Arabian Notable for: Endurance, beauty, intelligence, and versatility. Use: Endurance riding, show horses, pleasure riding.
Thoroughbred Notable for: Speed, athleticism, and spirit. Use: Racing, eventing, show jumping.
Quarter Horse Notable for: Speed in short distances, versatility, and temperament. Use: Western riding, ranch work, rodeo events, racing.
Morgan Notable for: Versatility, strength, and good temperament. Use: Riding, driving, show events, and as family horses.
Warmblood (Dutch, Hanoverian, etc.) Notable for: Athleticism, versatility, and temperament. Use: Dressage, show jumping, eventing.
Appaloosa Notable for: Unique coat patterns, versatility, and temperament. Use: Riding, show events, pleasure, and ranch work.
Andalusian (Pure Spanish Horse) Notable for: Elegance, strength, and versatility. Use: Dressage, classical riding, and as show horses.
Friesian Notable for: Distinctive appearance, calm temperament, and strength. Use: Dressage, driving, and as show horses.