Why
Arabians?
First
of all the Arabian is the oldest purebred in the world. In fact,
they are the foundation horse for popular recreational breeds such as
Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse and Morgan. They are intelligent, easy
to train, and enjoy human companionship. Some consider the Arabian
the most intelligent of all breeds of horse. Its shield-like bulge between
the eyes, called the jibbah is said to allow for greater brain
capacity. The Arabian possesses a long memory, quick comprehension, alert
curiosity, resourcefulness and sociability. Centuries of close
relationships with humans have given Arabians a friendly, loyal
disposition, marked by a desire to please their master. They enjoy playing
with people as much as horses.
The Arabian horse's
characteristics make it just as athletic as it is attractive for the
following reasons:
- short, dished head and flaring nostrils
allow for maximum oxygen intake
- arched neck keeps the windpipe defined
and clear to carry air to the lungs
- plenty of room for lung expansion
because of well-sprung ribs and a deep chest cavity
- the Arabian's strong resilient legs are
free of most lameness problems
- Genetic stability gives the Arabian
sound health
The Arabian also consistently lives out
other breeds. Most Arabians are in their prime at 20, and many live well
past 30.
Our Broodmares for 2002
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Magique Fire
SB (Talisman's Lancer x Magique)
Pedigree
Fire
is a 1997 Chestnut who is sweet enough to be used as a child's lesson horse. With names like Bay El Bey++, Bay Abi++ and Gwalior++ in her pedigree, as
well as double lines to *Bask++ this mare has the conformation and
personality to create beautiful foals. We are very much looking
forward to our next breeding season with her.
Saphire FF
(Strikeuptheband x Magique)
Pedigree
1998 Bay
There is something to say about a horse
when four kids can pose for a picture with her in her stall. She
just started training in 2001 and has done well enough to be ridden by a
novice and place in an "A" show. With lines to *Aladdinn
and *Bask++ she should produce some showstoppers.
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