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Tennessee Walking Horse (TWH)
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Each breed may have only one topic. The first post in the topic is to be informative. It should help explain the breed, and breeding goals; advice on how to select mares and stallions; and links to ideal Stallions available for breeding.
Keeping a directory of breeders working on the same goal is also helpful.
All new threads must be approved.
Each breed may have only one topic. The first post in the topic is to be informative. It should help explain the breed, and breeding goals; advice on how to select mares and stallions; and links to ideal Stallions available for breeding.
Keeping a directory of breeders working on the same goal is also helpful.
All new threads must be approved.
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Tennessee Walking Horse (TWH)
Known for their distinctive gait, the Tennessee Walking horse plays an important part in the history of American gaited horses. Their bloodlines were influenced by the plantation economy and needs in the southern part of the U.S. during the early to mid 20th century.
Recognized as a an official breed in 1947, the Tennessee Walker is a newer North American breed.
Mid 19th century settlers in the states of Kentucky, Tennessee and Missouri needed horses to compliment their southern plantation lifestyle. They required endurance and the ability to withstand long hours under saddle from their mounts.
The bloodlines of the Tennessee Walker contain Narragensett Pacer, Thoroughbred, Standardbred, Morgan and Saddlebred blood.
The Tennessee Walker of today is larger in structure than its cousin the Saddlebred, and predominately used as for show and pleasure.
Features
Average height 15-16 hands
Smooth, flowing gait
Free flowing movement
When in action, head bobs with body movement
Physique
Large, plain head
Clean, hard legs
Hooves grown long and shod with weighted shoes to encourage movement
Powerful hind legs
Traditional Colors
black | chestnut | pinto
Temperament
Kind and understanding
Creation
[ Thoroughbred x Narragansett Pacer ] x [ American Saddlebred x Standardbred ]
Recognized as a an official breed in 1947, the Tennessee Walker is a newer North American breed.
Mid 19th century settlers in the states of Kentucky, Tennessee and Missouri needed horses to compliment their southern plantation lifestyle. They required endurance and the ability to withstand long hours under saddle from their mounts.
The bloodlines of the Tennessee Walker contain Narragensett Pacer, Thoroughbred, Standardbred, Morgan and Saddlebred blood.
The Tennessee Walker of today is larger in structure than its cousin the Saddlebred, and predominately used as for show and pleasure.
Features
Average height 15-16 hands
Smooth, flowing gait
Free flowing movement
When in action, head bobs with body movement
Physique
Large, plain head
Clean, hard legs
Hooves grown long and shod with weighted shoes to encourage movement
Powerful hind legs
Traditional Colors
black | chestnut | pinto
Temperament
Kind and understanding
Creation
[ Thoroughbred x Narragansett Pacer ] x [ American Saddlebred x Standardbred ]
