloodlines. The Shagya-Arabian is a unique type of Arabian horse developed over years in the Astro-Hungarian empire from Arabian stock and modern riding breeds. Many people consider the Shagya a type within the Arabian breed, whereas others consider them part Arabians or Anglo-Arabians.
The Shagya-Arabian was created in by the Hungarian military. They sought a cavalry horse that contained all the Arabian characteristics but with a larger size and greater jumping ability. Breeding of the Shagya included desert bred Arabian stallions with southeastern European mares that were largely descended from Arabian stock. Thoroughbreds and Lippizaners were added to the stock to improve size and movement. These outstanding horses gained their name from the magnificent Arabian stallion Shagya, who influenced the bloodlines.
Shagya was tall and remarkably strong, and he passed these traits to his offspring. The Shagya has been carefully bred for their size, athletic ability, and strength, which in return has made them fantastic sport horses. They are typically taller than the average Arabian, standing at hands tall.
Their sturdy yet elegant builds have led them to grow in popularity. The author must be a promoter of Egyptian Arabians. Why would they be more pure in strain than a desert born and bred Bedouin Arabian?
Most Arabian horses today are crossed with some other breed to get taller and larger frame. It would be nice to read a more accurate account of the most beautiful and athletic horse breed. They have their own breed societies, their own genepool, etc.
I have a stallion who is a son of Aladdin. At that time they took with them the prototype of the modern Arabian horse. There can be little dispute, however, that the Arabian horse has proved to be, throughout recorded history, an original breed, which remains to this very day. History does not tell us where the horse was first domesticated, or whether he was first used for work or riding.
He probably was used for both purposes in very early times and in various parts of the world. We know that by 1, B. About 3, years ago the hot-blooded horse assumed the role of kingmaker in the East, including the Valley of the Nile and beyond, changing human history and the face of the world. Through him the Egyptians were made aware of the vast world beyond their own borders. The Pharaohs were able to extend the Egyptian empire by harnessing the horse to their chariots and relying on his power and courage.
With his help, societies of such distant lands as the Indus Valley civilizations were united with Mesopotamian cultures. The empires of the Hurrians, Hittites, Kassites, Assyrians, Babylonians, Persians and others rose and fell under his thundering hooves. His strength made possible the initial concepts of a cooperative universal society, such as the Roman Empire.
The Arabian "pony express" shrank space, accelerated communications and linked empires together throughout the eastern world. This awe-inspiring horse of the East appears on seal rings, stone pillars and various monuments with regularity after the 16th century B.
Egyptian hieroglyphics proclaim his value; Old Testament writings are filled with references to his might and strength. Other writings talk of the creation of the Arabian, "thou shallst fly without wings and conquer without swords. The origin of the word "Arab" is still obscure. A popular concept links the word with nomadism, connecting it with the Hebrew "Arabha," dark land or steppe land, also with the Hebrew "Erebh," mixed and hence organized as opposed to organized and ordered life of the sedentary communities, or with the root "Abhar"-to move or pass.
In the Koran a'rab is used for Bedouins nomadic desert dwellers and the first certain instance of its Biblical use as a proper name occurs in Jer. The Arabs themselves seem to have used the word at an early date to distinguish the Bedouin from the Arabic-speaking town dwellers.
This hot-blooded horse, which had flourished under the Semitic people of the East, now reached its zenith of fame as the horse of the "Arabas. The mare evolved as the Bedouin's most treasured possession.
The harsh desert environment ensured that only the strongest and keenest horse survived, and it was responsible for many of the physical characteristics distinguishing the breed to this day. Additional Resource: W. Somewhere in the inhospitable deserts of the Middle East centuries ago, a breed of horse came into being that would influence the equine world beyond all imagination. In the sweet grass oasis along the Euphrates and Tigris Rivers in the countries that are now known as Syria, Iraq and Iran, and in other parts of the Arabia peninsula, this hearty horse developed and would soon be known as the Arabian horse.
To the Islamic people, he was considered a gift from Allah, to be revered, cherished and almost worshipped. Long before Europeans were to become aware of his existence, the horse of the desert had established himself as a necessity for survival of the Bedouin people. The headmen of the tribes could relate the verbal histories of each family of horse in his tribe as well as he could each family of Bedouin. The mythology and romance of the breed grew with each passing century as stories of courage, endurance and wealth intermingled with the genealogies.
The very nature of the breed, its shape as well as its color, was influenced by religious belief, superstition and tradition. It was believed that the bulging forehead held the blessings of Allah. Therefore the greater the "Jibbah" the greater the blessings carried by the horse. The great arching neck with a high crest, the "Mitbah" was a sign of courage, while a gaily-carried tail showed pride. These traits were held in high esteem and selectively bred for.
Due in part to the religious significance attached to the Arabian horse, as well as the contribution it made to the wealth and security of the tribe, the breed flourished in near isolation. Traditions of breeding and purity were established to keep the breed "Asil" or pure, in the form intended by Allah.
Any mixture of foreign blood from the mountains or the cities surrounding the desert was strictly forbidden. While other, desert type breeds developed in North Africa and the periphery of the Great Desert, they were definitely not of the same blood as Arabians and were disdained by the proud Bedouin.
The Arabian horse was primarily an instrument of war, as were horses in general in most societies of the time. A well-mounted Bedouin could attack an enemy tribe and capture their herds of sheep, camels and goats, adding to the wealth of their own tribe. Such a raid was only successful if the aggressors could attack with surprise and speed and make good their escape. Mares were the best mounts for raiding parties, as they would not nicker to the enemy tribe's horses, warning of their approach.
The best war mares exhibited great courage in battle, taking the charges and the spear thrusts without giving ground. Speed and endurance were essential as well, for the raids were often carried out far from the home camp, family and children. The Bedouin people could be as hospitable as they were war like.
