The American Saddlebred or the "Horse American Made" traces back to natural-gaited Galloway and Hobbie horses with were brough to America from the British Isles. The bread has a long and proud history from its original roots. Utilizing selective breeding process, the hardy little horsed thrived along the eastern seaboard as the Narragansett Pacer.. To further the breed selection, in the early 1700's American imported Thoroughbreds and cross them with The Narragansetts. When American reach the Revolutionary War, the horse had taken on the name "The American Horse" and was recognized as a new type of horse. Discover the history of this breed from the American Saddlebred Horse Association.

While retaining the ability of the easy riding gaits, the American horse adopted the size and beauty of the Thoroughbred. With many uses from pulling carriages, riding and other work, they were honored and prized for the pleasurable temperament, eagerness, stamina, and strength. Continuing on into the Civil War, the service the American Horse performed earned it the ability to be named a breed. Generals including Robert E. Lee were know to use the American Saddlebred throughout the war. Once the war had ended, and combined with the continual crossing with thoroughbred and other breeds of horse including Arabian and Morgan, horse owner started to put their horses into the show ring.

Currently, the American Saddlebred is the reigning show horse breed.. Combining an ears forward and prominent neck arch, the American Horse continues to lead the saddle seat riding style. The graceful and powerful high-step is the spectacle of elegance and beauty but also demonstrates the pure athletic competitor that lives within the noble animal.