Akhal-Teke as potential eventing horse in future

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the physical characteristics of Thoroughbreds and Akhal-Teke horses to assess the potential of Akhal-Tekes for use in eventing. Measurements of withers height, cannon bone circumference and chest girth were taken from 15 Akhal-Tekes and 17 Thoroughbreds of different age and sex while using standardized procedures to ensure accuracy and comparability. Thoroughbreds as well-known superb athletes and their dominance in eventing were used as a benchmark against which Akhal-Tekes were evaluated.