information on the Arabian horse

This is an Arabian horse. Arabian horses come in all colors but chestnut, brown, bay, and black are the colors that people see the most. The Arabian horse above is chestnut. Arabian horses carry their tails very high and are elegant and graceful animals. They are one of the oldest breeds of horses in the world. They have slightly dished faces and a "tea cup" shaped muzzle. They are known for their graceful gaits and beauty. The history of the Arabian horse. Many people found these horses in the desert and captured them. The horses were soon one of the favorites of many kinds of people. People wanted fast, strong, and smart horses to be able to ride during battle and to travel with. Arabians were just the horses! Soon people were riding their Arabian horses everywhere. People were choosing the best horses to have babies. Arabian horses are tough, they are one of the few kinds who were found wandering in the desert. They can survive hot weather or cold weather. Even as a foal or a baby horse, Arabians are pretty. They start out usually brown, or a grayish white color with tiny spots. If they're are gray, they'll turn white as they get older. If they're brown, they'll get lighter as they grow up. Arabians are great with children and love to see people.