Appaloosa Horse Breed Profile

spots or flecks especially over the haunches.
MarbleVarnish White and dark hairs mingle to create a mottled appearance.
Solidcolored Appaloosa horses may be appendix registered because they can carry the gene for a coat pattern but not exhibit that particular pattern themselves.
The manes and tails of most Appaloosas are very sparse. Thinly haired areas of the body such as the muzzle are mottled. And the hooves are often striped white and dark. 
Unique Characteristics of the Appaloosa
The Appaloosa is best known for their eyecatching appearance which includes mottled skin white sclera and verticalstriped hooves. But hardiness and agility are also valued traits along with an exceptionally faithful nature and gentle demeanor.
The potential combinations of colors and markings are virtually limitless giving each individual Appaloosa a distinct look.
Moreover the striping on the Appaloosas hooves is unusual among horses. It runs vertically with a distinct alternating pattern of dark and light on each hoof. In addition the Appaloosas sclera the white portion of the eye that surrounds the iris is visible. This is a characteristic not seen in other horse breeds.