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The horse (Equus caballus sometimes seen as a subspecies of the Wild Horse, Equus ferus caballus) is a large odd-toed ungulate mammal, one of ten modern species of the genus Equus. Horses have long been one of the most economically important domesticated animals, and have played an important role in the transport of people and cargo for thousands of years. While isolated domestication may have occurred as early as 10,000 years ago, clear evidence of widespread horse use by humans dates to around 2000 BC. Since they were domesticated, selective breeding has resulted in many breeds. Some have been bred so that they can be ridden, usually with a saddle, while other breeds can be harnessed to pull objects like carriages or plows. In some cultures, horses are a source of food, including horse meat and sometimes milk; in other cultures it is taboo to eat them. Today, in wealthy countries, horses are predominantly kept for leisure and sporting pursuits, while they are still used as working horses in many other parts of the world.
Biology of the horse
Depending on breed, management, and environment, the domestic horse today has an average life expectancy of 25 to 30 years.
The mare is pregnant for 11 months and usually gives birth to one foal (male: colt, female: filly). Twins are rare, but do occur on occasion. Horses may sometimes be physically capable of reproduction at approximately 18 months, particularly colts, but in practice rarely are allowed to breed until the age of 2 or 3 years at the earliest. Fillies are rarely bred until they are at least 3 years old. Horses are not considered completely grown until an average age of 4 years, though age of achieving full growth also varies by breed and by individual genetics. In the strenuous sport of endurance riding, horses are not allowed to compete until they are a full 60 months (5 years) old.
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Arizona Gaited Horses - Arizona's resource for gaited horse owners and enthusiasts. Includes list of breeds, ranches, classified advertising, health articles, and weblog.
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Gaited Horse Magazine - Featuring articles, classifieds, and upcoming events for Tennessee Walking Horses, Morgan Horses, Rocky Mountain Horses, Paso Fino, Peruvian Paso, and Missouri Fox Trotters.
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Gaited Horse Sense - A forum to discuss gaited horses.
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Welcome to the World of Gaited Horse Lovers. Feel free to discuss gaited horses, read and post about your experiences,training,etc. Also list your gaited horse or horses for sale, list your farm, trail events, show schedules,... ]
Gaited Horses - Directory of links for the gaited horse breeds. Includes trainers, breeders, shows, clubs and associations, and general information.
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Gaited Horses Down Under - Information on breeds, gaits and breeders of gaited horses in Australia, New Zealand, and the Australasian Region.
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Gaits of Gold Inc. - Formed to equip people for working with their gaited horses in an effective and humane manner. Includes newsletters, frequently asked questions, clinic schedule, and classified advertising. Offers tack for sale.
itedHorse - An email discussion group on training, with emphasis on natural training, for owners of Gaited Horses. Information on how to join; message archives for members only.
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Walkers for Sale - Free listings and advertisements for gaited horses only. Cost to add photos. Stallion directory.
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