Horse Colors, Breeds, and Markings

DRAFT=Horses that are 14.2-17.2 hands high and weigh 1400 pounds or more; used for heavy work or pulling loads
MULE=A cross between a female horse and a male donkey
MUSTANG=A wild horse; native of the western plains
PONY=Horses that stand under 14.2 hands high and weigh 500-900 pounds. Possess a distinct conformation on a reduced scale
FERAL=Horses that were once domesticated and have since become wild
COLDBLOOD=Horses that are heavy, solid and strong; calm temperament, draft horses fall under this catergory
LIGHTHORSE=This type of horse stands 14.2-17.2 hands high and weighs 900-1400 pounds. Used primarly for driving, riding, showing and racing
MINIATURE=A very small horse or pony