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Author : Elaine Landau
Publisher : Lerner Publications
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 20,58 MB
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 076136532X
Describes the characteristics of American quarter horses, including a history, a discussion of their specific traits, and information about riding and ownership.
Author : Steven D. Price
Publisher : Lyons Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 14,94 MB
Release : 2004-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781592282722
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.
Author : Robert Moorman Denhardt
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 47,73 MB
Release : 1967
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780806122854
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
Author : Robert M. Denhardt
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 19,19 MB
Release : 1997-09-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780806129471
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.
Author : Amanda Parise-Peterson
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 16,10 MB
Release : 2018-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1543500382
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.
Author : Robert Moorman Denhardt
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 39,39 MB
Release : 1995-09-01
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780806127712
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.
Author : Barbara M. Linde
Publisher : Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 25,58 MB
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1433964694
Quarter horses are one of the fastest breeds in the world, and they were bred in the American colonies. Even if the name is unfamiliar, quarter horses are one of the most popular breeds in North America today. They’re hardworking, gentle, and incredibly speedy. Horse lovers will enjoy reading about the history of these animals and love looking at action photographs.
Author : Rachel Grack
Publisher : Bellwether Media
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 17,13 MB
Release : 2020-08-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1618919903
Named for their ability to sprint a quarter mile, American quarter horses shine on and off the track! These popular horses also round up cattle and entertain at rodeos. In this title, young readers will learn all about the breed through leveled text and fun features that highlight coat colors, track distances, and more!
Author : Grace Hansen
Publisher : ABDO
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 18,3 MB
Release : 2016-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1680796399
This title will focus on the unique history of the Quarter horse, what it looks like, and what it excels in. Early on in its history, the Quarter horse was known for its ability to run a quarter mile very quickly. They were soon outshined by Thoroughbreds in the racing world, but were easily trained in jumping, rodeo, polo, and more! Big full-bleed photographs, new glossary terms, and fun facts will keep readers wanting more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
Author : Robert Moorman Denhardt
Publisher : University of Oklahoma Press
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 30,49 MB
Release : 1995-09-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780806127484
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.