The Cleavland Bay horse is one of the oldest British horse breeds and was used in the 18th and 19th centuries. The Cleavland Bay was influenced by the Spanish horses.

Breeding

The Cleavland Bay horse is a breed which was developed in the middle ages from the bay colored Chapman horses of Cleavland in northern England.  It was free from outside influence 

Characteristics

The breed is longlived, transmitting, size, bone, constitutional hardness, and usually jumping ability when crossed with the Thoroughbred.  It is employed in places such as the Royal stables.

History

The Akhal-Teke is the most equivalent of the Horse Type 3. It epitomizes the thin-skinned, fine-coated, and heat resistant desert horse. There is evidence that it was in existance over 3,000 years ago in the area of present-day Turkmenistan. 

The Akhal-Teke is bred around the oases of the Karakum Desert. It has contributed to many breeds but has been influenced by none. The Akhal-Teke has been used for things such as racing. 

The Akhal-Teke is quite distinctive in apperance. The metallic, golden-dun coloring is a particular feature. The Akhal-Teke is possessed of boundless stamina and endurance, horses of the breed performing unequaled feats over. Today the Akhal-Teke races, is a long-distance performer, and competes in jumping and dressage.