types of mountain breed horses
The world's best mountain breed. Reliable & sure-footed, very economical to keep. Good for endurance rides in a rough terrain. The Kabardin horse, well-known since the 16th century, is one of Russiaâs âextremeâ breeds, that is a horse meant for living under extreme conditions. The Kabardin thrives in the most difficult mountain terrain, at high altitudes, undeterred by snow and fast rivers.
Profile: The Rocky Mountain Horse originated in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in eastern Kentucky in the late 1800s. The breed gets its name from its foundation stallion, a gaited horse from the Rocky Mountains. The Rocky Mountain Horse was the farmerâs best friend--pulling a plow during the week and taking the family to town on the weekend. It was also the prized mount of area doctors and traveling preachers.