Appaloosa Horse

The Appaloosa breed is famously known for its unique spotting patterns and originated in the Palouse area of Washington and Idaho. Settlers called the horse Palouse which eventually transformed into the Appaloosa name we know today. Palouse is believed to be a term used by the Nez Perce and Palouse Indians meaning “Something sticking down in the water”. Spotted horses have a vast history but ended up in North America thanks to Spanish settlers.  The Nez Perce were one of the tribes who embraced horsemanship by selectively breeding quality horses and thus, the Appaloosa. Today, the Appaloosa is bred for Western events and is used for ranch work. They are valued for their good dispositions and all-around family horse personalities. 

Body Type: Stock

Stats: Speed, Power, Agility

Crosses: Araloosa, Pony of the Americas

Base Colors: Bays, Chestnuts, Black, Creams, Pearl, Flaxen, Silver, Champagne, Grey

White / Other Markings: Leopard Patterns, Rabicano, Roan, Splash White, Sooty, Dun

Design Lab Only Colors: None

Reserved Breeding Colors: None