If a desert traveler touched their tent pole, they were obligated to provide for this "guest", his entourage and animals for up to three days without request for payment. A welcome guest would find his mare's bridle hung from the center pole of his hosts' tent to indicate his status. In this way, tribes that were often at war would meet and, with great hospitality, break bread and share stories of their bravest and fastest horses.
Races were held with the winner taking the best of the losers herd as their prize. Breeding stock could be bought and sold, but as a rule, the war mares carried no price. If indeed they changed hands it would be as a most honored gift. Through the centuries the tribes who roamed the northern desert in what is now Syria became the most esteemed breeders of fine horses. No greater gift could be given than an Arabian mare.
The value placed upon the mare led inevitably to the tracing of any family of the Arabian horse through his dam. The only requirement of the sire was that he be "Asil". If his dam was a "celebrated" mare of a great mare family, so much the better.
Mare families, or strains, were named, often according to the tribe or sheik who bred them. The Bedouin valued pure in strain horses above all others, and many tribes owned only one main strain of horse.
Other, less "choice" strains include Maneghi, Jilfan, Shuwayman, and Dahman. Substrains developed in each main strain, named after a celebrated mare or sheik that formed a substantial branch within the main strain. A great story of courage, endurance, or speed always accompanied there citation of the genealogy of the sub-strain, such as the great Kehilet al Krush, the Kehilet Jellabiyat and the Seglawi of Ibn Jedran.
Each of these mares carried with them stories of great battles and intrigue. Their daughters were sought after by the most powerful kings but often remained unattainable.
Daughters and granddaughters of these fabled mares changed hands through theft, bribery and deceit. If any of their descendants were sold, the prices were legendary. Each strain, when bred pure, developed characteristics that could be recognized and identified. The Kehilan strain was noted for depth of chest, masculine power and size. The average pure in strain Kehilan stood up to 15 hands. Their heads were short with broad foreheads and great width in the jowls. Most common colors were gray and chestnut.
The Seglawi was known for refinement and almost feminine elegance. This strain was more likely to be fast rather than have great endurance.
Seglawi horses have fine bone, longer faces and necks than the Kehilan. The average height for a Seglawi would be The Abeyan strain is very similar to the Seglawi. They tended to be refined. The pure in strain Abeyan would often have a longer back than a typical Arabian.
They were small horses, seldom above Hamdani horses were often considered plain, with an athletic if somewhat masculine, large boned build. Their heads were more often straight in profile, lacking an extreme Jibbah.
The Hamdani strain was one of the largest, standing as much as The common colors were gray and bay. The Hadban strain was a smaller version of the Hamdani. Sharing several traits including big bone and muscular build. They were also known for possessing an extremely gentle nature. The average height of a Hadban was While the Bedoiun bred their horses in great obscurity, the highly war like people of the East rode their Barbs and Turks into Europe, bringing havoc with them and leaving waste in their wake.
Though few Arabian horses accompanied the Turks and Vandals on their forays into Europe, their hardy Barb and Turkish mountain horses were no less impressive to their victims. Europe had developed horses through the Dark Ages to carry a knight and his armor. Their lighter horses were from the pony breeds.
They had nothing to compare with the small, fast horses upon which the invaders were mounted. An interest in these "Eastern" horses grew, along with fantastical stories of prowess, speed, endurance and even jumping ability.
To own such a horse would not only allow for the improvement of local stock, but would endow the fortunate man with incredible prestige. Such a horse in the stable would rival the value of the greatest artwork hung on the wall.
Europeans of means, primarily royalty, went to great lengths to acquire these fabled horses. As the world slowly shrank due to increasing travel abroad, the Turkish rulers of the Ottoman Empire began to send gifts of Arabian horses to European heads of state.
These three "Eastern" stallions formed the foundation upon which a new breed, the Thoroughbred, was to be built. The dark pigmentation protected the horses against the harsh desert sun. While they're ancestors of many modern-day horses, many traits set Arabians apart from other breeds. Arabians are known for their long, arched necks and high tail carriage. They have floating gaits and are smooth to ride for their size.
They're also renowned for their endurance, which makes them competitive in equestrian sports. Arabian horses require a healthy balance of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins, and water in their diet. Like most horses, they eat fresh grass, quality hay, grains, and some fruits and veggies. Because their ancestors came from deserts with scarce food, Arabians actually might require a little less feed than other breeds their size to maintain a healthy weight.
Arabians are prone to several genetic disorders, ranging in seriousness from treatable to fatal. They include:. In terms of behavior, Arabians are generally very sociable with people. Arabian horses need standard equine grooming to keep their coat and skin healthy.
Regular brushing, especially after exercise, will distribute sweat and oils. And using a detangler can help keep their mane and tail smooth. Arabians have played prominent roles in history, carrying important people in war, winning races, and garnering starring roles in movies and books.
A few examples include:. Arabian horses can be loving, loyal, and responsive companions. But they are hot-blooded and highly intelligent horses that need someone with equine experience to train them.
Some older and well-trained Arabians—as well as Arabian crossbreeds—might work for a person with limited horse knowledge, though Arabians do typically remain active well into their golden years. Arabians tend to be more people-oriented than many other horse breeds, and they enjoy the company of their human families.
They're generally a healthy and hardy breed, and they adapt well to a range of environments. Because Arabians are a popular breed, they are fairly easy to find at reputable horse rescues or breeders.
And if possible, have your own vet check out the horse before you decide to bring it home. Also, spend time with the horse, and have the organization show you how it has been trained.
If you ever feel the organization is not being transparent or rushing you through this process, you might consider looking elsewhere for your horse. Otherwise, you can check out all of our other horse breed profiles.
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