Arabian horse
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The Arabian horse is a breed famous for beauty and stamina. It is one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. Arabian horses are bred with horses of other breeds to add speed, beauty, endurance, and strong bones. Today, Arabian ancestors are found in almost every breed of riding horse.
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Conservation status | DOM |
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Other names | Arabian, Arab |
Country of origin | Developed in the Middle East, most notably Arabian peninsula |
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Distinguishing features | finely chiseled bone structure, concave profile, arched neck, comparatively level croup, high-carried tail. |
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The Arabian horse developed in the deserts of Arabia by the Bedouin people. People sometimes brought their horses into family tent for shelter and protection. This close relationship with humans made the Arabian a horse with a kind temper and quick to learn. It also was used as a war horse. This meant that it needed speed and to be very alert. This blend of traits makes it necessary for people today to treat Arabian horses with kindness and respect.