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
Announcing Aeon-Arc
Meet Aeon-Arc Our 2.17.26 Akhal-Teke Colt by Galapker-Dacor and out of Atakty-Dacor. Aeon is the ancient world spelling (like aion) of “eon”, meaning timeless, eternity, and enduring power. This name reflects how special this colt is in having been born in the first moments of Lunar New Year’s Day Year of the Fire Horse as […]
A Film on Akhal-Teke Culture, History, and Art in Turkmenistan
“Akhal-Teke Horses: Heavenly Creatures”: A film on the Akhal-Teke, the culture surrounding them as a national emblem in Turkmenistan, and an overview of their history–currently available to watch online with English subtitles. In addition to showing the beauty contests and racing of Akhal-Tekes in Turkmenistan, it gives an inside look of the practice and significance […]
Melekush: The Royal Gift & First Recorded AT in England
Akhal-Tekes, also called Argamaks by hippologists, have been given as royal and political gifts throughout history. We now know from genetic research that they were likely brought to England either pure or as crossbreds for development of the English Thoroughbred horse–a breed that was once only for the aristocracy. However, the first purebred Akhal-Teke gifted […]
North American AT Model in Tommy Hilfiger’s Campaign
A North American Akhal-Teke modeled for Tommy Hilfiger’s Lunar New Year’s campaign launch with fashion icon Jisoo, made possible by the Akhal-Teke Association of America! 🧧🎬🌟 And not just any stallion–the noble stallion Sagit MiD. He was imported from Kazakhstan and is proudly owned by Katrina and Giles Ardiel of Akhal Valley Farms in Ontario. […]
Resource Organizations
Akhal-Teke Association of America
Akhal-Teke Horse Association
International Association of Akhal-Teke Breeding (MAAK)
International Chaar Appaloosa Horse Association
