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Welcome To The National Spotted Saddle Horse Association
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The Association is dedicated to establishing a uniform breed saddle horse that is naturally gaited and performs without the use of punishing training aids or substances. While presenting a natural gaited saddle horse, the National Spotted Saddle Horse exhibits "coats of many colors." A more beautiful or useful animal cannot be found.
The Spotted Saddle Horse originated in middle Tennessee. Spanish American type spotted ponies, prized for their gentle disposition and attractive color and markings, were crossed with other established gaited breeds, mainly Tennessee Walking Horses, to produce a natural gaited riding horse that was large enough for adult riders, with longer legs, bodies and necks; yet still retaining the gentleness and charm of the spotted pony.
The original purpose of the Spotted Saddle Horse was intended as a family riding horse, used for general pleasure and trail riding. The Spotted Saddle Horse is now being found in the show ring, in a variation of classes from Halter Classes for colts, Novice & Amateur classes, Driving classes, Youth classes, Age Division classes and the always exciting Stake classes. The Spotted Saddle Horse is appearing at Bird Dog Field Trials throughout the southern states, and is fast becoming a requested mount for such sporting events.
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