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some of the more modern breeds. In color 

 they are usually dark. 



3. American Trotters, which are of American 

 origin and are represented by a preponderance 

 of blood in the native light horses of America. 

 They are usually dark in color, but vary greatly 

 in type. Quality and stamina are outstanding 

 attributes, since they are descended from the 

 Thoroughbred. 



4. Morgans, a branch of the American Trot- 

 ters. 



5. American Saddle-Horses, which are found 

 most numerous in Kentucky, Missouri and 

 Tennessee. This breed possesses extreme 

 style and quality and shows five gaits ; namely, 

 walk, trot, canter, rack, running walk or fox 

 trot or slow pace. The solid dark colors are 

 preferred in this breed. 



II. Coach-Horses 



are larger than those of the former class. 

 They range in weight from 1,15010 1,450 pounds, 

 and in height from 15.2 to 1 6 hands, the average 

 weight being about 1,250 pounds, and height 

 15.3 hands. They are similar to Light Horses 

 in skeletal structure, but are very smooth in 

 conformation, showing thicker muscles and 

 more symmetrical body curves. Their use is to 

 draw fine carriages and carry fine harness, 

 consequently style, action and quality are 

 essential. Extreme high action at knee and 



