These horses allowed the Native ... are usually Arabian or American Quarter horses and fall into three categories: draft horses, light horses, and ponies, affecting palomino horse size.

America’s native horse breeds evolved alongside the ... combining two popular breeds, the American saddlebred with the Arabian. All national show horses must have at least 50% Arabian blood.

The Santa Ynez valley has long been known for its equestrian roots.  But today, local ranches struggle to stay afloat.