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Standardbred Horses

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Longer and more muscular than Thoroughbreds, the Standardbred, is primarly used in harness racing.

Suffolk Horses

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The large, easy-going Suffoks can be used for heavy hauling.

Tennessee Walking Horses

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Tennesee Walking Horses have a long history in America; they're an ideal for performance and pleasure showing, as well as general riding.

Thoroughbred Horses

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Developed in England for racing, Thoroughbreds are still among the fasted horses bred.

African Geese

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A massive breed raised for meat and feathers, the African is a hardy breed of goose.

Goose Breed Profiles: Get to Know Chinese Geese

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Prolific layers, Chinese geese are small, graceful and thought to descend from the Asian Swan goose.

Embden Geese

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The tall, down- and egg-producing Embden has been described as one of the most popular breeds of geese.

Pilgrim Geese

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A medium-class, sex-linked breed, the Pilgrim has distinct coloration and produces fine meat.

Toulouse Geese

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A old, French breed, the heavy Toulouse is characterized by a large pendulous dewlap.

Call Ducks

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A bantem breed, Calls can be kept for pets or used in shows; they make good mothers.

Muscovy Ducks

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Fabulous foragers, Muscovies are among the largest duck breeds can be recognized by their red, fleshy carnucles.

Rouen Ducks

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The Rouen is a handsome, heavyweight duck is frequently raised as a show bird--as well as for meat.

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