How to Choose a Thoroughbred Horse

Things You’ll Need:

• 8-foot Lead Rope
• Halter

Step 1:
Identify Thoroughbred horses by their sleek, muscular bodies.

Step 2:
Measure the adult Thoroughbred at 16 to 17.3 hands, with a weight of 1,000 to 1,300 pounds.

Step 3:
Appreciate the beauty of the Thoroughbred's long legs and slender body, which make it ideal for racing.

Step 4:
Note that being high-strung and sensitive gives Thoroughbreds an edge and helps them to compete successfully as race horses.

Step 5:
Be aware that insemination by artificial means is not currently allowed or sanctioned by the Thoroughbred industry. All breeding must be accomplished through live coverage, in which the mare is physically bred by the stud.

Step 6:
Appreciate the beauty of Thoroughbreds in a range of colors.

Step 7:
Note that being tall allows Thoroughbreds to excel at jumping.

Step 8:
Be aware that being a graceful mover helps the Thoroughbred to excel at most of the English disciplines.

Step 9:
Locate organizations that exist to protect retired racehorses and that work to find these horses new homes.

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