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Morgan
| History |
The American Morgan horse is very unusual, it can be traced back to just one stallion. The little but powerful Justin Morgan, who stood at 14hh but excelled in weight-pulling contests and races, in harnesses and under the saddle. He was born in West Springfield, Massachusetts in 1789 and was originally named Figure. Owned by a man named Justin Morgan, the horse later came to be identified by the name of this particular owner, and "the Justin Morgan horse" also gave its name to the breed. |
| Conformation |
The Morgan horse is compact and refined in build, with strong limbs, an expressive face, large eyes, well-defined withers, laid back shoulders and a well arched neck and a clean cut head. There is officially one Breed Standard for Morgan type regardless of the discipline or bloodline of the individual horse. |
| Height |
14.1-15.2hh With some individuals over or under. Morgans under 14.2 are eligible for registration with the National Morgan Pony Registry.
(hh= Hands High, one hand is 4 inches) |
| Color |
Bay, Brown, Chestnut or Black. No white markings above the knee or hock, except white markings on face. |
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