Buyer question
Is an Arabian horse good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Arabian horse 3 out of 5 for beginners (needs calm, clear handling).
Source: the Arabian horse page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Arabian horse in the Animal Library
The detail
One of the oldest horse breeds, bred by desert Bedouin for endurance, loyalty and a light, efficient frame. Arabians are intelligent, sensitive and very people-oriented, and they reward a calm, consistent handler.
- Temperament
- Smart, sensitive, loyal
- Best fit
- Endurance, trail, show
- Trainability
- 4 out of 5 (Learns fast, remembers all)
- Upkeep
- 2 out of 5 (Efficient keeper, hard feet)
- Energy
- 4 out of 5 (Endurance engine)
What to weigh
Arabians are quick to notice and quick to react, and rough or inconsistent handling shows. Several inherited diseases in the breed are fatal, so genetic testing is basic diligence.