Quarab

The Quarab horse is a hybrid breed that is the result of breeding a Quarter Horse/American Paint Horse and an Arab horse.

They are popular horses because they are versatile and can be used for many different purposes.

If you’re thinking about adding a Quarab to your herd, here’s everything you need to know about this unique breed!

Quarab Breed Info

Here are some of the key things you need to know about the Quarab:

Height (size) 14.0 – 16.0 hands high
Colors All colors and patterns, with the exception of leopard spotting
Country of Origin United States of America
Common Uses Western disciplines, jumping, dressage, driving, trail riding, endurance

Quarab Facts & Information (Breed Profile)

Quarabs were developed in the 1960s in the United States.

In order for a Quarab to be eligible for registration with the AHQHR, the Quarter Horse or Paint Horse parent of the Quarab must first be registered with either the American Quarter Horse Association or the American Paint Horse Association.

The first Quarab registry was established in 1984, but eventually ceased operations.

The International Quarab Horse Association was established in 1999 and continues to be the most influential organization in the Quarab breeding industry.

The registration will only accept horses whose parents are registered with the appropriate breed registries, which are the American Quarter Horse Association, the Arabian Horse Association, or the American Paint Horse Association.

Additionally, horses must have at least 1/8 of their blood come from either the Arabian or the stock (Quarter or Paint) horse parent.

If you’re interested in learning more about this fascinating breed, keep reading!

Alternative Names

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Temperament/Personality

Intelligent, nice temperament, but lively

Physical Characteristics

It combines the stamina, sophisticated appearance, and magnificent head of Arabian horses with the athleticism and highly sought-after genetics of the Quarter Horse breed.

There are three recognized types: Straight or Foundation (an even cross between the Arabian and stock horse types), Stock (a bigger emphasis on stock horse breeding) and Pleasure (a bigger emphasis on Arabian breeding).

Colors

All colors and patterns, with the exception of leopard spotting

Height (size)

14.0 – 16.0 hands high

Stallions

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Weight

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Blood Type

Warm

Common Uses

Western disciplines, jumping, dressage, driving, trail riding, endurance

Health

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Country of Origin

United States of America

Ancestors

Cross-breed between an Arabian Horse and an American Quarter Horse or a Paint horse