The Paso Fino Breed

Adorned with the title “Smoothest Riding Horse in the World,” Paso Fino horses are increasingly gaining the attention of American horse lovers. Full of energy, drive, stamina, yet gentle on the ground, the Paso Fino may very well be America’s best kept secret. Bred for good physical balance, the Paso Fino is quick, sure-footed, and very athletic. The Paso Fino movement is completely unique to the breed and although it may be unlike anything you’ve ever seen before—don’t write this breed off until you have ridden one.

The athleticism and versatility of the Paso Fino is continually being explored by those who dare to put them to the test. Many stories tell of events in which this breed has surpassed others. Paso Fino horses have:

• Won the North American Wind Rider Challenge Championship.
• Competed in 100 mile one-day and 100 mile three-day Endurance Competitions.
• Won Competitive Trail Rides.
• Won Drill Team competitions.
• Been ridden hours on the trail without rider fatigue. No posting required. Just sit back and enjoy the smoothest ride ever.
• Shown the brilliance of the breed in parades and demonstrations.
• Been that perfect equine partner for the youth rider.
• Been trained to drive.
• Worked cattle.
• Won over the crowd at equine expos and events during breed demonstrations.
• Won Cowboy Mounted Shooting competitions.
• Won Horse Soccer tournaments.
• Won Regional, National, and International Show Grand Championships.

The Paso Fino has a refined head with a straight profile in good proportion and alert, intelligent eyes that do not show excessive white. The neck is strong and supportive with a high carriage that smoothly slopes into the back. Legs are strong and well-defined with shorter cannons and longer forearms. The Paso Fino should be well-proportioned, conveying strength and power without extreme muscling. Hooves are durable and rarely shod. They can be registered in any equine color, with or without white markings. These horses are often defined by their long, flowing mane and tail, and Paso Fino breeders take great care to keep them in naturally perfect condition.