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During the mid 1800s, farmers began settling Tennessee
from the surrounding states. The farmers began selectively
breeding horses such as Morgans, Narragansett Pacers,
Standardbreds, Thoroughbreds, all the horse breeds they had with
them. After crossing these breeds the Tennessee Walker was born, a
very easy riding horse that is strong and sturdy. Back then, people
who had to spend many hours riding a horse were very fond of the Tennessee
Walker. In 1935, a registry was formed for the Tenessee Walkers.
Allan, a cross of Hambletonian and Morgan, was chosen to be the
founding stallion of the breed.
An average Tennessee Walker's height
is 15.2 hands and they weigh in from 900 to 1200 pounds. It's coats have
an assortment of possibility: black, brown, chestnut, bay, roan, and much
more. They also come in non solid patterns too. They have an
arched neck topped with an intelligent head, with prominent nostrils.
Their legs are strong, hefty, and clean. Now days Tennessee
Walkers are very popular in the show ring, trail riding, and
pleasure riding. With their marvelous gait they are suitable for
all riders, young to old.
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