about the Quarter Horse
From conjuring up visions of the Pony Express to flashy barrel runners to those good old-fashioned working cowboys’ mounts, Quarter Horses are all but America’s horse.
Their Population is Booming
In fact, since 1940 there have been over 6 million registered quarter horses as of 2020, with approximately 80,000 new registrations being filed each year.
They are Speedy
Even though thoroughbreds tend to get all the glory as fast runners, Quarter Horses are actually some of the fastest equines when tracked over short distances (they are sprinters, not endurance runners).
Quarter Horses are Considered ‘Light Horses’
Light horses are generally categorized as being under 1,500 pounds, meaning they are able to be quick on their feet and are a perfect fit for a variety of careers
Quarter Horses have East Coast Origins
In fact, since 1940 there have been over 6 million registered quarter horses as of 2020, with approximately 80,000 new registrations being filed each year.