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Today, despite advances in technology, horses are involved in many areas of human life, from agriculture to private horse riding. These beautiful noble animals not only help people, but also serve as entertainment, participating in races at the hippodrome or in various competitions related to equestrian sports.
If we talk about the value of horses, at all times, purebred breeds were most valued, which could be used in various competitions and which gave excellent results. But this does not mean that the most expensive horse in the world is necessarily an athlete. It can also be a purebred stallion with an ideal pedigree, in which there are many record-breaking athletes. Such a breeding horse may never enter the competition, but it will still be expensive.
Arabian horse
World horse price criteria
Many factors affect the price of horses, so there is no definite answer which is the most expensive horse in the world. The price is influenced not only by the breed of the animal, but also by the rarity of the individual, its personal qualities and sporting achievements.
Characteristics of the most expensive breeds
The most expensive breeds are:
- Thoroughbred horse;
- Sorraya;
- Arabian horse;
- Friesian horse;
- American trotting horse;
- Oryol trotter.
Oryol trotter
Thoroughbred horse
Comes from England. Most of all they are appreciated due to the development of incredible speed. In this field, all other breeds of horses lag behind by an order of magnitude, and if riding horses take part in horse races, other horses no longer participate, because they are doomed to defeat in advance.
The ancestors of riding are the graceful horses of the East.
They are graceful and beautiful animals. They are fast, but not hardy, so they practically do not participate in long-distance races, although there are exceptions.
They differ in a somewhat choleric temperament - they are quickly reacting animals with full dedication of their strength.
They are whimsical in the content, react to changes in climatic conditions, therefore, caring for them should be taken seriously. On average, they reach a height of 1.5 meters. They are lean and well muscled. Most of all they are used in short-distance races, where they show simply brilliant results.
Thoroughbred horse
Sorraya
A very rare breed. There are only 200 of them left in the world, and then thanks to the efforts of horse breeders, who now carefully select breeding foals and monitor the purity of the breed. The name comes from the Portuguese river Sorraia, in the region of which these purebreds were found.
These horses are usually gray with zebra stripes on their legs. According to zoologists, their appearance is rather primitive and far from the gracefulness of horses of other breeds. They are of short stature - about 145 cm, with a dry body and a long neck.
Arabian horses
They are considered the oldest horse breed. The first mentions of them date back to the IV-VII centuries on the territory of the Arabian Peninsula.
Arabian horses
Small animals - the height at the withers reaches from 1.47 meters to 1.55 meters. They have a small head and small ears.
A characteristic difference is the so-called "cock's tail", which they raise during the race.
There are different colors: black, red, gray and bay.
These are extremely hardy, beautiful animals that, despite their small stature, can tirelessly carry a rider for several days in a row in long-distance races. They can cover more than 150 km per day. In addition, they are often used to improve other horse breeds. They are distinguished by good health, they are centenarians among their relatives.
Frisian
Another prestigious horse was bred in the 16th-17th centuries in the northern part of the Netherlands by crossing local breeds with Spanish horses.
Friesian horse
These are beautiful animals with a slightly heavy body and long legs. They have a high set head and a straight profile. They are distinguished by a lush mane and tail.
The suit is black. They reach a height of 162 cm. They have a friendly calm disposition and beautiful posture.
They are distinguished by a high stroke, which is why they look very impressive at a trot. Most suitable for harness competitions.
American trotting horse
Appeared in the United States in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Belongs to easy-harness breeds. It was officially recognized as a separate breed in 1879.
American trotter
They are distinguished by good health, they have an agreeable disposition, they are easy to train. These are small, but strong horses. Their average height is about 156 cm. The most widespread is the bay color.
Most often they are used in sledding and short distance running.
Thoroughbred Oryol trotter
It is the pride of Russian horse breeders. Count Aleksey Orlov-Chesmensky was engaged in breeding the breed after his retirement in 1775. The breed was obtained by crossing an Arab stallion and Dutch mares.
These animals have a calm but energetic character. They are large, but with a harmonious physique.
Growth at the withers reaches 170 cm. Small head, long neck and straight back.
They are used in a wide variety of areas - from agriculture to harnessing. Also, stallions are often used to improve other breeds.
Names of famous horses
Franken
Most of the high-value horses are purchased for racing.
The most expensive horse in the world today is the Arabian horse Frenkel - its price at the peak of fame was 200 million dollars. Conducted 14 victorious races. At this time, the trotter does not participate in races, it is a breeding stallion of many athletes among horses.
Another stallion named Fusaichi Pegasus was sold by the owner from Japan to stud breeders from Ireland for 60 million dollars after he brought 4 victories to his owner.
The thoroughbred Annihilator from Australia was ranked third among the most expensive horses. His selling price was nearly $ 20 million and he retired in 2012.
Today, horses are given special attention, they often cost fabulous money - much more expensive than the most expensive cars in the world. Basically, such breeds are owned by Arab sheikhs, for whom participation in sports races is an integral part of life.
