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An Introduction to the Arabian Horse
The Arabian (or Arab) is a particular breed of horse from the deserts of Arabia. Today Arabians can be found all over the world, but their original home was in the Arabian Peninsula, stretching from modern day Yemen and Oman in the south, up to the desert areas of Syria and Iraq in the north.
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Distinctive Features of the Arabian Horse
Introduction The beauty of the Arabian horse is undeniable. With its striking appearance, graceful movement, and noble character, it is often regarded as one of the most beautiful breeds in the world. Interestingly however, the Arabian horse was not fashioned by the desires of the Bedouin for a particular look. Rather their horses were bred primarily for survival in the harsh desert environment, and beyond that, to excel in the Bedouins’ defining activity: the ghazw, or desert raid. The ghazw was a military expedition that involved a surprise attack on an enemy, usually another Bedouin tribe, though it could also be an outside enemy. The raid would often involve taking…
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Colours of the Arabian
What are the different colours that Arabian horses can be? How common are each of the colours, and is it true that black Arabians are rare and difficult to come by?
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Parts of a Horse
This article is intended as a starting reference for the names of the areas and parts of a horse. It includes the names of basic markings on the face and legs. While it should be sufficient for...
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Types of Bow
There are many ways to categorise archery bows, but perhaps the easiest way to think about them is to divide them into three main types - compound, recurve, and longbows. Compound bows are the most modern types of bow, and use ...
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The Riding Arena
Arenas in some form have been used for riding and training horses for a long time. There is good evidence that a riding arena of sorts, called the Cavallerizza, was …
