Horses
Over 250 horses and ponies will compete at the BBX Royal Hobart Show – a showcase of the finest! There are many different breeds of horse that compete at the Show for the sought after Blue Ribbon. One of these breeds is the Arabian horse. Arabian horses are known for their beauty, stamina, and strength. These features have earned them the admiration and adoration of horse lovers everywhere. Arabians are the oldest purebred horses in the world, and no other horse has had such a great influence on so many other breeds. The Arabian horse is an ancient breed that originated in the Middle East as long ago as 2000 B.C.
The Arabian horse is graceful, trim and hardy. They move quickly and lightly on their feet, and they can run for long distances with great endurance.
The Arabian horse has one less rib than other horses, leaving them with 17 rather than the usual 18. They also only have 16 tail vertebrae while other horses have 18. The Arabian horse have elegant slender necks, large dark eyes, small "tea cup" muzzles, and elegant "dished" faces. When Arabians move, they look as though they are floating on air. Their gaits are very graceful and springy and they tend to carry their tails high with pride, making them a beautiful sight to watch.
Arabians also have very strong bones and feet well suiting them to their role as endurance horses. Arabians are highly intelligent, spirited, yet gentle.
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