Quarter horses
"The American Quarter Horse is an American breed of horse that excels at sprinting short distances. Its name came from its ability to outdistance other horse breeds in races of a quarter mile or less; some individuals have been clocked at speeds up to 55 mph."
"The American Quarter Horse is well known both as a race horse and for its performance in rodeos, horse shows and as a workingranch horse. The compact body of the American Quarter Horse is well-suited to the intricate and speedy maneuvers required in reining,cutting, working cow horse, barrel racing, calf roping, and other western riding events, especially those involving live cattle. The American Quarter Horse is also shown in English disciplines, driving, and many other equestrian activities."
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"The American Quarter Horse is well known both as a race horse and for its performance in rodeos, horse shows and as a workingranch horse. The compact body of the American Quarter Horse is well-suited to the intricate and speedy maneuvers required in reining,cutting, working cow horse, barrel racing, calf roping, and other western riding events, especially those involving live cattle. The American Quarter Horse is also shown in English disciplines, driving, and many other equestrian activities."
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