Comments for Arabian Horse Centre

Comment on Does anyone stay away from arabian horses becuase of there temperment? by Wendy C

Wendy C — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:58:52 +0000

I have a friend who does horse rescue. Someone asked which is the most difficult horse to handle, and one of my fellow volunteers answered, “Any given horse on any given day” which is true. Just like people, horses can have good and bad days. When they have a day where something scares them, it’s important you react calmly, so they can be reassured you are there for them. Only through patient training can a horse, any horse, be considered “bombproof.”

Comment on Does anyone stay away from arabian horses becuase of there temperment? by cathi

cathi — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 06:40:31 +0000

ditto. its all in the handeling, same as dogs and cats.

Comment on What are the main differences between a quarter horse and an arabian horse? by mindy r

mindy r — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:04:10 +0000

the best resource is the breed association itself. you can read all about the breeds history, type and usage. often photos are on the sites as well as breed classifieds. most registries are online now.

Comment on Does anyone stay away from arabian horses becuase of there temperment? by horse girl

horse girl — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:52:09 +0000

i love all horses and i have three horses one Arabian horse, Tennessee walker,and a draft horse. weird huh? but i have realized that all horses no matter what breed they are spook!!!! my two show horses spook less easily but they where trained not to spook. the person that told you that is just idiotic!!!!!!!!! it depends on how they were raised, there envorment,training, owners, and much, much more. you shouldn’t all ways believe what others say to you.

Comment on What are the main differences between a quarter horse and an arabian horse? by Bobbi

Bobbi — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 22:33:09 +0000

If we knew a little more about what you were going to do with your horse, it would help. They are both good breeds of horses and you really can generalize when it comes to some things. Now, if you will edit what you plan to do with your horse, I will also edit my answer and attempt to add more to what you wanted to know…oh, by the way, to the poster who made the comment that the Arabian is a longer horse….how is he a longer horse if he has one rib shorter than a quater horse???? just curious where you got your information…in fact, the Arabians are known for their short, strong back.

Comment on Does anyone stay away from arabian horses becuase of there temperment? by saffy

saffy — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:07:33 +0000

I love the fire of the arabians and no they don’t spook anymore than any other horse it is all in how they are treated and how you educate them. all horses can be spooky about things it all hinges on how you deadl with showing them that what they are afraid of won’t hurt them. I owned two Quarter horses and they are supposed to be known for their unflappable nature. One was extremely good with most new things the other was at times scared of her own shadow because she came from an abusive home. It took me along time to get her to a point where she was safe to ride outside the arena. All horses have an in built flight instinct and it is hard to know how even the most sensible horse will react to new situations and surroundings. So go on your own experience if you have no trouble handling your Arabs don’t worry about what someone else says.

Comment on What are the main differences between a quarter horse and an arabian horse? by michelemybell429

michelemybell429 — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 17:58:15 +0000

The largest differences…..well….Arabians run around with their heads and tails in the air kind of floaty like, they have small behinds, thin shoulders and I don’t particularly care for how they are put together body wise. However, they do have very elegant dished faces. The Arabians I’ve had the ‘privilege’ of meeting were not well mannered, they were hot headed, their riders let them get away with kicking like jerks on the trail, and they could never keep up, and they move odd.

I believe that QH’s are MUCH better put together, their behinds seem to fit their body types better, they have thick shoulders. They are usually well mannered and can virtually do any and every discipline and type of riding. You can find a QH for every personality type, they go for hot headed to docile and quiet. QH are the most sought after and most popular horse breed in the United States. I think that for a first horse a QH would be your best choice. However, it is all up to the individual, I wouldn’t put an Arabian in my barn if my life depended on it, I think they are crazy and I wouldn’t trust them any further than I could throw them. HOWEVER, that has been MY experience with them and it ONLY MY opinion. I am MORE than sure that there are very docile and well mannered Arabians out there, I just don’t care.

Comment on What are the main differences between a quarter horse and an arabian horse? by Rachel F

Rachel F — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:46:35 +0000

Arabs and QH’s are different like night and day.
Arabs are a little bit on the hot headed side. Lots of energy.
there are many different types of QH’s. you have your pleasure breed, halter, cuttin, cow bred. Many types but they all act differrent.

Comment on What are the main differences between a quarter horse and an arabian horse? by equestrian

equestrian — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 20:37:49 +0000

Wow! What a mixed bag of answers you are getting!

Depending on what discipline you are riding, various breeds will be more appropriate than others. For jumping/dressage, Thoroughbreds and Warmbloods prevail.

For working cows, you will see more Quarter Horses than anything else. Any breed is capable of doing that work, just QH/Paints, stock breeds, are bred to excel at this line of work. QH’s are stocky, generally calm horses. They are very versatile, making them the #1 registry in the world.

Arabians excel in endurance and distance riding. They have one less vertebrae than other breeds, making their backs very strong. Excellent trail horses.

Tennessee Walkers and Missouri Fox Trotters are excellent trail horses that are also shown at breed shows in their various gaits.

There are just too many breeds to extol the virtues of each. Most important is the discipline you ride, then finding a horse that has the qualities you desire. Ride as many horses as you can, and eventually you will find your dream horse. Best of luck!

Comment on Does anyone stay away from arabian horses becuase of there temperment? by awsomejoker

awsomejoker — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 19:01:46 +0000

Arabains aren’t really spooky. Some of them are high spirited because they come from the desert. Some people get that confused with spooking.Arabians are gracefull horses.I just love to watch them run free in the pasture.