Introducing the Morab Horse of Canada
What is a Morab
A Morab is a horse that appears powerful, muscular and displays athleticism with grace and distinct refinement. They have good saddle conformation and are compact, smooth and stylish. They reach maturity at 5 - 7 years.
To breed a Morab you start with the two, already famous breeds, the Arabian and the Morgan, who, in their own right, made their place amongst some of the most desired breeds of choice in North America and the world. Blending these two breeds gives you the first generation of a Morab. From then on the Morab is bred to Morab.
With the wonderful presence of the Morgan and the beauty of the Arabian, you can see why blending these two magnificent breeds could produce nothing less than a well balanced, well tempered and beautiful horse.
Origin/Development
Though Morabs are new as a registered breed, don't think they haven't been around for a long time. You may or may not be surprised to know that people have been breeding Morabs for over a hundred years. The earliest record of a Morab is in 1855.
As a matter of fact, the famous American publisher, William Randolph Hearst. bred Morabs to work on his 80,000 acre San Simeon Ranch in California and..... he is the one who named them Morabs.
In the beginning years of developing some of the very popular North American breeds of today the Morgan and Arabian played a large role, and within this historical knowledge of the developed breeds, it shows the Morab was part of it... So, in a way, Morabs were a form of the foundation to some famous breeds of today.
Morabs are very distinct. Without a doubt, Morabs are proving they can transmit their distinguishing characteristics to their continued generations, putting the question of breed status to rest! Only the first generation can possess 1/2 Morgan registration, and 1/2 Registration Arabian along with their Registration in the Canadian Morab Registry. This makes the next generation of Morabs Registerable only in the Canadian Morab Registry.
Characteristics/Uniqueness
The average Morab is between 14.2 and 15.2 hands high and weighs between 950 and 1200 lbs. The Morabs skeleton is very different than other horse breeds. Like the Arabian they have one less rib and three less vertebrae, but unique totally to the Morab is the shape of their hindquarters as well as the different pelvic angle. Along with other characteristics, these are the most apparent differences from any other breed.
Taking the Arabian horse, often called the "Drinker Of The Wind" because of its powerful lungs, and combining it with the broad powerful chest of the Morgan, gave the Morab a naturally superior breathing system.
A wide forehead sets off large, dark expressive eyes. A thick mane and tail balances out its muscular build. The Morab's head may be straight to slightly dished with a big powerful jaw in conjunction with a small muzzle.
All well-bred Morabs have a consistently unformed look, with some degree of refinement; with successive generations showing very little if any change from the first generation.
It is this ability to transmit their distinguishing characteristics to their offspring that makes the Morab a distinct breed rather than just another nice cross-bred horse.
Little Tidbits about the Morab Horse
Reasons for a Morab and its uses
What is a Morab
A Morab is a horse that appears powerful, muscular and displays athleticism with grace and distinct refinement. They have good saddle conformation and are compact, smooth and stylish. They reach maturity at 5 - 7 years.
To breed a Morab you start with the two, already famous breeds, the Arabian and the Morgan, who, in their own right, made their place amongst some of the most desired breeds of choice in North America and the world. Blending these two breeds gives you the first generation of a Morab. From then on the Morab is bred to Morab.
With the wonderful presence of the Morgan and the beauty of the Arabian, you can see why blending these two magnificent breeds could produce nothing less than a well balanced, well tempered and beautiful horse.
Origin/Development
Though Morabs are new as a registered breed, don't think they haven't been around for a long time. You may or may not be surprised to know that people have been breeding Morabs for over a hundred years. The earliest record of a Morab is in 1855.
As a matter of fact, the famous American publisher, William Randolph Hearst. bred Morabs to work on his 80,000 acre San Simeon Ranch in California and..... he is the one who named them Morabs.
In the beginning years of developing some of the very popular North American breeds of today the Morgan and Arabian played a large role, and within this historical knowledge of the developed breeds, it shows the Morab was part of it... So, in a way, Morabs were a form of the foundation to some famous breeds of today.
Morabs are very distinct. Without a doubt, Morabs are proving they can transmit their distinguishing characteristics to their continued generations, putting the question of breed status to rest! Only the first generation can possess 1/2 Morgan registration, and 1/2 Registration Arabian along with their Registration in the Canadian Morab Registry. This makes the next generation of Morabs Registerable only in the Canadian Morab Registry.
Characteristics/Uniqueness
The average Morab is between 14.2 and 15.2 hands high and weighs between 950 and 1200 lbs. The Morabs skeleton is very different than other horse breeds. Like the Arabian they have one less rib and three less vertebrae, but unique totally to the Morab is the shape of their hindquarters as well as the different pelvic angle. Along with other characteristics, these are the most apparent differences from any other breed.
Taking the Arabian horse, often called the "Drinker Of The Wind" because of its powerful lungs, and combining it with the broad powerful chest of the Morgan, gave the Morab a naturally superior breathing system.
A wide forehead sets off large, dark expressive eyes. A thick mane and tail balances out its muscular build. The Morab's head may be straight to slightly dished with a big powerful jaw in conjunction with a small muzzle.
All well-bred Morabs have a consistently unformed look, with some degree of refinement; with successive generations showing very little if any change from the first generation.
It is this ability to transmit their distinguishing characteristics to their offspring that makes the Morab a distinct breed rather than just another nice cross-bred horse.
Little Tidbits about the Morab Horse
Reasons for a Morab and its uses
- A Morab holds the 5,000 miles in one year record for endurance racing.
- A Morab received a Team Silver medal in endurance at the World Endurance Championships in Barcelona, Spain, and this horse also received his 6,000 mile AERC medallion. Kootenai Zizzero is owned and ridden by Suzanne Hayes.
- Two matched Morab stallions were the Lone Ranger's horse named Silver.
- A Morab stallion being bred to Morgan mares started the American Albino breed.
- A Morab named Pancho was a two-time Tevis Cup winner, and Haggin Cup winner.
- Morabs have been documented as long as the original Morgan.
- Morabs versatility in many disciplines is making the Morab the horse of choice for competitions, such as Distance Riding, Eventing, Reining, Driving, Dressage, Western/English Equitation, and Pleasure etc.
- Morabs have next to no feet or leg problems.
- Morabs here in Canada are proving their abilities in Endurance and Competitive Trail Riding with an achievement of Legion of Supreme Honor Award. This is just the beginning of the possibilities for the Morab horse.
- Morabs are also excelling in Hunter, Dressage, Penning, Gymkhana, Pony Club, 3-day Eventing,
- We call the Morab "A horse for all reasons" because they are so versatile. They have a real love for people and are very easy going.
- Their shorter back gives the Morab great strength and a smooth gait. These are reasons why the Morab excels in Competitive and Endurance events.
- Working off its powerful hind quarters and using their natural athletic ability makes the Morab well suited for the high performance demands of Dressage, Jumping and Cutting horses.
- Their natural collection and beauty takes people's breath away when they see a Morab in Harness.
- Though the obvious traits of the Morab are highly prized, most owners and breeders will say that the Morab's intelligent, dependable and affectionate nature is what is valued most.
- Morabs are known to assess and accomodate their rider's abilities and perform in accordance with their rider and the task at hand.
- The Morab is one that excels in the show ring, as a working horse, or on the trail.
- They are also well adjusted and can comfortably switch back and forth in all these activities.
- Once people own a Morab, they soon discover the special qualities and find they never want to sell them. Morabs don't change owners very often.