The Akhal-Teke
The Akhal-Teke is a breed of living history, representing over 3,000 years of equestrian partnership. From their back, the early world was shaped, and from their blood the modern horse was born. The Akhal-Teke has carried many names throughout its development: Fergana, Heavenly Horse, Argamak, Turcoman, Turk, and more. It became legendary for its swiftness, stamina, intelligence, loyalty, and otherworldly traits such as hooded eyes and a metallic coat.
The Chaar Appaloosa Horse
The Chaar Appaloosa Horse is a sacred, spotted mountain horse of the ancient Silk Road. They were believed to be extinct, only surviving through ancient folklore and petroglyphs, but were genetically rediscovered and are being revived through strategic breeding. They are unique Central Asian originators of the appaloosa leopard spot and shuffle gait genes, which inspired their current name. Used for mountain riding, herding, and the sport of horseball.
What’s the Latest
Gappar-Dacor At Stud in Ontario for 2026
Our stallion Gappar-Dacor is standing at stud for 2026 at Akhal Valley Farms in Ontario, Canada! Recently listed on DreamHorse.com, view his listing here.
Our Research and Film Project Feature in Teke Mania Magazine
The Akhal-Teke Horse Association so beautifully featured our story about our ongoing whole genome and documentary project! We have been incredibly touched by the generous support of the Akhal-Teke community. Last fall we traveled around Europe to meet our project goals, where we inteviewed 24 Akhal-Teke owners and collected data on 80 purebreds. This year […]
Horse Capital TV: Akhal-Teke Documentary
Horse Capital Television excitingly filmed some of the events and horses during the Akhal-Teke Association of America conference this past weekend in Florida! 🎬🎤🦄 It is always so wonderful to introduce new people to the Akhal-Teke breed and share how special these horses are. Present were 12 Akhal-Tekes, with 5 even all the way from […]
Pillars of Our Program’s Foundation
We have loved spending the weekend at the Akhal-Teke Association of America conference with so many incredible, passionate Akhal-Teke breeders and owners who we are so grateful to know and continue to be inspired by. Pictured with us here are some of the most important figures in our journey with Arcana Heritage Horses, and we […]
Resource Organizations
Akhal-Teke Association of America
Akhal-Teke Horse Association
International Association of Akhal-Teke Breeding (MAAK)
International Chaar Appaloosa Horse Association
