According to archaeologists, the domesticated horse has been around for nearly 50 million years. Today, there are 300 breeds of horses in the world, each developed for a singular purpose; racing, hauling, pleasure riding, competing, breeding, police work, and more.
The poignant stories of "Black Beauty," "National Velvet," "The Black Stallion," and "Hidalgo" reflect the love that humans have for their horses. Ponies, farm horses, wild horses, or thoroughbreds--the horse has long been a friend and companion to humans across the globe.
