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Bookmark or Share- Standardbred - WikipediaThe Standardbred is an American horse breed best known for its ability in harness racing where they compete at either a trot or pace. Developed in North America, the Standardbred is recognized worldwide, and the breed can trace its bloodlines to 18th-century England. They are solid, well-built horses with good dispositions.
- Harness Racing - USTA Racing - United States Trotting AssociationHarness Racing - USTA Racing - United States Trotting Association. The USTA's Internet-based computer database is your source for complete and official data on Standardbred racing, breeding, and data on the individuals who drive, train, own, and breed Standardbreds.
- Standardbred Horse Breed FactsStandardbred horses are a versatile breed known for their athleticism, gentle temperament, and distinctive physical appearance. Developed in the United States in the late 18th century, Standardbreds are primarily used for harness racing, but also excel in pleasure riding and other equine sports.
- The Standardbred Horse: Anything but StandardStandardbred Horses: Anything but Standard. A Standardbred makes a wonderful choice for novice riders who may choose the trail or casual riding over the competition ring. The average height for the breed is 14.2 to 15.3 hands, and a weight of 900 to 1,000 pounds means they are smaller than Thoroughbreds and warmbloods.
- Standardbred | Harness Racing, Trotting, Pacing | BritannicaStandardbred, breed of horse developed in the United States in the 19th century and used primarily for harness racing. The foundation sire of this breed was the English Thoroughbred Messenger (1780–1808), imported to the United States in 1788. His progeny, of great trotting capacity, were bred with.
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