Standardbred

Standardbred
Other names
  • STB
  • American Standardbred[1]: 436 
  • American Trotter[1]: 503 
Country of originUnited States
Traits
Distinguishing featuresWell-muscled, long body, slightly heavier than a Thoroughbred, solid legs and powerful shoulders and hindquarters; able to trot or pace at speed for racing.
Breed standards

The 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.

  1. ^ a b Cite error: The named reference cabi was invoked but never defined (see the help page).