Breyer Classics Pinto Horse and Foal Fun facts about Pintos A Pinto horse is a horse of any breed that has a patterned coat of white and another color The conquistadors brought their spotted Spanish horses to America in the 16th century and the word pinto Pintos with a medicine hat, a large patch of color that covers the ears and top of the head like a bonnet A great introduction into the wonderful world of model horses