Animal knowledge: the Appaloosa horse

Sep 01 12:10pm

Appaloosa horse

The spotted pattern of the Appaloosa coat sets this breed apart. Each horse is as unique as a fingerprint. The most common markings are the blanket pattern (white cover over the hips with a contrasting body colour) and the leopard pattern (white with black spots).

Foals often develop more white areas as they mature. Spotted horses have been around for 20,000 years. They're gentle, intelligent and train well (ideal for dressage and showjumping). Although requiring sun protection, the Appaloosa is hardy, living for 25-30 years.

Contact the Australian Appaloosa Association, www.appaloosa.org.au and Lord Ben Farm, (02) 4774 8194 or www.crownpark.com.au

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1. aleisha.price - Jun 07 06:03pm

Hi there my name is Aleisha Price.
I live in Goulburn and out on my nan and pop's farm I have a Appoloosa and his name is Beediey. He is white with tiny spotted black dot's.

Love From,
Aleisha Price

2. aleisha.price - Jun 07 06:49pm

Hi Dr Harry,
What have you been doing latley? I haven't been doing much, But on the 7th, 8th and 9th i am going to Canberra to play in the REP hockey for Goulburn. Next weekend i amgoing out to my nan and pop's farm to ride Beediey. I hope that it is a nice day.
Aleisha