History In 1972 the Mexican Charros (cowboys) began a quest to produce a horse with the agility, quickness and cow sense to work on their cattle ranches. For this they chose the Andalusian to cross with their Quarter Horses and Criollo mares. The results were astounding. A horse with speed, heart, stamina, grace and an outstanding disposition and ability to learn. That horse not only possessed the ability to work on their ranches but also the versatility to have many other uses. The Azteca was born, and in the years following has acquired so much recognition it has earned the title of the "National Horse of Mexico". The Andalusian used to breed with their mares, is an ancient and rare breed. They are very sturdy with a long sloping shoulders, natural collection, extremely sturdy legs and hooves. Sought after for their quite temperament they are easily handled, yet have a reserve of energy when called upon. Andalusian through out history were revered for their abilities when used as a warhorse. Still today, these same skills are used in Spain and Portugal to work cattle and the notorious fighting bulls. In the bull ring they carry their riders with unimaginable grace and speed. Today 80% of all modern breeds including the Quarter horse trace back to the illustrious horse of Spain and Portugal. The American Azteca combines both the new and the old world, resulting in a noble, docile, agile, proud spectacular horse. The breed is very easy to train and once taught never forgets. Breed Description This breed inherits beauty, temperament, pride, agility and spirit from their Andalusian blood and strength heart and speed from their Quarter Horse Blood. The breed requires there be no more then 3/4 Andalusian or Quarter Horse blood in the first generations. The American Azteca should be a blood Balance between the between breeds with qualities of both. The intention is to create a new type that exhibits the best of both breeds.                                               The recommended characteristics of the American Azteca are as follows. Some variations are seen. Average size ranges from 14.2 t 16. hands. Both Quarter Horse and Paint horses proving no more the 1/4 TB can be used for breeding American Aztecas. All AQHA and APHA marking and colors are acceptable. The head is of medium size with a straight, slightly convex or slightly concave profile with a broad forehead, expressive eyes and medium ears which are mobile and well placed. The neck is well muscled, shapely, and slightly arched with a medium crest and a broad base where it joins on to a long sloping should. A long flowing mane and tail are often seen. The withers broad and slightly muscled, yet defined. The haunches, strong and well muscled leading to a well set medium to low tail. The legs are well muscled with dense bone, good joints and strong hooves. Retained from the Andalusian a free should and hip which allows them to be incredibly athletic and smooth to ride. Their movement is a naturally collected with a variance of knee action from high and brilliant to long and flowing. All of this creates a horse anyone will be proud to own. Uses The American Azteca  Horse responds brilliantly to the different equine high school disciplines requiring suspended and elevated gaits. The qualities passed on form both parents breeds makes them also, a skillful working cow horse or western horse. They can and do excel at many events and in all disciplines. They are unrivaled when it comes to versatilely. So whether you like English or Western, you need a graceful dancer or cow horse, you enjoy jumping, dressage, driving, cutting, penning or reining  or just desire a wonderful companion for trail riding. Take a look at the American Azteca They can do it all and do it well We hope you will take the time to learn more about this athlete breed that will win your heart as well. We hope you will choose to own and love an American Azteca Horse. They have an exciting and promising future ahead, and they truly are... " The horse of your dreams".